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  • Buying a Home? How to Know You’re Really Ready

    Buying a Home? How to Know You’re Really Ready
    2025/06/06
    In this episode of *Master Your Money: Budgeting, Saving, and Debt-Free Living*, Nate Tanner tackles the emotional and financial pressure to buy—or upgrade—a home in today’s unpredictable market. With humor and clarity, he breaks down how to know if you’re *truly* ready for homeownership using the Triggator framework. From current market conditions to real financial readiness markers, this episode equips you with the insight to move forward without blowing up your triangle. Whether you're buying now or preparing for later, you’ll walk away with peace, perspective, and a solid plan.
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    22 分
  • School, Supplies, and Surprise Fees: Back-to-School Budgeting Without the Panic

    School, Supplies, and Surprise Fees: Back-to-School Budgeting Without the Panic
    2025/06/05
    Back-to-school season doesn’t have to ambush your budget. In this episode, Nate Tanner walks through how to separate predictable vs surprise school expenses, build a better Alligator Fund, time your purchases wisely, and avoid panic spending. Plus, a bonus section on how to turn back-to-school wants into teachable moments for your kids—starting with earning, saving, and valuing what they buy. Packed with stories, strategies, and practical tips, this episode will help you start the school year calm, confident, and Triggator-ready.
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    30 分
  • Swipe Fatigue: Why Everything Feels More Expensive (and What to Do About It)

    Swipe Fatigue: Why Everything Feels More Expensive (and What to Do About It)
    2025/06/03
    Is it just inflation—or are you exhausted from swiping? In this episode, Nate Tanner breaks down the hidden burnout caused by cashless convenience. From one-click checkouts to app-triggered nostalgia, we unpack how swipe fatigue dulls financial awareness, feeds hijackers, and derails your Triggator Triangle. Learn how to add friction back into your spending, rewire your mindset, and reconnect with the joy of intentional purchases. Includes a personal Taco Bell story, weekly reset tips, and a friction-building challenge that could change your financial game.
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    26 分
  • Debt Doesn’t Have to Hurt: How to Pay It Off Without Burning Out

    Debt Doesn’t Have to Hurt: How to Pay It Off Without Burning Out
    2025/06/02

    In this episode of *Master Your Money: Budgeting, Saving, and Debt-Free Living*, Nate Tanner shares how to pay off debt without sacrificing your sanity, savings, or lifestyle. He breaks down the pros and cons of popular methods like Snowball and Avalanche, then introduces the Triggator approach to sustainable debt freedom. With stories, strategy, and motivation, this episode is your guide to eliminating debt while still living life.
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    25 分
  • Emergency Fund vs Emergency Card: What Safety Really Looks Like

    Emergency Fund vs Emergency Card: What Safety Really Looks Like
    2025/05/30
    In this episode of *Master Your Money: Budgeting, Saving, and Debt-Free Living*, Nate Tanner explores why credit cards are not true emergency funds—and how even a small savings cushion can transform your peace of mind. You'll learn how to start building a safety net one paycheck at a time and why financial preparedness beats points every time.
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    21 分
  • The Myth of “Balance”: How to Budget for Real Life Without Guilt

    The Myth of “Balance”: How to Budget for Real Life Without Guilt
    2025/05/29
    In this episode of *Master Your Money: Budgeting, Saving, and Debt-Free Living*, host Nate Tanner dismantles the toxic myth of a 'perfect' budget. Learn why traditional budgeting guilt is sabotaging your progress and how the Triggator approach reframes balance as alignment—not restriction. With practical mindset shifts, listener stories, and a healthy dose of grace, you’ll walk away ready to budget for real life and actually feel good doing it.
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    24 分
  • Paycheck Hijackers: How Tiny Decisions Derail Big Goals

    Paycheck Hijackers: How Tiny Decisions Derail Big Goals
    2025/05/28
    In this episode of *Master Your Money: Budgeting, Saving, and Debt-Free Living*, host Nate Tanner calls out the sneaky spending habits that quietly steal your paycheck—and your progress. From impulse food delivery to forgotten subscriptions, you’ll learn how to spot these ‘hijackers’ and build friction, habits, and intentionality that keep your money aligned with your goals. Packed with practical steps and personal stories, this episode is a must-listen for anyone tired of wondering where their money went.
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    21 分
  • Lifestyle Inflation Is Lying to You: Why More Income Isn’t the Answer

    Lifestyle Inflation Is Lying to You: Why More Income Isn’t the Answer
    2025/05/21
    In this episode of *Master Your Money: Budgeting, Saving, and Debt-Free Living*, Nate Tanner unpacks the myth that more income automatically solves money problems. Through stories, stats, and Triggator strategies, Nate exposes lifestyle inflation and shows how to align new income with your goals—Budget, Save, and Pay Off Debt. If you’ve ever wondered why your raise disappeared without improving your life, this one’s for you.
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    23 分