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    Listen in with Haley and Justin Brown-Woods, married millennials picking up the pieces from the financial fiasco they created as a young couple. They want to normalize conversations about money and learn from others on the path towards financial freedom. Whether you are just getting started on your debt-free journey, or if you are really starting to hit your stride, this podcast is for YOU! Join weekly as they interview some others who have done it the right way, the wrong way, and every way in between. Avocado toast may cost a pretty penny, but that doesn't mean it can't be in your budget!
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    Episode 145: Financial Infidelity Series Part 2: I Thought My Husband Paid off My Student Loans 10 Years Ago and He Didn’t

    Episode 145: Financial Infidelity Series Part 2: I Thought My Husband Paid off My Student Loans 10 Years Ago and He Didn’t

    Today’s episode features a heartbreaking story about financial infidelity with one of Haley’s longtime financial coaching clients, Becky. Becky shares her story about how her entire financial life came crumbling down after she learned the truth about her ex-husband’s failure to manage money as he’d been making it seem. Her story is filled with “never saw that coming” moments. Becky’s turnaround story is like none other and truly an inspiration. Enjoy this episode and start asking your spouse questions! 

     

    In this episode, we chat about:

    • Financial infidelity 

    • The importance of knowing what’s going on with your finances even if your spouse is “handing it”

    • Digging your way out of a financial crisis

     

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    Listen in with Haley and Justin Brown-Woods, married millennials picking up the pieces from the financial fiasco they created as a young couple. 

    They want to normalize conversations about money and learn from others on the path towards financial freedom. Whether you are just getting started on your debt-free journey, or if you are really starting to hit your stride, this podcast is for YOU! 

    Join weekly as they interview some others who have done it the right way, the wrong way, and every way in between. Avocado toast may cost a pretty penny, but that doesn't mean it can't be in your budget!

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    enOctober 18, 2023

    Episode 144: Financial Infidelity Series Part 1: Financially Stranded Abroad with Liz from Femme Funds

    Episode 144: Financial Infidelity Series Part 1: Financially Stranded Abroad with Liz from Femme Funds

    Today’s guest is Liz from Femme Funds. Liz is a female money coach on a mission to empower women to get started managing and maintaining their money. Liz shares her story of confronting financial infidelity and the life changes that happened afterward. You’ll hear some of the aspects of financial infidelity and how minor or major they can be, and you’ll get practical advice on how to navigate the situation in your own relationship. Finally, we chat with Liz about her move abroad and some of the benefits that can come from an international way of life. Enjoy!

     

    In this episode, we chat about:

    • Empowering women with money

    • The ripples of financial infidelity

    • Navigating a life abroad

     

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    Listen in with Haley and Justin Brown-Woods, married millennials picking up the pieces from the financial fiasco they created as a young couple. 

    They want to normalize conversations about money and learn from others on the path towards financial empowerment. Whether you are just getting started on your debt-free journey, or if you are really starting to hit your stride, this podcast is for YOU! 

    Join weekly as they interview some others who have done it the right way, the wrong way, and every way in between. Avocado toast may cost a pretty penny, but that doesn't mean it can't be in your budget!

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    enOctober 04, 2023

    Episode 143: Pocket Watching: When Your Friends + Family Are Watching Your Every Penny

    Episode 143: Pocket Watching: When Your Friends + Family Are Watching Your Every Penny

    "Hmm…must be nice." Have you heard that phrase before? Today’s episode breaks down the idea of “pocket-watching” where someone inserts or interjects themself in your financial journey, without being asked. This issue may feel minor, but it directly relates to stifling money conversations, so it’s important we call it out and recognize it within ourselves. You’ll get some ideas on how you can address this with family and friends so that your money conversations begin to lead with empathy and not negative emotions. 

     

    In this episode, we chat about:

    • What is pocket watching?

    • How we’ve seen this personally

    • Ways to address it with friends/family

     

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    They want to normalize conversations about money and learn from others on the path towards financial empowerment. Whether you are just getting started on your debt-free journey, or if you are really starting to hit your stride, this podcast is for YOU! 

    Join weekly as they interview some others who have done it the right way, the wrong way, and every way in between. Avocado toast may cost a pretty penny, but that doesn't mean it can't be in your budget!

