The Median Net Worth In America Is…

The Median Net Worth In America Is…

Author: Brian Preston and Bo Hanson November 5, 2025 Duration: 1:06:13
The median net worth in America is surprising, but what does that really mean for your financial future? We break down what this number reveals about how Americans save, invest, and build wealth (and preview Friday's show which will dive deeper into these numbers). Then we answer your questions and get a shocking reveal from Brian on his new car. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠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. ⁠⁠⁠DRINKAG1.com/MONEYGUY 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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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…
Do This Today If You Want a Successful Retirement [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:08
We're sharing 5 key insights from retirees with facts to support them. Based on the data, we then provide key takeaways and how you can prepare for your great, big, beautiful tomorrow right now. After that, we answer you…
Financial Advisors React to RIDICULOUS Money Clips [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:59
Is the Rolex worth the investment? We react to the internet's wildest financial advice, from "turn $60 into $1,000" to meme stock traders crediting algorithms for lucky GameStop exits. You'll learn why mistaking luck for…
How to Become A Millionaire (By Age) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:36
As financial advisors, we've learned from our hundreds of millionaire clients what it takes. We walk you through the behaviors we've seen lead to success across every age group. Then we show you the math to get there. Wh…
The BEST and WORST Cars (And Which Brands We Avoid) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:55
Car buying is a big financial decision...and new data from Edmunds reveals a troubling trend about how Americans are financing cars. Then we give our opinions on car brands (we're calling it Cruise or Snooze), followed b…
The Financial Plan that Could Change Your Life [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:01
You might know the FOO (Financial Order of Operations ), but what does it look like in action? We walk through FOO-Following Freddie and his journey through each of the nine steps to building wealth. We know, though, tha…
Best Investing Accounts for Kids (New Trump Accounts?) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:39
We've seen your questions and we're here to answer them! Are the new Trump Accounts worth using? How do they compare to other investment accounts for children? We answer these questions and more in our opening segment. T…