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Making Sense of Financial Jargon (Ep. 40)

By The-BamCam | April 25, 2025

Financial terms like fiduciary, inflation, and annuity can be more than just confusing—they can feel downright intimidating.

Join Jack Burnette, Alison Castellano, and Adrian Castellano from Iter Financial Wellness as they break down complex financial jargon into simple, practical insights. With their clear and approachable style, they empower you to make informed and decisive financial choices.

Jack, Alison, and Adrian discuss:

Why it matters whether your advisor is bound by this standard
Understand why your grocery bill feels heavier than ever
Efficiently managing and navigating old retirement accounts
The Roth vs. Traditional IRA decision and its tax implications
And more

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Taking Control of Your Credit Card Debt (Ep.30)

By The BamCam | November 26, 2024

78% of people fail to pay off their credit card balance monthly, risking their financial health. Are you taking responsibility for your financial future or leaving it to chance?

This week, Jack and Alison discuss a powerful conversation between Tucker Carlson and financial expert Dave Ramsey, diving into America’s staggering $1.1 trillion in credit card debt and its impact on personal financial health. They explore the far-reaching effects of these figures and offer valuable perspectives into how societal spending habits might be influencing your wallet more than you realize.

Gain knowledgeable insight for tackling your debt as this episode highlights:

The alarming $1.1 trillion credit card debt of our country
How credit card debt ties into inflation
The psychological aspects of spending
The pitfalls of prioritizing credit scores over financial health
And more

Resources:

Dave Ramsey: Trump v. Kamala’s Economic Plans, & the Diabolic Tricks Banks Use to Scam You

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Is Owning a Home Still a Dream? (Ep. 6)

By The-BamCam | October 17, 2023

One of the goals of being an adult is owning your own home. But with the increasing cost of property, rising mortgage rates and the cost of living already high for millennials, their chances of owning a home seem to be disappearing.

In this episode, Jack Burnette and Alison Castellano focus on the world of adulting, tackling the idea of owning a home and why millennials may not be able to achieve that dream. They explore the financial hurdles millennials face as well as the personal struggles in saving enough for an increasing down payment.

Jack and Alison discuss:

How the price of houses has changed in the past 2.5 years alone
The existing expenses millennials have, especially parents
Why millennials won’t be able to take advantage of tax options for mortgage rates with their current financial situation
Tips and tricks to keep an eye on spending and reduce your cost of living
And more