Money Guy Show

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, safe withdrawal rates, taxes, inflation, and what really determines retirement success. If you're planning for retirement, wondering how much you need to retire comfortably, or trying to calculate your retirement number, this analysis will help you understand whether $1.5 million is enough for your unique situation.

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Can you really afford to become a one-income family? In this episode of Making a Millionaire, Tyler and Mikaela share how they went from nearly $92,000 of debt, an $84-month car loan, lifestyle inflation, and costly home renovations to building a $400,000 net worth in their early 30s. Their journey highlights budgeting, emergency funds, investing, 401(k) strategies, Roth IRA planning, 529 accounts, employee stock purchase plans (ESPPs), RSUs, family financial planning, and the Financial Order of Operations. If you're wondering how to pay off debt, save for retirement, build wealth with one income, or balance financial independence with raising a family, this episode is packed with real-world lessons and actionable insights.

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What do real millionaires actually do with their money? We surveyed 1,000 millionaire households to uncover the habits, savings rates, investing behaviors, home-buying decisions, debt strategies, and wealth-building mindset that helped them achieve financial independence. From net worth and income data to student loans, car purchases, emergency funds, and the Financial Order of Operations, discover the surprising lessons wealthy Americans used to build lasting wealth—and how you can apply them to your own financial journey.

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A live giveaway referenced during this episode occurred on June 16, 2026, and is now closed. No further entries are being accepted.

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Financial Advisors React is back with some of the wildest money clips on the internet. From “money is just an idea” and private chef tax write-offs to trading challenges, student loan reality checks, and people who have never heard of a 401(k), Brian and Bo break down the financial lessons hidden inside the chaos. Along the way, they cover investing, saving, retirement planning, index funds, wealth building, financial literacy, and why getting rich is usually a lot less exciting than social media makes it look. If you've ever wondered whether internet money advice actually works, this episode is for you.

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