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Queer Money is a bi-weekly show dedicated to creating desperately needed generational wealth within the gay community because we deserve to sleep better at night and we must stand up to the anti-LGBTQ+ industrial complex. Listen and watch regularly to eliminate financial insecurity and generate personal wealth, prepare for a secure and fun retirement, find the most affordable, LGBTQ+-friendly cities in the US to live in or travel to, grow your stock portfolio to $1,000,000+, build a real est ...
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Taxes! Love them or hate them, either way, they'll have a big impact on your retirement. Which state you live in during retirement could seriously affect your Social Security income. These are the 10 states that could ruin your retirement. Follow us: Queer Money Instagram Queer Money YouTube Queer Money on Tiktok Connect with John on LinkedIn Conne…
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You've heard the adage, "Pay yourself first." So, why is that bad advice? In Queer Money episode 560, hosts John and David debunk the traditional 'pay yourself first' advice and provide a comprehensive approach to managing finances tailored for the LGBTQ+ community. They explain the importance of prioritizing savings and retirement accounts before …
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Will your retirement rock or suck? Depending on if you qualify for social security you may already know the answer to most of that question. On this week's Queer Money Fabulous Gay Retirement bonus episode, we break down how social security will affect your retirement and show how to check to see if you're set to receive it as well as how much you …
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Changes to 401(k)s are coming in 2025! In this episode of the Queer Money Podcast, hosts David and John talk with LGBTQ+ financial advisor Jake Skelhorn about significant 401k changes coming in 2025. They highlight five key changes, including updated catch-up contribution limits for those aged 50 and above, mandated Roth catch-up contributions for …
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Will you get Social Security benefits when you retire? For many of us, Social Security benefits will make up a sizeable portion of our income in retirement. Are you sure you'll get it? On this Queer Money, we break down the steps you need to take to not only find out if you qualify but to see what the Social Security Administration estimates you wi…
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Would you like to have benefited from recieveing generational wealth from within the LGBTQ+ community? In this episode of the Queer Money podcast, hosts and married Financial Power Couple David and John dive into a crucial conversation about generational wealth within the LGBTQ+ community, noting that for many LGBTQ+ people, traditional family path…
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Where can I live that is accepting of me as an LGBTQ+ person? The political climate in the United States is difficult right now for many folks, but especially for LGBTQ+ folks who feel like we're being attacked right and left by media, politicians and in some cases even family. So where can we live that is better for us, whether that's a place to g…
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We all love stories, but how about stories of career and money mistakes, comebacks and successes? In this Queer Money Podcast episode, hosts David and John discuss their favorite financial stories from their new show 'Living Not So Fabulously' by Yahoo Finance, offering insights into the financial challenges and successes of various individuals. Hi…
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What will your living arrangement look like in retirement? What are the options? On this Queer Money, we dive into the 7 most fabulous gay retirement living arrangements you need to know about. From retiring in place to communal living to LGBTQ+ focused retirement communities, we share the 7 most common ways of finding your special place to call ho…
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Is being an entrepreneur more difficult for LGBTQ+ folks? Even though the Right won’t admit it, business is more challenging for LGBTQ entrepreneurs, and this shocking story on Twitter/X will anger you. In this episode of Queer Money, hosts David and John discuss the myriad challenges faced by LGBTQ+ businesses on social media with guest Matt Skall…
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How will you fund your fabulous retirement? Pensions are rare, Social Security isn’t enough, and retirement accounts are small. Let’s talk about how to fund your fabulous gay retirement. In this Queer Money, we share a new tool that we are working on, which we will eventually share with folks in our Fabulous Gay Retirement Club. More to come on tha…
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Can a Co-op business model help your business grow? Episode 550 of the Queer Money podcast features guest Annie Winkler discussing the benefits of employee ownership in businesses. Annie explains how becoming part-owner of a company can lead to increased productivity, job satisfaction, and the establishment of LGBTQ generational wealth. They recoun…
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What will a fabulous retirement cost me? Many of us fear retirement because we don’t know what it’ll cost us. Let’s discuss how much you need to retire fabulously these days. In this episode, John and David break down what it will take for them to fund a basic, happy and fabulous retirement. For the resources and to connect with our guests, get the…
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What are ABLE accounts and how can they help disabled folks save money? On episode 548 of the Queer Money Podcast, hosts John and David welcome back Brynn Conroy, founder of Femme Frugality and Disability Finance. They discuss the challenges Americans face in qualifying for social security disability benefits and how the system often forces poverty…
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What do you want your fabulous retirement to look like? The reality is that each of us has a different picture in mind when we think about what a fabulous retirement looks like. For that reason cookie-cutter retirement plans that may or may not work for our straight friends probably will not work for us. So how do you know what will work for you? T…
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How will you fund your fabulous retirement? In this episode of Queer Money, David and John address the tough reality that many LGBTQ+ individuals feel uncertain about their retirement preparedness. They discuss the concerning statistics of 64% of LGBTQ+ individuals not being on track or unsure about their retirement plans. So they’ve outlined 12 po…
