Friday Flight - Friendly Financial Advice, Student Loan Shakeout, & Checks are for Chumps #1182

Friday Flight - Friendly Financial Advice, Student Loan Shakeout, & Checks are for Chumps #1182

Author: iHeartPodcasts August 21, 2026 Duration: 47:37

Time for a Friday Flight- our little sampling of the week’s best financial news and what it means for your personal finances. There are a lot of headlines out there, but we boil them down to specific takeaways that will allow you to kick off the weekend informed and help you to get ahead with your money. In this episode we explain some relevant and helpful stories like:

 

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Joel and Matt, two best friends who happen to be your guides through the world of personal finance, host this practical and approachable How to Money podcast. They cut through the noise and intimidation that often surrounds money topics, focusing instead on actionable strategies for everyday life. You'll hear straightforward conversations about getting out of debt, building an investment portfolio on your own terms, and mastering those small financial habits that add up to significant change over time. The core idea is that managing your finances shouldn't require a special degree or a wall of confusing terminology. This show from iHeartPodcasts is built on the belief that clear, unbiased guidance is a powerful tool for anyone. Each episode serves as a resource, offering knowledge you can apply immediately, whether you're just starting to budget or looking to optimize your long-term plans. Tune in for a down-to-earth discussion that makes business, education, and investing feel not only accessible but genuinely relevant to your journey toward financial confidence.
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