25 Smart Ways to Save on Daycare

25 Smart Ways to Save on Daycare

Author: Andy Hill October 28, 2024 Duration: 30:38
Daycare costs more than rent in 16 of the nation’s 100 largest cities according to US Today. With this being such a difficult reality for many parents, I'm sharing 25 smart ways to save on daycare. Also, Rachel Lawrence from Monarch Money shares how to budget as a couple and how Monarch Money can support the process. RESOURCES **Sponsors + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors 25 Ways to Save on Daycare (Article): https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/ways-parents-save-money-daycare/ Monarch Money (Free Trial): https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/monarchmoney (affiliate) GUEST BIO - Rachel Lawrence Rachel Lawrence currently serves as the Head of Advice & Planning at Monarch, a collaborative personal finance app. She is also the founder of both Reverie Wealth and Plan Ventures. Before Monarch, Rachel worked as the Director of Coaching at Ellevest and Director of Financial Planning at Advizr. She is a certified financial planner and holds a Master of Science in Financial Planning. With over 15+ years of experience, Rachel has expertise in countless areas including budgeting, debt management, retirement planning, investing, and more. MKM RESOURCES Make My Kid a Millionaire Course: Want to make your kid a millionaire? Learn more about my course! MKM Coaching: Request a free 15-minute consultation today YouTube: Subscribe for free to watch videos of these episodes and interviews Instagram: Follow our IG channel HOW WE MAKE MONEY + DISCLAIMER This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where we earn a commission, direct payment or products. Opinions are the creators alone. Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Marriage Kids and Money (www.marriagekidsandmoney.com) is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. CREDITS Research & Writing: Andy Hill Podcast Artwork: Liz Theresa Editor: Podcast Doctors Podcast Management: Nev Maraj Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy Hill brings a refreshingly honest and practical voice to the often stressful conversation about money within a family. In Marriage Kids and Money: Personal Finance for Families, Andy, an award-winning Family Finance Coach, moves beyond generic budgeting advice to tackle the real financial questions that parents and couples face every day. This isn't just about spreadsheets and interest rates; it's about aligning your finances with the life you actually want to live. You'll hear specific strategies for paying off debt, saving for college, investing for the future, and having those crucial money talks with your partner. The goal is to transform financial anxiety into purposeful action, creating not just stability but genuine freedom. Each episode of the podcast feels like a conversation with a knowledgeable friend who understands that financial decisions are deeply personal and intertwined with family goals. Whether you're just starting out or well on your journey, the discussions here provide a roadmap for building security today and considering the legacy you might leave tomorrow. Tune in for relatable stories, actionable tips, and the encouragement needed to make meaningful progress with your money, all with your family's unique vision at the center.
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