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Why can't gays save for retirement? Last week we dug into 3 systemic reasons that many gays are not able to save for retirement. This week we share 3 more reasons, but these are a bit closer to home and are affected by our own decisions. Let us know if you feel any of these are things you too have struggled with like we did early on in our retireme…
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Can you be out at work and be successful? In this episode of Queer Money, David and John are joined by LinkedIn's career expert Andrew McCaskill. The discussion centers around a recent Forbes report stating that 60% of U.S. workers hide their true selves at work, and a LinkedIn survey revealing only 35% of queer professionals feel safe being out at…
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Why can't gays seem to save for retirement? You’re not imagining it. Forces are working against your best interest. This is Queer Money episode 543 and today we're kicking off part 1 of a 2 parter addressing some reasons why gays can’t save for retirement. Follow us: Queer Money Instagram Queer Money YouTube Queer Money on Tiktok Download your FREE…
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How does having HIV or AIDS impact your finances? In this episode of the Queer Money Podcast, hosts David and John explore the financial impact of living with HIV with Dr. Lorraine Dean, an associate professor of epidemiology at Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Dean shares findings from her studies, highlighting the economic challenges faced by those …
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How we started to win at retirement. Less than 20 years ago, we had a negative net worth because of our $51k in credit card debt. Today, we have over $1MM in retirement savings. How did we make that transformation? This is Queer Money episode #541, and today we’re sharing how we went from buried in debt and living in a basement apartment to serial …
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Understanding the Benefits of HSAs for Healthcare Savings In episode 540 of the Queer Money Podcast, David and John discuss how Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) can help save money on healthcare costs. They provide a detailed explanation of what HSAs are, their benefits, and how they can reduce healthcare costs. Key topics include the tax advantages …
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Are Gays Losing at Retirement? Data suggests that the LGBTQ+ community is falling further and further behind the general population when it comes to retirement planning and saving for the future, yet as a community, we are seeing more of us close the wage gap. What can we do to better prepare for and win at retirement? This is Queer Money episode 5…
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What is financial fawning and why do I need to be cautious about it? In this episode of the Queer Money® Podcast, David and John share a personal story of feeling compelled to make a significant donation despite financial constraints. The story leads the two into an interview with writer and personal finance educator Jackie Lam, who discusses the c…
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Diversity is the spice of life and makes our cities better! But what are the best cities that are both diverse when it comes to race, age, income and levels of education? This is Queer Money episode 537, and today we're breaking the top 7 most diverse cities for queer folks. Get the dynamic list of Affordable LGBTQ+ Friendly Cities in the U.S. here…
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Want to make even more out of your MBA? In this episode of Queer Money, David and John welcome Aidan Currie, Executive Director of Reaching Out MBA (ROMBA), to discuss how their organization supports LGBTQ+ MBA students and professionals. Reaching Out MBA is dedicated to empowering LGBTQ+ individuals through networking opportunities, such as their …
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Are you a queer young professional looking for a great city for your career and lifestyle? Want your career to take off? Want to be in a city that both has it for your career and has if for your community? This is Queer Money episode 535, and today we're breaking the top 7 best places for young LGBTQ+ professionals. Get the dynamic list of Affordab…
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How do you turn your passion into a million dollar brand? In this episode of the Queer Money Podcast, David and John talk with Charisse and Vicky Pasches, founders of the all gender fashion brand Dapper Boi. The guests share their journey from identifying a problem in finding fitting and inclusive clothing to creating their own solution with an all…
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What are the most affordable LGBTQ+-friendly cities for renters? More and more of us are living a mobile life. We want the flexibility to live and work in places that make us happy and can help our careers. For many this means having very few attachements like a mortgage and a house. If you're living a mobile and flexible lifestyle, but also want t…
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Can the government really affect prices on everyday products we buy? In this episode of Queer Money, we talk with Heather Boushey, one of three members of President Biden's Council of Economic Advisors and Chief Economist for the Investing in America Cabinet. This episode focused on the state of the economy and how the Biden administration plans to…
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What are the most affordable LGBTQ+-friendly cities for new home buyers? If you're a queer person looking to buy a home, you're probably in the same boat as many other Americans in that the cost of homes has skyrocketed past what many of us can afford. So are there any cities that are both LGBTQ+ friendly and have home prices within reach for the a…
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When should you start saving for retirement? On this episode of the Queer Money Podcast, we talk with Michael Kim who shares his story of planning for retirement early so he can reach his goal of retiring by age 55. This episode touches on the importance of self-reflection to determine what you want and how you can use that knowledge to help plan f…
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What are the best countries for LGBTQ+ folks? We've received a lot of feedback on our Affordable LGBTQ+ Friendly Cities series. One of the most common requests is for us to look at cities outside the United States. So, we're going to kick that part of the series off with taking a look at the best countries for LGBTQ+ folks based on acceptance and l…