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    enSeptember 27, 2023

    Episode 142: Happy Money, Happy Life Featuring Jason Vitug

    Episode 142: Happy Money, Happy Life Featuring Jason Vitug

    Our guest today is two-time best selling author Jason Vitug. Jason’s book, Happy Money Happy Life, was an instrumental piece in helping our family decide to return back to our previous town, even with a higher cost of living. Jason comes on to chat about his new book and the multidimensional approach to wellness. So often the personal finance space focuses on the numbers rather than emotions, and Jason’s book helps weave the appropriate balance between the two. This is one interview that is sure to have you rushing to buy a copy of this book!

     

    In this episode, we chat about:

    • Leaving corporate success due to burn out

    • The multidimensional approach to wellness

    • Identifying how finances connects to other areas of life

     

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    Listen in with Haley and Justin Brown-Woods, married millennials picking up the pieces from the financial fiasco they created as a young couple. 

    They want to normalize conversations about money and learn from others on the path towards financial empowerment. Whether you are just getting started on your debt-free journey, or if you are really starting to hit your stride, this podcast is for YOU! 

    Join weekly as they interview some others who have done it the right way, the wrong way, and every way in between. Avocado toast may cost a pretty penny, but that doesn't mean it can't be in your budget!

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    enSeptember 20, 2023

    Episode 141: So… This Is Why You’re Broke with Melissa Jean-Baptiste from Millennial in Debt

    Episode 141: So… This Is Why You’re Broke with Melissa Jean-Baptiste from Millennial in Debt

    Today’s episode features one of the most entertaining guests we’ve ever had on the show! Melissa Jean-Baptiste from Millennial in Debt joins us to speak about her journey into personal finance and her new book “So…This Is Why I’m Broke.” Melissa shares her story of leaving the education world after 10+ years of teaching to pursue content creation and financial empowerment for all, but with a little extra love to her fellow Haitians. Go snag the book wherever you can and support all of the amazing work this millennial in debt is doing!

     

    In this episode, we chat about:

    • Leaving the comfort of the education field

    • Taking the risks as an entrepreneur

    • Melissa’s premiere book release!

     

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    Listen in with Haley and Justin Brown-Woods, married millennials picking up the pieces from the financial fiasco they created as a young couple. 

    They want to normalize conversations about money and learn from others on the path towards financial freedom. Whether you are just getting started on your debt-free journey, or if you are really starting to hit your stride, this podcast is for YOU! 

    Join weekly as they interview some others who have done it the right way, the wrong way, and every way in between. Avocado toast may cost a pretty penny, but that doesn't mean it can't be in your budget!

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    enSeptember 13, 2023

    Episode 140: Real Estate Investing Attempt #2: We Bought A Duplex For $29,000!

    Episode 140: Real Estate Investing Attempt #2: We Bought A Duplex For $29,000!

    Today’s episode is a breakdown of our second attempt at real estate investing! We finalize our messy break-up with Michigan and move on to the hot new single: Toledo, Ohio! You’ll get the details of the property we just purchased and what might be next on the horizon for the Brown-Woods’ family as real estate investors. We also feature the trailer for an incredible new podcast that you do NOT want to miss out on. Enjoy, Toasties!

     

    In this episode, we chat about:

    • The final bill for our Michigan flop

    • Numbers of our new investment property

    • Future forecasting as landlords

     

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    They want to normalize conversations about money and learn from others on the path towards financial empowerment. Whether you are just getting started on your debt-free journey, or if you are really starting to hit your stride, this podcast is for YOU! 

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    enSeptember 06, 2023

    Episode 139: SEASON 4 OPENER - Restriction Does Not Lead To Abundance: How Crash Dieting & Crash Budgeting Are The Same

    Episode 139: SEASON 4 OPENER - Restriction Does Not Lead To Abundance: How Crash Dieting & Crash Budgeting Are The Same

    Toasties! We are back in action for Season 4 of the show! We missed you all and are so excited for this season. In today’s premiere episode, we talk about some exciting nominations for the podcast, a recap of the recent changes for the Brown-Woods family, and the correlation between crash dieting and restrictive budgeting. This connection has been on our minds so we figured there was no better spot to hash it out than our Season 4 kickoff show. Thank you again for all of your support - we couldn’t have even approached Season 4 without all of you!

