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Real Money, Real Experts: More Than Your Money with Jessica Moorhouse, AFCC®
Episode 117: More Than Your Money with Jessica Moorhouse, AFCC® Download the transcript or watch on Youtube! In this episode of Real Money, Real Experts, we’re joined by Jessica Moorhouse, a leading financial educator, podcast host, and founder of MoorMoney Media Inc. Jessica’s passion for financial literacy started early—she worked...
February 18, 2025
Read More >Real Money, Real Experts: Join Me At #AFCPE with Dr. Brandy Baxter, AFC®️
Episode 116: Join Me At #AFCPE with Dr. Brandy Baxter, AFC®️Download the transcript or watch on Youtube!In the Season 6 premiere of Real Money, Real Experts, we’re joined by 2025 Board President and our new co-host Dr. Brandy Baxter, AFC®️, the powerhouse behind Living Abundantly and Envision 30. As an...
February 04, 2025
Read More >Embracing the New Year: Insights from AFCPE’s Q1 2025 Newsletter
We are thrilled to announce the release of our Q1 2025 newsletter, expertly crafted by our dedicated Newsletter Task Force. This micro edition highlights messages from our new AFCPE Board President, Brandy Baxter and our Executive Director, Rachael DeLeon, while covering important topics such as advocacy and public policy, youth...
January 23, 2025
Read More >Expanding Your Reach with Budget Coaching
There are many different ways to budget. From pen and paper to spreadsheets and apps, everyone has a preferred method to capture their financial habits. As a financial coach or counselor, you have likely discussed budgeting with your clients to reach their larger goals. There is even an entire subcategory...
January 21, 2025
Read More >The Success Trap: Navigating Challenges as Your Business Grows
Don’t Let Your Success Be Your Downfall For startup coaching practices, growth is often heralded as the ultimate indicator of success. Yet, as many entrepreneurs discover, expansion brings its own set of challenges, often trapping businesses in complexities they weren’t prepared to handle. “The Success Trap” sees growing businesses encountering...
December 19, 2024
Read More >Real Money, Real Experts: Voices of Symposium
Episode 115: Voices of Symposium: Real Experts, Real TakeawaysDownload the transcript or watch on Youtube!In this special season finale, Rachael and Mary bring you voices of #ExperienceAFCPE2024 attendees directly from the symposium floor. Attendees share their experiences, key takeaways, and advice for financial educators and those entering the field. This...
December 03, 2024
Read More >Making Financial Education Part of Your Self-Care Routine
“He who will not economize will have to agonize.” – Confucius The 24-hour news cycle keeps us informed of the imbalances and inequities experienced all over the world. This struggle never ceases, and we ponder what is within our reach of assistance and understanding. Educating oneself is a...
November 15, 2024
Read More >Real Money, Real Experts: Dr. Michael G. Thomas
Episode 114: It's Not You, It's The System with Dr. Michael G. ThomasDownload the transcript or watch on Youtube!In this powerful episode of Real Money, Real Experts, Rachael DeLeon and Dr. Mary Bell Carlson sit down with Dr. Michael G. Thomas Jr., a financial empathy expert and lecturer at the University...
November 12, 2024
Read More >Financial Wellness in the Gig Economy: Empowering Flexibility with Stability
Imagine a world where you can be your own boss, set your own hours, and work on projects you're passionate about. Sounds great, right? Welcome to the gig economy! This new way of working offers exciting opportunities, but it also comes with unique financial challenges. As financial counselors and planners,...
October 30, 2024
Read More >Real Money, Real Experts: Robert Mascio & Lori Schock
Episode 113: Behind the Schemes: Unmasking Financial Fraud with Robert Mascio and Lori SchockDownload the transcript or watch on Youtube!On this episode of Real Money, Real Experts, we tackle the evolving world of financial fraud and how we can break the cycle of shame that often keeps victims silent. In this...
October 29, 2024
Read More >Embracing Financial Empowerment: Insights from AFCPE’s Q4 Newsletter
We are thrilled to announce the release of our Q4 newsletter, expertly crafted by our dedicated Newsletter Task Force. This edition highlights crucial topics such as maximizing your AFCPE Symposium experience, if your client needs a prenup, and homeownership. We hope you find these insights both informative and inspiring as...
October 25, 2024
Read More >Real Money, Real Experts: Wendy De La Rosa
Episode 112: Why We Don’t Talk About Money: Exploring Financial Stigma with Wendy De La RosaDownload the transcript or watch on Youtube!In this thought-provoking episode of Real Money, Real Experts, Rachael and Mary are joined by Wendy De La Rosa, Assistant Professor at the Wharton School and behavioral finance expert,...
October 15, 2024
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