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The One Habit That Gets You to Financial Security
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In this episode of the Sunlight Tax podcast, I reveal the #1 habit that sets successful freelancers apart: consistent saving. Discover why saving is like a muscle you need to train, how small, steady contributions to retirement accounts can snowball into long-term financial security, and why waiting for the "perfect" moment to save holds you back.
I share my personal journey, real success stories from my community, and practical tips to overcome the psychological barriers that keep many creatives and freelancers from building wealth. Whether you’re just starting out or have been self-employed for years, you’ll learn how to take imperfect but powerful action toward your financial goals and harness the power of compound interest to create a more secure future.
If you’ve ever felt behind on saving, this episode will give you the motivation and strategy you need to start today.
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In this episode of the Sunlight Tax podcast, I reveal the #1 habit that sets successful freelancers apart: consistent saving. Discover why saving is like a muscle you need to train, how small, steady contributions to retirement accounts can snowball into long-term financial security, and why waiting for the "perfect" moment to save holds you back.
I share my personal journey, real success stories from my community, and practical tips to overcome the psychological barriers that keep many creatives and freelancers from building wealth. Whether you’re just starting out or have been self-employed for years, you’ll learn how to take imperfect but powerful action toward your financial goals and harness the power of compound interest to create a more secure future.
If you’ve ever felt behind on saving, this episode will give you the motivation and strategy you need to start today.
Also mentioned in this episode:
01:11 The Key Habit of Successful Freelancers
03:40 Overcoming Perfectionism in Saving
06:37 The Power of Consistent Savings
09:12 Building a Safety Net with Small Contributions
11:51 The Psychology of Financial Habits
14:54 Real Success Stories from the Community
18:26 The Importance of Habits Over Windfalls
21:10 Encouragement and Resources for Financial Security
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Links:
Join my free class: Make Taxes Easier and Stash an Extra $152k in Your Savings
Check out my program, Money Bootcamp
Link to pre-order my book, Taxes for Humans: Simplify Your Taxes and Change the World When You’re Self-Employed.
Link to pre-order my workbook, Taxes for Humans: The Workbook
Get your free visual guide to tax deductions
Year-End Savings: IRA vs 401k: Fund the 401k First
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Today, I’m continuing my series about year-end tax tips and discussing why it’s so important to contribute to tax-advantaged retirement accounts. I’m diving into the differences between 401k’s, traditional and Roth IRAs, as well as the SEP IRA option for self-employed individuals.
Join me in this important episode to learn how you can maximize your tax savings and retirement contributions.
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Today, I’m continuing my series about year-end tax tips and discussing why it’s so important to contribute to tax-advantaged retirement accounts. I’m diving into the differences between 401k’s, traditional and Roth IRAs, as well as the SEP IRA option for self-employed individuals.
Join me in this important episode to learn how you can maximize your tax savings and retirement contributions.
Also mentioned in today’s episode:
401k and 403b accounts 4:43
IRA contribution limits and tax benefits 7:13
Deadlines and contribution strategies 9:38
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Free Class: https://go.sunlighttax.com/free
FU Money for the People
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FU Money for the People
On today’s episode, I’m talking about an important topic that I’m very passionate about: saving for retirement. I’m sharing why it’s so important to make sure you contribute to your retirement, how it can help you become a millionaire and some important facts you should know.
Join me to learn about saving for your retirement and some of the benefits you can get by starting today.
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On today’s episode, I’m talking about an important topic that I’m very passionate about: saving for retirement. I’m sharing why it’s so important to make sure you contribute to your retirement, how it can help you become a millionaire and some important facts you should know.
Join me to learn about saving for your retirement and some of the benefits you can get by starting today.
Also mentioned in today’s episode:
Why it’s so important to save for retirement 5:09
Updated contribution thresholds 7:00
Some of the benefits of tax advantaged retirement accounts 7:30
Why credits are so much more powerful than deductions 15:00
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Money Cheat Sheet for the Overwhelmed
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Money Cheat Sheet for the Overwhelmed
Today, I’m sharing an article I wrote where I give a practical financial overview and is a personal finance cheat sheet for anyone feeling overwhelmed with their finances and taxes.
Listen to this episode to get some finance tips to help you feel more secure as an entrepreneur when it comes to your money.
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Today, I’m sharing an article I wrote where I give a practical financial overview and is a personal finance cheat sheet for anyone feeling overwhelmed with their finances and taxes.
Listen to this episode to get some finance tips to help you feel more secure as an entrepreneur when it comes to your money.
Also mentioned in today’s episode:
Prioritizing debt repayment 5:52
Why saving for retirement is so important 7:45
Investing for long-term growth 11:23
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How to Stash More FU Money: The SECURE 2.0 Act Expands Your Retirement-Funding Options
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How to Stash More FU Money: The SECURE 2.0 Act Expands Your Retirement-Funding Options
Today, I’m sharing with you some information about the recently passed Secure 2.0 Act and how it can help you stash more FU money and expand your retirement funding.
Listen to this episode to hear all of the details about the Secure 2.0 Act, how you can take advantage of it with your retirement plan and why it’s so helpful for every tax payer.
Today, I’m sharing with you some information about the recently passed Secure 2.0 Act and how it can help you stash more FU money and expand your retirement funding.
Listen to this episode to hear all of the details about the Secure 2.0 Act, how you can take advantage of it with your retirement plan and why it’s so helpful for every tax payer.
Also mentioned in today’s episode:
What is the Secure 2.0 Act? 8:28
How the Secure 2.0 Act helps with retirement funding 12:15
How you can take advantage of this act with your retirement 18:45
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https://www.sunlighttax.com/moneybootcamp2023
I use a service (Guideline) that plugs into my payroll software (Gusto - this is my referral link, and it will save you $100. I *highly* recommend Gusto for running payroll and paying contractors/complying with 1099s/W2s). Guideline is so affordable and streamlined that even as a small employer, I have no trouble maintaining my 401k.
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