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What is the current economic state of the transgender community? First and foremost, transgender individuals are concerned for their safety. And sometimes finances take a back seat to survival. But being fiscally secure affords you the opportunity to protect yourself and your community. So, what is the economic state of the trans community? What ca…
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What are the most affordable LGBTQ+-friendly college towns? When we talk about affordable LGBTQ+-friendly cities across the U.S., we often highlight many larger cities, but we don't talk much about college towns and one of you requested a list of these places. Since many college towns are small towns and cities there generally isn't much data on LG…
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What are the best retirement side gigs? Spending our days on the links or knocking back a few electric lemonades on the front porch is not the retirement reality for a lot of LGBTQ+ Americans. With the growing retirement crisis hurting marginalized communities more, many must still work in retirement. So, what can you do if this applies to you? On …
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What are the most affordable LGBTQ+-friendly cities in the Sunbelt? When we talk about affordable LGBTQ+-friendly cities across the U.S., we often highlight many cities in the Midwest or East. This is often because these cities are not currently seeing as much population growth as many cities in the Sunbelt or on the coasts. Many of you have said t…
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What’s behind the housing affordability crisis in America? Real estate prices are off the charts, and unless you happen to be a high-net-worth individual, it’s nearly impossible to buy a home right now. So, WTF is going on? Is there anything we can do about it? Angela Rozmyn is the cocreator of Women’s Personal Finance, a platform that provides emp…
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"Ewwww, I'd never live there" "WTF, that's a horrible place to live" "No way in hell!" These are just a few of the comments we've gotten when we've highlighted blue cities in red states that are both affordable and LGBTQ+ friendly. So, why would someone choose to stay in or move to a red state? This is Queer Money episode 523, and today we're break…
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Regular listeners of Queer Money are familiar with the way Kingdom Advisors uses donor-advised funds to finance the anti-LGBTQ industrial complex. But right-wing extremists haven’t stopped there. Today, radical conservative influencers and organizations are working with the Heritage Foundation to design Project 2025, a blueprint that seeks to elimi…
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Are you an LGBTQ+ person with children? How about a parent with LGBTQ+ kids? Or maybe you want to start a family as a queer person. This is Queer Money episode #521. Today, we’re diving into the top 7 most affordable LGBTQ+ friendly cities for queer folks who want to or have children or parents who have LGBTQ+ children. Get the dynamic list of Affo…
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Are you postponing your personal goals and dreams until you turn 65? What if you don’t have to wait until retirement to travel, write your memoir, or pursue a hobby you love? What if you could take several mini-retirements throughout your career and achieve some of those ambitions along the way? Jillian Johnsrud is the creator of Retire Often, a pl…
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Do you love the outdoors? Are you into hiking, biking or spending time in your local parks? If so then this Queer Money is for you. This week we're taking a request from one of our YouTube viewers who asked for a list of LGBTQ friendly cities for outdoor life, so we're delivering. This is Queer Money episode #519. Today, we’re diving into the top 7…
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Many of us in the LGBTQ community were bullied as kids for being different. But few of us leverage those experiences as inspiration to launch a cookie company! Nicholas Naclerio turned to food for comfort when he was bullied for being gay. But when he turned 18, Nick got healthy and decided to use food as a form of self-expression and healing; to t…
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The transgender community has taken the brunt of most of the anti-LGBTQ legislation that is being proposed and passed in the Christian Industrial Complex's attacks on the LGBTQ community recently. So where are safe places that are also affordable for the trans community in the US? This is Queer Money episode #517. Today, we’re diving into the top 1…
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Curious how the uber-rich protect their wealth? If you knew the secrets of ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs), could you leverage their approach to money management to grow your own wealth? Tim Volk, CFP, is Founder and Principal at T. Volk & Company Consulting, a boutique financial advisory firm that serves ultra-high-net-worth families. He…
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“Why is it so expensive to be gay?” A common sentiment that we hear from many in the LGBTQ+ community. Much of that has to do with where we choose or end up living since housing costs for many make up anywhere between thirty to fifty percent of their take home pay. If you’re one of the few LGBTQ folks with lots of cash, these are the top 5 most exp…
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We all have a money story. And for many of us in the LGBTQ community, it’s a negative narrative. Maybe you were taught that money is the root of all evil. That there’s never enough to go around. Or that you have to work hard to make money. Worse yet, you may believe that you don’t deserve financial stability, let alone financial freedom. So, what c…
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Where can I retire that is both affordable and LGBTQ friendly? We get this question a lot, especially as comments on our Affordable LGBTQ+ Friendly Cities series content. This is Queer Money episode #513. Today, we’re diving into the top 10 most affordable retirement locations for LGBTQ+ folks. Get the dynamic list of Affordable LGBTQ+ Friendly Cit…
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40 years ago, the US changed its approach to retirement. But those changes shifted the risk from the government and corporations to individuals. And now, nearly half of middle-class retirees will be downwardly mobile into poverty or near-poverty in their golden years. So, what can we do to solve the retirement crisis in America? Teresa Ghilarducci …
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