     

    In this episode, we chat about:

    • Plutus Award nominations

    • Life changes for the family

    • The connections between dieting and budgeting

     

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    Listen in with Haley and Justin Brown-Woods, married millennials picking up the pieces from the financial fiasco they created as a young couple. 

    They want to normalize conversations about money and learn from others on the path towards financial empowerment. Whether you are just getting started on your debt-free journey, or if you are really starting to hit your stride, this podcast is for YOU! 

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    enAugust 30, 2023

    Episode 138: How We Lost $22k on Our First Real Estate Investment - SUMMER REWIND

    Episode 138: How We Lost $22k on Our First Real Estate Investment - SUMMER REWIND

    This episode originally aired in April of 2023 and we are beyond happy to announce that we have purchased a slam dunk investment property since this episode was released. Tune in to season 4 to hear all about the process. Season 4 officially launches on August 30th!

    Today's episode is a summary of our first real estate investment journey, which was a bit of a belly flop! We sat on a vacant home for 15 months and poured dollar after dollar into it before making the decision to turn around and sell it without ever having renters. We share the real numbers and what our next steps are. Investing in real estate can be overwhelming and difficult, so we want to be as transparent as possible for others out there. Happy listening!

     

    In this episode, we chat about:

    • The sunk costs with our first investment property

    • Selling and walking away

    • Next steps in our real estate investing journey

     

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    Listen in with Haley and Justin Brown-Woods, married millennials picking up the pieces from the financial fiasco they created as a young couple. 

    They want to normalize conversations about money and learn from others on the path towards financial freedom. Whether you are just getting started on your debt-free journey, or if you are really starting to hit your stride, this podcast is for YOU! 

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    enAugust 23, 2023

    Episode 137: Yo Quiero Dinero Featuring Jannese Torres - SUMMER REWIND

    Episode 137: Yo Quiero Dinero Featuring Jannese Torres - SUMMER REWIND

    This episode was originally aired in March 2022. It’s an amazing interview with Jannese Torres, founder of Yo Quiero Dinero Podcast. Jannese is on a mission to start a financial empowerment revolution for the Latinx community by educating folks about different ways they can diversify their streams of income. She is passionate about side hustling and has monetized her food blog, Delish D'lites, into a passive income source that brings in over $100k a year. This is an inspiring episode that you do not want to miss! 

     

    In this episode we chat about:

    • Changing careers to pursue your passion

    • The power of multiple income streams

    • Deconstructing the common voices in personal finance

     

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    Listen in with Haley and Justin Brown-Woods, married millennials picking up the pieces from the financial fiasco they created as a young couple. 

    They want to normalize conversations about money and learn from others on the path towards financial freedom. Whether you are just getting started on your debt-free journey, or if you are really starting to hit your stride, this podcast is for YOU! 

    Join weekly as they interview some others who have done it the right way, the wrong way, and every way in between. Avocado toast may cost a pretty penny, but that doesn't mean it can't be in your budget!

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    enAugust 16, 2023

    Episode 136: How to Prevent Burnout On Your Debt Free Journey - SUMMER REWIND

    Episode 136: How to Prevent Burnout On Your Debt Free Journey - SUMMER REWIND

    This episode was originally aired back in August of 2021. Paying off debt with a vengeance is EXHAUSTING. This episode includes a conversation between Haley and Justin about the debt free journey burnout that so many of us experience at some point along the way. Remember, you don’t have to pay off $5,000 in 5 minutes. Use this episode for tangible tips to help you prevent burnout and spiraling back into your old habits. You’ve got this, Toasties!

     

    In this episode we chat about 

    • Debt free journey burnout 

    • Common traps that people fall into on their journey 

    • Action steps to help you avoid burnout

     

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    Listen in with Haley and Justin Brown-Woods, married millennials picking up the pieces from the financial fiasco they created as a young couple. 

    They want to normalize conversations about money and learn from others on the path towards financial freedom. Whether you are just getting started on your debt-free journey, or if you are really starting to hit your stride, this podcast is for YOU! 

    Join weekly as they interview some others who have done it the right way, the wrong way, and every way in between. Avocado toast may cost a pretty penny, but that doesn't mean it can't be in your budget!

