Are You Doing Better Than the Average American?

Are You Doing Better Than the Average American?

Author: Brian Preston and Bo Hanson September 16, 2026 Duration: 1:06:11
Are you doing better financially than the average American in 2026? We want to find out - and see how Financial Mutants compare. In this episode, we break down median financial asset data by age and share how you can take the Financial Mutant Survey at moneyguy.com/survey to anonymously share where you are on your financial journey. We’ll use the results to explore financial assets by age, savings, investing, retirement progress, net worth benchmarks, and how serious money optimizers stack up against their peers. Whether you feel ahead, behind, or unsure if you’re on track for retirement and financial independence, your experience can help shape future Money Guy episodes. The survey closes September 30, so make your voice count! Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reach your goals faster with our products⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Take the relationship to the next level: become a client⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe on YouTube for early access and go beyond the podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on social media for more content⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bring confidence to your wealth building with simplified strategies from The Money Guy. Learn how to apply financial tactics that go beyond common sense and help you reach your money goals faster. Make your assets do the heavy lifting so you can quit worrying and start living a more fulfilled life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Brian Preston and Bo Hanson bring a refreshingly practical and detailed approach to personal finance in Money Guy Show. This isn't about get-rich-quick schemes or dry theory; it's a deep, actionable dive into the mechanics of building lasting wealth. Each episode breaks down complex topics in investing, tax strategy, and business principles into understandable steps that listeners can actually use. You'll hear concrete examples, from optimizing retirement accounts and navigating market volatility to structuring your finances for major life events. The focus is always on making your money work efficiently for you, creating a system where your assets generate momentum. Tuning into this podcast feels like getting clear, confident advice from two knowledgeable guides who cut through the noise. The conversation is grounded in real-world application, offering a blend of education and tactical insight that helps demystify financial success. Whether you're just starting your wealth-building journey or looking to refine a sophisticated portfolio, the discussions provide a structured yet adaptable framework for making smarter decisions with your money.
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The Salary Required To Buy A Home (Money Guy vs Ramsey) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:56
Buying a house in 2026 is more challenging than ever—but how much income do you actually need? Brian and Rebie compare The Money Guy's home buying rule against Dave Ramsey's mortgage guideline using real-world numbers at…
Financial Advisors React to Jaw Dropping Money Clips [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:49
⁠⁠⁠⁠Use code MONEYGUY at Monarch.com to get your first year of Monarch Core half off at just $50: https://bit.ly/monarch-moneyguy On this episode of Financial Advisors React, Brian and Bo react to some of the internet's…
Are You On Track to Becoming a Multi-Millionaire? (2026 Edition) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:21
Are you on track to become a multi-millionaire? In this episode, Brian and Bo break down the 7 wealth-building milestones that reveal whether you're moving toward financial independence. From reaching a $0 net worth and…
We Changed The 4% Rule!? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:09:23
Retirement planning isn't as simple as following the classic 4% rule anymore. In this video, Brian and Bo explain why the traditional retirement withdrawal strategy deserves an update, how William Bengen's latest researc…
Is Aggressive Saving Derailing Their Short Term Goals? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:25
Joey (24) and Lia (24) are doing almost everything right: nearly $240,000 in net worth, close to $200,000 in household income, aggressive retirement investing, and a wedding on the horizon. But living in the San Francisc…
Why This Money Advice Has EXPIRED [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:23
Traditional financial advice isn't always wrong—but some money rules simply haven't kept up with today's economy. Brian and Bo break down 5 pieces of financial wisdom that may be expired, including whether you really nee…
Let's Talk About The CoastFIRE Epidemic [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:01
Coast FIRE has exploded in popularity, but is it really the financial freedom strategy people think it is? In this episode, Brian and Bo break down how Coast FIRE works, who it benefits, and the biggest retirement planni…
Financial Advisors React to Wild Money Advice [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:21
Check out Erin's channel on YouTube: Erin Talks Money Viral money advice is everywhere—but how much of it actually helps you build wealth? In this episode of Financial Advisors React, Brian Preston, Bo Hanson, and Erin T…
How To Win Financially Based On Your Income [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:35
How much should you save based on your income? In this episode, Brian and Bo break down exactly how to build wealth at $50,000, $100,000, $150,000, and $300,000 per year. Learn realistic savings rates, retirement project…
The Stark Reality of What a $1.5M Retirement Looks Like in 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:24
Is $1.5 million enough to retire in 2026? A recent article called the outlook for a $1.5 million nest egg a "stark reality," but Brian and Bo break down the numbers, retirement income potential, Social Security benefits,…