Financially Intentional

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Welcome to the FInancially Intentional Podcast with Naseema McElroy! This is a weekly podcast covering all things personal finance for those ready to build wealth but who may not know where to start. We believe that you have all the tools to improve your finances because you and your family deserve it. Our hope is that by listening to this podcast, your circle of influence is enhanced. Let us be the folks you choose to surround yourself with.

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Earning and Spending in the San Francisco Bay Area - Expert Edition Episode 61

Apr 23 2024 21 mins  
Today, I'm sharing how I handle my finances as a labor and delivery nurse in the San Francisco Bay Area. I'll walk you through my income details, my spending habits for March, and how I budget carefully in this high-cost living area. Discover how I manage daily expenses and save for big future goals, like helping my daughter save for her first car!Support the show---Check

An Unconventional Journey to Financial Freedom and Education Cost Hacking for Kids - Episode 69

Apr 18 2024 56 mins  
Today, we have a special guest, Gerry Born, also known as The Millionaire Educator. Gerry has taught me so much about managing money, especially how teachers can grow their savings. He's used some smart tricks to save a lot of money even though he started with a small salary as a teacher. Gerry will talk about how he paid off debts, saved money, and even took mini-retirements

My Paycheck Exposed - Expert Edition Episode 60

Apr 16 2024 16 mins  
Today, I’m going to talk about something really interesting—my paycheck! I recently shared how much money I make before and after taxes, and lots of people had big reactions. I want to show you how taxes work and explain why I don’t actually pay as much as it seems. I’ll share some funny comments from people who saw my post, and we'll look at my recent pay stubs togeth

Building Wealth Through Mobile Home Park Investments - Episode 68

Apr 11 2024 35 mins  
Today, we're diving into the world of real estate, but with a twist. We had the awesome opportunity to chat with Walter Johnson, a real estate expert who has found his niche in mobile home parks. Walter wasn't born into the real estate world. He stumbled upon it in his teens, thanks to a mentor, and took a leap by investing in his first property in Arizona. He saw the pot

Social Media is Fake - Expert Edition Episode 59

Apr 09 2024 23 mins  
In today's episode, I want to share something really special with you. I posted a story on Instagram and got so much love and support, it made me super happy. I talked about how sometimes I struggle with money, work, and being a mom to three awesome kids all by myself. I want to tell you that it’s okay not to be perfect and it’s important to share our real stories, not jus

Empowerment and Resilience in Black and Brown Parenting - Episode 67

Apr 04 2024 42 mins  
Today, we're talking with my friend Chelsea Samms, who is a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Nurse. This episode dives deep into a topic that's close to our hearts and impacts our communities greatly: the institutional racism within our healthcare system and its disproportionate effects on Black American families. We're tackling the tough reality of how systemic biases c

You Don’t Need a Financial Advisor - Expert Edition Episode 58

Apr 02 2024 15 mins  
Today, I'm super excited to share three awesome tips to help you grow your money without needing a financial advisor. First, if you've ever had a job with a retirement plan like a 401k, it's important to move your money with you when you leave. I'll show you a cool free service called Capitalize that makes it super easy. Next, we'll talk about checking your

Do you have insurance on your Baby Daddy? - Episode 66

Mar 28 2024 27 mins  
In today's episode, we're chatting with our guest Acquania Escarne why parents should consider getting life insurance for each other, even if they're not living together anymore. It's all about making sure that if anything ever happens to one parent, the kids will still have financial support to help them grow up and maybe even go to college. It's a way to

Single Women Leading in Home Ownership - Expert Edition Episode 57

Mar 26 2024 11 mins  
In today's episode, I want to share something really cool about owning homes. Did you know that in most places in the United States, women who are not married own more houses than men who are not married? That's right! Even though women usually earn less money than men, they are ahead when it comes to having their own house. We're going to talk about why this might b

Moms and Money Managing Family Finances and Raising Financially Savvy Kids - Episode 65

Mar 21 2024 33 mins  
In today's episode, we dive into how moms like us can manage our money better and teach our kiddos to be smart with their cash too. We chat with Tiffany Grant, who shares her awesome tips on budgeting, saving, and even how to make shopping fun while learning about money. We also explore how important it is for us parents to set good examples, so our kids grow up knowing how to