     

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    enAugust 09, 2023

    Episode 135: Unpacking the Dave Ramsey Cult: Trauma, Shame and Guilt Around Money Featuring Vee Weir - SUMMER REWIND

    Episode 135: Unpacking the Dave Ramsey Cult: Trauma, Shame and Guilt Around Money Featuring Vee Weir - SUMMER REWIND

    Today’s podcast episode was originally aired on December 8, 2021 and it features our most vulnerable interview yet. We talk with marketing expert and finance content creator, Vee Weir, from Vee Frugal Fox and Weir Digital Marketing. Vee has a similar story to ours about the cult that is Dave Ramsey, so this episode features some difficult moments coping with that past pain. This episode originally struck so many of our listeners on a personal level because they felt like their experience with Dave Ramsey was very similar to what we shared during this conversation. We hope you enjoy this powerhouse episode and remember if you are feeling shame and guilt around your finances that you are not alone and fortunately it doesn’t have to be that way. 

     

    In this episode we chat about: 

    • Navigating shame around becoming debt free

    • The dangers of following a “guru”

    • Healthy ways to approach personal finance

     

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    Listen in with Haley and Justin Brown-Woods, married millennials picking up the pieces from the financial fiasco they created as a young couple. 

    They want to normalize conversations about money and learn from others on the path towards financial freedom. Whether you are just getting started on your debt-free journey, or if you are really starting to hit your stride, this podcast is for YOU! 

    Join weekly as they interview some others who have done it the right way, the wrong way, and every way in between. Avocado toast may cost a pretty penny, but that doesn't mean it can't be in your budget!

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    enAugust 02, 2023

    Episode 134: Millennials Are Killin’ It - SUMMER REWIND

    Episode 134: Millennials Are Killin’ It - SUMMER REWIND

    Today’s episode was originally aired in October of 2020, during season one… AKA excuse the OG audio here since this was episode #16! This is Haley’s absolute favorite episode. We chat about our top six things that millennials "supposedly" are killing, from wine to serendipity... We discuss whether we think they are truly dead or if millennials are killin' the game in the best way possible.

     

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    Listen in with Haley and Justin Brown-Woods, married millennials picking up the pieces from the financial fiasco they created as a young couple. 

    They want to normalize conversations about money and learn from others on the path towards financial freedom. Whether you are just getting started on your debt-free journey, or if you are really starting to hit your stride, this podcast is for YOU! 

    Join weekly as they interview some others who have done it the right way, the wrong way, and every way in between. Avocado toast may cost a pretty penny, but that doesn't mean it can't be in your budget!

     

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    enJuly 26, 2023

    Episode 133: Everyone Needs a Cool, Travel-Hacking Aunt Kara - SUMMER REWIND

    Episode 133: Everyone Needs a Cool, Travel-Hacking Aunt Kara - SUMMER REWIND

    Today’s episode originally aired in January of 2022 and it features the marvelous travel hacking pro, Aunt Kara. Kara dives into her social media persona and how it came to be alongside her start into travel hacking. She touches on some beginner options to dip your toes into travel hacking, and shares about some of the earlier days of the credit card community.

     

    In this episode we chat about: 

    • How to get started with utilizing your credit cards

    • Benefits of travel hacking 

    • Prioritizing your future for enjoyment 

     

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    Listen in with Haley and Justin Brown-Woods, married millennials picking up the pieces from the financial fiasco they created as a young couple. 

    They want to normalize conversations about money and learn from others on the path towards financial freedom. Whether you are just getting started on your debt-free journey, or if you are really starting to hit your stride, this podcast is for YOU! 

    Join weekly as they interview some others who have done it the right way, the wrong way, and every way in between. Avocado toast may cost a pretty penny, but that doesn't mean it can't be in your budget!

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    enJuly 19, 2023

    Episode 132: Courtney and Rob Paid Off $54,700 of Debt in 12 Months - SUMMER REWIND

    Episode 132: Courtney and Rob Paid Off $54,700 of Debt in 12 Months - SUMMER REWIND

    Today's episode was originally aired in November of 2022 and is one of our most downloaded episodes! Courtney and Rob Wendzicki are two of Haley’s original clients from when she first launched her financial coaching business. Courtney and Rob paid off an astronomical amount of debt during their first year of coaching and they share their journey on today's episode. It hasn't been all butterflies and rainbows and they share their highs and lows with us as their way of unveiling the truth behind what getting out of debt actually entails. 

