On today’s episode, I’m joined by financial expert and Youtuber Anthony O’Neal. Anthony is a #1 national bestselling author and host of the popular financial podcast, The Table. He’s dedicated to teaching others how to obtain spiritual, mental and financial freedom and found his niche in guiding singles on how to maximize their financial power before committing to a relationship.    Anthony is candid about his own journey to becoming debt-free and the inner work that’s had to take place to stay that way. We talk about how social media impacts our spending, financial literacy challenges that minorities may face and how Anthony is working on closing that gap. He also shares his advice for people in that ‘in-between’ stage of their life and how to gain control over your spending.    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The turning point in Anthony’s life where he knew he needed to get a handle on his debt  Anthony’s perspective on debt vs no debt, buying vs renting and other hot button financial topics  Why Anthony is passionate about educating minorities on money management and wealth building  The importance of getting in the right financial headspace before you get married  When to bring up finances while dating  Anthony’s new course designed to help people build momentum and maximize their season of singleness and every aspect of their lives    RESOURCES The waitlist to sign up for Anthony’s latest course, The Single’s Blueprint: 8 Pillars to maximize your single season, gain clarity on your life’s vision and start building your legacy right now, is open. Sign up HERE. The course will be available for purchase March 1st-10th. Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras or Business Perspective messages to boost your day.     CONNECT WITH ANTHONY  Instagram: @anthonyoneal  Website: anthonyoneal.com  Listen to The Table with Anthony O’Neal    CONNECT WITH CHRIS Instagram: @chriswharder Website: https://chrisharder.me    GUEST BIO A #1 national bestselling author, Anthony O'Neal has helped over 250,000 people set out on a path towards a debt-free life with his chart-topping book Debt-Free Degree. He’s reached over 15 million people in 15 different countries through his podcast “The Table” where he always keeps it real, relevant, and relatable.    Apart from teaching others how to obtain mental, spiritual and financial freedom, Anthony's mission is to help singles maximize their single season with both intention and grace. When he's not interviewing experts and thought-leaders on his popular Youtube channel, you can find Anthony golfing or on an adventure with his beautiful all-black German Shepherd, Rhaven.