Average Salary By Age (How Do You Stack Up?)

Average Salary By Age (How Do You Stack Up?)

Author: Brian Preston and Bo Hanson May 20, 2026 Duration: 1:05:41
Most Americans wildly overestimate what the people around them earn, and that gap in perception can lead to some costly financial mistakes. Financial Advisors, Brian Preston and Bo Hanson, break down real median income data by age, debunk the $500K myth, and show you exactly how discipline and savings rate can matter more than income when it comes to building lasting wealth. Then it's your turn! We answer live questions on HSAs, term insurance, car loan limits, and more (while having some fun out in the wings).⁠⁠⁠⁠ 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.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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Should You Buy Or Rent In 2026? (The Numbers SHOCKED Us!) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:44
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A Recession is Imminent? Do This Now. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:30
The Wall Street Journal and Goldman Sachs just updated their recession predictions for 2026. What they aren't telling you? Recessions and market volatility hit differently depending on where you are in your financial jou…
They Were Burned by a Bad Financial Advisor | Making a Millionaire [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:48
Max (46) and Valerie (47) thought they were doing everything right. But while the market was soaring 8-10% for everyone else, they discovered their advisor lost his license, while they lost over $150,000, plus years of c…
All of Our Money Rules (And When to Break Them) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:35
Think Money Guy rules are set in stone? Think again. Every financial guardrail we've built, from 20/3/8 car buying to 25% savings rates, has exceptions that could have the potential to help you build more wealth. We walk…
This 401(k) Trend is ABSOLUTELY DEVASTATING (And Getting Worse) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:39
If you know us, you know we love a 401(k). New data from Vanguard, though, shows just how leaky these accounts can be. We walk you through the true cost of taking from your future-self, then give you the tools to keep yo…
Financial Advisors React to the BEST and WORST Tax Advice [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:57
Death and taxes, everybody's favorite subjects, right? There's plenty of tax advice online. Some is brilliant, some is dangerous, and some is just hilarious. We react to the internet's best and worst tax advice, from W-4…
How to Build Wealth with the 3 Bucket Strategy (By Age) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:26
What's a better way to build wealth across every decade of your life? The answer comes down to three tax buckets and knowing which one to fill first. We walk through the tax-free, tax-deferred, and after-tax buckets and…
The Playbook to Build Wealth With An Average Income [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:39
We're kicking this week's livestream Q&A with a bang - and a mullet. That's right, Brian broke his ban on costumes for an April Fools' special! While we like to have fun, the wealth building strategies in this episode ar…
Will Their Unique Financial Structure Hold Up? | Making a Millionaire [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:10:31
Nathan and Crissi aren't your average financial mutants. With separate finances, a new business launch, and newborn twins, this couple has a lot to navigate. We walk through all of their financial questions and help them…
HELP! I’m Financially Responsible But It’s SO Boring [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:04
Doing all the right things with money, but it just feels... boring? You're probably in the Mundane Middle, and it might be the most important phase of your entire wealth-building journey. We walk you through four tips to…