    In this episode, we chat about:

    • A year of financial coaching and how it changed their marriage 

    • How Courtney & Rob paid off over $54k of debt

    • Debt free journey sacrifices and balancing everyday life

     

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    Listen in with Haley and Justin Brown-Woods, married millennials picking up the pieces from the financial fiasco they created as a young couple. 

    They want to normalize conversations about money and learn from others on the path towards financial freedom. Whether you are just getting started on your debt-free journey, or if you are really starting to hit your stride, this podcast is for YOU! 

    Join weekly as they interview some others who have done it the right way, the wrong way, and every way in between. Avocado toast may cost a pretty penny, but that doesn't mean it can't be in your budget!

     

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    enJuly 12, 2023

    Episode 131: When You Give a 24 Year Old $600,000… - SUMMER REWIND

    Episode 131: When You Give a 24 Year Old $600,000… - SUMMER REWIND

    Today’s episode originally aired in October of 2021 and it tells an in-depth version of our financial story up until that point. We share our whirlwind adventure that started with Justin receiving $600k at age 24 from a lawsuit payout with absolutely no clue how to manage money. We then found ourselves deep in over $220k of debt. We made drastic changes that resulted in us paying off $132,000 of debt in 18 months and finally achieving what we consider "financial freedom." 

     

    In this episode we chat about: 

    • Receiving $600k at ages 23 and 24 

    • Spending every last penny and getting into over $220k of debt in 3.5 years

    • How we dug our way out of the hole we created

     

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    Listen in with Haley and Justin Brown-Woods, married millennials picking up the pieces from the financial fiasco they created as a young couple. 

    They want to normalize conversations about money and learn from others on the path towards financial freedom. Whether you are just getting started on your debt-free journey, or if you are really starting to hit your stride, this podcast is for YOU! 

    Join weekly as they interview some others who have done it the right way, the wrong way, and every way in between. Avocado toast may cost a pretty penny, but that doesn't mean it can't be in your budget!

     

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    enJuly 05, 2023

    Episode 130: Season 3 Finale: Pushing A Baby + Season 3 Out

    Episode 130: Season 3 Finale: Pushing A Baby + Season 3 Out

    Can you believe it’s already the end of season three?!? We’re blown away by what this podcast has turned into. This finale episode touches on the episodes and growth of our family through season 3, as well as all the upcoming greatness for season 4. You'll hear our mid-year goals update from the famous New Year's Eve tradition and some of our hopes as we move into the second half of 2023. Finally, you’ll hear the invite of the century (which we hope you'll take us up on) and where you can apply to come on to the podcast! Thanks for all of your support, Toasties! 

     

    In this episode, we chat about:

    • The journey through season 3

    • A mid-year goals update

    • Exciting news for season 4

     

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    Listen in with Haley and Justin Brown-Woods, married millennials picking up the pieces from the financial fiasco they created as a young couple. 

    They want to normalize conversations about money and learn from others on the path towards financial freedom. Whether you are just getting started on your debt-free journey, or if you are really starting to hit your stride, this podcast is for YOU! 

    Join weekly as they interview some others who have done it the right way, the wrong way, and every way in between. Avocado toast may cost a pretty penny, but that doesn't mean it can't be in your budget!

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    enJune 28, 2023

    Episode 129: Student Debt Crisis Update Featuring Nika Booth from Debt Free Gonnabe™

    Episode 129: Student Debt Crisis Update Featuring Nika Booth from Debt Free Gonnabe™

    Today’s episode features Nika Booth from Debt Free Gonnabe™ 

    Nika is a debt payoff expert and public servant who has been on a wild journey of debt freedom culminating in a substantial amount of student loan forgiveness through the PSLF program. She now helps others in student loan debt navigate repayment and the steps it takes to feel empowered on that journey. We invited Nika on so we could chat about all things student loans and the pending SCOTUS ruling. This is one episode you DO NOT want to miss!

     

    In this episode, we chat about:

    • The peaks and valleys of the debt payoff journey

    • The current state of student loan forgiveness

    • Steps for listeners to employ right now with their education loans 

     

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    • IDR Waiver

    • How to find out what your upcoming payment is:

      • Log into Studentaid.gov to find out who your current loan servicer is 

      • Update your contact information 

      • Look at what your current payment plan is. 

