Today’s episode is a really fun one! CFP Barbara Ginty interviews the wonderful Carrie!Carrie is 36-years-old. She works in Nebraska as a paralegal and is currently in the process of becoming a first-time home owner. She makes $1900 per month and has some high expenses that are holding her back from reaching her financial goals. Barbara and Carrie discuss...If it's worth it for Carrie to have a car when the expenses are holding her back in other waysThe benefits of owning a home vs rentingHow she can neutralize her housing costs ... and so much more!I'm currently in FIRST place for GOBankingRates Reader's Choice award for Top Money Expert 2023 ? I really can't thank everyone who's already voted for me enough, BUT voting isn't over yet. Voting is open until the end of the month, and you can vote every day. It doesn't cost anything and takes two seconds.Cast your vote for me here, and help me get to number one! You can also share my page if you'd like. I'd appreciate it so much.If you're interested in being a guest on the pod and getting Barbara's thoughts on your own personal finances, we're accepting guests for the rest of the season! You can be anywhere in the world! If you're interested, send us an email (planancialpod@gmail.com) or give us a shout on social media @futurerichpodcast.If you’re looking for a simpler, effective investment for your health, try AG1, and get 5 free AG1 Travel Packs and a FREE 1 yearsupply of Vitamin D with your first purchase. Go to drinkAG1.com/futurerich. That’s drinkAG1.com/futurerich. Check it out and directly support the podcast!Download a free guide today to help plan your financial future!Follow us on InstagramFollow us on TikTokVisit the Future Rich Podcast website for Financial Freebies and Classes!The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. All investment strategies and investments involve risk of loss. Nothing contained in this podcast should be construed as investment advice. Any reference to an investment’s past or potential performance is not, and should not be construed as, a recommendation or as a guarantee of any specific outcome or profit.