Brown Ambition

Is it possible to save TOO much? And should you quit your job if you've got a shot at getting your student loans forgiven if you stick it out? We're answering your questions today on BA. If you have a question on life, money or career, hit us up at brownambitionpodcast.com.  But first... we recap the movie "Get Out" that has EVERYONE talking *Major spoiler alert -- skip ahead if you haven't seen it yet!). We talk about the mind tricks money can play on us... and when it's sometimes not such a good thing to be cheap all the time.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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On today's show, an EXCITING update on Tiffany's real estate adventure. -How she found her dream home (and what she's doing to make sure the deal goes through!)  -The strategy she's using to become a homeowner once again after facing a foreclosure during the recession  If you're a first time homebuyer, check out this guide Mandi mentioned on today's show:  Have a question for us? Drop us a line at brownambitionpodcast.com.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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It's a Mad World, y'all.  We couldn't start our show today without acknowledging the troubling events of the last few days. We eventually get down to business and take reader Angelique's question on sold off debt. "When a lender sells my debt and closes the account, do I still owe that debt?" We've got an answer for her and a huge Brown Ambition hug to everyone out there impacted by Lord Voldemort's refugee and muslim immigrant ban.  If you'd like to share your story, send us a note at Brownambitionpodcast.com or at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com.  Much love, Mandi & Tiffany Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Have you dumped your big bank yet? On today's show, we've got a super special guest: Lisa Servon, author of the new book "The Unbanking of America: How the New Middle Class Survives" joins us for a conversation about how payday lenders and check cashing facilities are taking the place of big banks in our neighborhoods. Lisa didn't just write about these businesses. She actually worked for months at a check cashing business in the South Bronx in New York City and a payday lender in Oakland, California, where she talked to real people using these services to find out why — and how banks have let them down. On Servon's website, she has tips on how to ditch your big bank and find banks with lower fees: https://www.lisaservon.com/ Also on today's show: Suffering from an Inaugural hangover? Here's one way to feel better: Speak Up! Contact your local representatives and tell them how you feel about the direction our country is heading. We have voices. Let's use them!  Here's where to find your local reps: https

So much to cover, so little time!   First of all, thank you for making January our biggest month for downloads yet! If you haven't, please take 2 minutes to leave us a review on iTunes. This is a HUGE factor in how many people are able to find our show on iTunes, and every review counts! Here are the hot topics and links we covered on today's show:  Mandi's Brown Boost this week featured two of her favorite money- and time-saving tools (these are NOT paid endorsements!) LevelMoney: Find out exactly what you can afford to spend each day. and Hello Fresh: How she makes great dinners without ever going to the store.  Today's question: How do I even begin to find a financial planner?  Resources:  LearnVest Financial Planning Review via MagnifyMoney Hidden Investment Fees to Watch Out For Mandi's $246 Flights to Italy For the full scoop on how Mandi used credit card points to book her honeymoon to Italy for $246, check out this post on Yahoo Finance >   Tiffany's win this week featured Lucinda Cross, founder