      • It is the same repayment plan that you were on prior to March 2020!

       

     

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    They want to normalize conversations about money and learn from others on the path towards financial freedom. Whether you are just getting started on your debt-free journey, or if you are really starting to hit your stride, this podcast is for YOU! 

    Join weekly as they interview some others who have done it the right way, the wrong way, and every way in between. Avocado toast may cost a pretty penny, but that doesn't mean it can't be in your budget!

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    enJune 21, 2023

    Episode 128: Your Budgeting Method Could Be Holding You Back Featuring Debt Free Mom, Carly Hill

    Episode 128: Your Budgeting Method Could Be Holding You Back Featuring Debt Free Mom, Carly Hill

    Today’s episode features Carly Hill, the creator and entrepreneur behind the Debt Free Mom brand. Carly is a young mom of four who teaches others how to feel empowered by their budgeting method. She is a big supporter of the pay period budgeting system and shares her expertise as to how this style can be just what you need to make those big money gains your family is hoping for. Enjoy!

     

    In this episode, we chat about:

    • The benefits of pay period budgeting

    • Managing money with a growing family

    • Entrepreneurship as a married couple

     

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    Listen in with Haley and Justin Brown-Woods, married millennials picking up the pieces from the financial fiasco they created as a young couple. 

    They want to normalize conversations about money and learn from others on the path towards financial freedom. Whether you are just getting started on your debt-free journey, or if you are really starting to hit your stride, this podcast is for YOU! 

    Join weekly as they interview some others who have done it the right way, the wrong way, and every way in between. Avocado toast may cost a pretty penny, but that doesn't mean it can't be in your budget!

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    Episode 127: Navigating Financial Conversations With Friends - Summer Edition

    Episode 127: Navigating Financial Conversations With Friends - Summer Edition

    Summertime! And the livin’s easy…but not cheap! The summer season brings a whole new ball game with added costs to your budget. Are you ready for summer expenses? We give you some things to be mindful of as we move into warmer weather and outdoor experiences. You’ll hear some items you might want to add a budget line for, and we’ll also give you some practical tools to take into conversations with friends about spending this summer. Enjoy!

     

    In this episode, we chat about:

    • The summer season expenses!

    • Navigating new conversation with friends

    • Practical ways you can say “no, thanks”

     

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    Listen in with Haley and Justin Brown-Woods, married millennials picking up the pieces from the financial fiasco they created as a young couple. 

    They want to normalize conversations about money and learn from others on the path towards financial freedom. Whether you are just getting started on your debt-free journey, or if you are really starting to hit your stride, this podcast is for YOU! 

    Join weekly as they interview some others who have done it the right way, the wrong way, and every way in between. Avocado toast may cost a pretty penny, but that doesn't mean it can't be in your budget!

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    Episode 126: Finding Fun on Your Debt Freedom Journey Featuring Amanda from Debt Free Panda

    Episode 126: Finding Fun on Your Debt Freedom Journey Featuring Amanda from Debt Free Panda

    Today's episode features the amazing Amanda Stein from Debt Free Panda. She is a personal finance content creator and craft extraordinaire! She joins us to chat about her passion and growth into the personal finance space, as well as her incredible side hustle journey. Her signature brand is exploding with creative designs to bring a bit of joy into your personal finance journey. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did! 

     

    In this episode, we chat about:

    • Falling into personal finance through a break up

    • Building a creative brand 

    • Joyful moments and spending during the debt free journey 

     

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    ABOUT PRICE OF AVOCADO TOAST:

    Listen in with Haley and Justin Brown-Woods, married millennials picking up the pieces from the financial fiasco they created as a young couple. 

    They want to normalize conversations about money and learn from others on the path towards financial freedom. Whether you are just getting started on your debt-free journey, or if you are really starting to hit your stride, this podcast is for YOU! 

    Join weekly as they interview some others who have done it the right way, the wrong way, and every way in between. Avocado toast may cost a pretty penny, but that doesn't mean it can't be in your budget!

    FIND HALEY AND JUSTIN ONLINE + SOCIAL MEDIA HERE:

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