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How to Start Building Your Credit Score (Ep. 21)

By The BamCam | May 21, 2024

Credit is something every adult needs at some point, whether it’s a credit card or a bank loan to buy a house. The real question is, do you understand credit enough to use it effectively?

Adrian and Alison Castellano unwrap the complexities of credit and how it intertwines with our financial well-being. Diving deep into what credit means, they cover listener queries, shed light on the significance of credit scores, and offer actionable advice to navigate credit responsibly. Whether you’re contemplating buying a house, as one listener from Tampa was, or simply aiming to bolster your financial health, this episode is packed with insights to guide you.

Adrian and Alison discuss:

The nature and critical aspects of credit and how it influences financial wellness.
Breaking down credit scores: understanding what constitutes a good credit score and how it’s calculated.
Strategies to improve and maintain high credit scores for better financial opportunities.
Insights into common credit mistakes and how to avoid them for a healthier credit history.
And more

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Financial Intimacy: After The Money Date with Alison and Adrian (Ep.15)

By The BamCam | February 20, 2024

Join Alison and her husband Adrian as they share how their quarterly Money Date has helped them establish financial objectives, improve their communication, and plan for a future as a family.

They review the goals they discussed during their date including intentional spending, learning the difference between wants and needs, and how to stay focused on your goals and not compare yourself to those on social media.

Gain insight from Mr. and Mrs. Castellano as they discuss:

The purpose of a Money Date and how it can improve your financial intimacy
Why it’s important to provide praise and gratitude to your partner for their achievements
How a Money Date can make the topic of finances fun for couples
The value of gifting experiences rather than material items
Their plans and intentions for future money dates
And more