We've missed you and we're BACK BA Fam! On today's show: -Find out how Mandi booked a European honeymoon for FREE and Tiffany got her wedding dress for FREE. We are kind of killing this wedding planning thing, y'all.  -All you need to know about joining Tiffany's Live Richer Challenge: Credit Edition, a free online program that will help you finally pay down your credit card debt.  To sign up visit http://LRCCredit.com. -Balance Transfer: What it is, how to use one and mistakes to avoid. -Mandi shares a Ted Talk that blew her mind and Tiffany opens up about learning to be a taker as well as a giver. See the Ted Talk here >         Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oh, prenups. On today's show, we are tackling this sticky taboo topic and telling y'all how to convince your partner to get on board with a prenup.  Tiffany updates us on her real estate investment journey and spills ALL the details on how she and Superman saved up for their first property, how they got preapproved for a mortgage lickity split and everything that went into their decision process so far.  Have a question you want featured on the show? Drop us a note at Brownambitionpodcast.com! Check out these snaps from Mandi's trip to Mumbai! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're back! And you do not want to miss this show, y'all. We just went international. On today's jam-packed show:  -How to deal with the mania of Christmas and holiday shopping when you have kids -Mandi reveals the BEST travel rewards credit card on the market right now. Can you say "100,000 bonus miles"?  -The pros and cons of leasing a car -Tiffany's big cameo on The Real has aired! See her in action on the show right here >    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We cover a LOT of ground today, BA Fam. You do not want to miss this ep! Here's just a sample:  -Mandi spills the beans on how she and fiance boo saved a bundle on their new car AND got an amazingly low auto loan rate....AND found a sweet new apartment all in one week.  -Tiffany shares her rules for working with friends -Mandi FINALLY gets her wedding dress...and manages to save $400! -Tiffany and Mandi share tips on how to split gifts for the holidays   Happy Thanksgiving everyone! We are so grateful for your love and support. Don't forget to send us love by leaving us a review or sending us a note at brownambitionpodcast.com.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Group hug everyone.  Love, Mandi & Tiffany  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Everyone knows investing is a key component of a healthy financial life....but how the heck are you supposed to get started when you A) have no idea what you're doing and B) can hardly make ends meet as it is?  On today's show, we're joined by Eric Patrick, founder of the Black Market Exchange, a financial education website empowering millennials to get in the investing game.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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BA Fam -- You have asked for it and we are delivering! We want to answer your toughest questions on debt for an upcoming series on the podcast. Here are the topics we're covering: Relationships & Debt Paying off credit debt Debt vs. Savings Student Loan Debt payoff strategies Debt recovery -- how to bounce back Submit a question at brownambitionpodcast.com (just let us know if you want to remain anonymous)     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We've missed you BA Fam! We are back this week with a fresh episode and trust us...we are making up for lost time in BIG way. First *drumroll please* one of us has a personal update we've all been waiting for....find out in the first 5 minutes of this week's show. We've got a feeling no one saw it happening like this. Then we catch up on all the latest headlines, from Solange's new album to FLOTUS' legendary NYT cover story to the latest Election drama (can we just fast forward to Nov. 9th already? Please and thank you?) Finally, we are taking YOUR questions on today's show. Have a question for us? Go to brownambitionpodcast.com to ask us anything. One listener is worried she signed up for a student loan payment scam. Mandi does a little digging to find out what she's really paying for. And lastly, another listener is worried she isn't cut out for her job and is considering quitting and going back to grad school. Is it worth the risk or should she stick it out? You don't want to miss Tiffany's answer on this

  This week on the podcast, we're cleaning out our inbox and answering YOUR biggest questions about money, careers and relationships.  Tiffany shares the secret behind her relationship success...Hint: it starts with her closet! Can you really write a letter to credit bureaus to get negative marks removed from your report? We've got your answer.  And finally, what do you do if you haven't built up enough credit history to get approved for new types of credit?  To send us your questions, head to BrownAmbitionPodcast.com and submit a question through our handy "Ask Us Anything" form. We'd love to hear from you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Have you seen our new look? Check out the new BrownAmbitionPodcast.com! ---- On this week's show:  BA Anniversary dinner recap!  Tiffany and Mandi weigh in on the teacher from Georgia whose envelope-pushing ensembles have everyone talking.  Tiffany shares tips on how to qualify for student loan debt forgiveness. For more details, check out this in-depth article with more tips >  Have a question? Ask us anything!   -----     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Happy Anniversary, BA Fam! By now we hope you have checked out our newly redesigned website and are loving the fresh new look. We are so thrilled to be celebrating our 1-year anniversary. We couldn't have gotten here without YOU! Thanks for listening, thanks for your support.  Please help us ring in our near year on a high note by leaving us a review today on iTunes>  On Today's show:  What does it really take to become CEO? We've got the results of a new LinkedIn study that reveals exactly what you need to do to have the best shot at a spot at the top of the office food chain.  We also take a question from single mom "Kim" who earns $92,000 and still feels like she's broke.        Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices