Inspired Budget
The Inspired Budget Podcast helps women live their best life and reach their money goals. Join Allison Baggerly for inspiring conversations to help you learn more about budgeting, saving money, paying off debt, and investing for your future. You’ll be hearing not only from Allison, but others along the way that have a story and voice to share.
Episodes
188 episodes
#179: How the “Do Both” Method Helped Germaine Foley Pay Off $200K Debt Without Sacrificing Joy
In this episode, Allison Baggerly chats with Germaine Foley about her remarkable journey to paying off $200,000 of debt while still enjoying life. Germaine shares the turning point that led her and her family to take control of their finances a...
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Episode 179
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27:05
#178: Hidden Costs Every Homeowner Needs To Know About
Thinking about buying a home? Already own one? In today’s episode, I’m breaking down the hidden costs of homeownership that most people don’t plan for. From unexpected maintenance costs (hello, $2,000 plumbing bill!) to rising insurance premium...
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Episode 178
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18:57
#177: How Jo Harris Paid Off $51K Thanks To Her Side Hustle
If you're on a debt-free journey, staying motivated is key—and one of the best ways to do that is by hearing from others who are right there with you!In this episode, Jo Harris opens up about how she and her husband knocked out $51,000 i...
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Episode 177
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28:16
#176: How to Manage Your Money When Everything Feels Too Expensive
In this episode, I’m tackling the financial pressure we’re all feeling as the cost of living keeps rising. From insurance premiums to everyday expenses, it can feel like we’re drowning. But you’re not alone—and you’re not powerless.Join ...
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Episode 176
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17:06
#175: Paying Off Debt & Dealing With Financial Anxiety with Zoe Pritchard
Zoe Pritchard, a YouTuber and personal finance content creator, shares her journey of paying off $35,000 of student debt and improving her relationship with money. Growing up, money was a tense topic in her family which had a direct impact on h...
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Episode 175
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32:53
#174: Is the TikTok Underconsumption Trend Actually Just Normal Spending?
In this episode, I’m diving into the TikTok trend of underconsumption and sharing my thoughts on why it’s actually just normal spending. We’ve been so influenced by social media to keep buying and upgrading that sticking to what we already have...
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Episode 174
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21:18
#173: Building Unique Airbnb Rentals: Whitney Hansen's Journey
In this episode of the Inspired Budget Podcast, Allison Baggerly talks with Whitney Hansen about her exciting journey into owning unique short-term rentals in Idaho. Whitney shares how she built her properties from the ground up and the money s...
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Episode 173
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31:01
#172: Stop Making These 5 Budgeting Mistakes
Ever felt like your budget just isn't working, no matter how hard you try? You're not alone! In today’s episode, I'm diving into five common budgeting mistakes that are easy to make—and I've definitely made a few myself! We'll explo...
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Episode 172
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20:38
#171: Secrets to Staying Motivated While Paying Off $52K in Debt
In this inspiring episode, Allison sits down with Deacon Hayes to discuss his journey to becoming debt-free. Deacon shares how he and his wife paid off $52,000 in debt in just 18 months and the strategies they used to achieve financial freedom....
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Episode 171
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25:11
#170: Embrace the Second New Year: Reset Your Finances Now
Feeling like you need a reset with your money? In this short episode, Allison Baggerly shares how to lean into what she calls the "Second New Year" to get back on track with your finances and achieve your financial goals.What You'll L...
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Episode 170
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20:41
#169: Opting Out with Cait Flanders
Tired of following what society says you should do? In this episode, I talk with Cait Flanders, author of Adventures in Opting Out about the challenges and rewards of opting out of societal norms. In this episode Cait shares examples o...
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Episode 169
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34:59
#168: Preparing Financially for Natural Disasters: Lessons From Hurricane Beryl
In this episode, Allison takes a personal and practical approach to financial preparedness for natural disasters. After going through Hurricane Beryl herself, Allison shares helpful tips and lessons on how to handle your money during these unex...
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Episode 168
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30:35
#167: The True Cost of College with Adam Carroll
Adam Carroll is the creator of the documentary 'Broke, Busted, & Disgusted,’ which aired on CNBC and continues to be screened in high schools and colleges nationwide. In this episode we discuss the importance of making informed decisions ab...
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Episode 167
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44:37
#166: 5 Financial Habits That Sabotage Your Savings
Are you constantly wondering why your savings account isn’t growing? In this episode, Allison dives into the sneaky financial habits that might be sabotaging your efforts to save more money. You'll learn about the common pitf...
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Episode 166
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24:25
#165: Your Best Financial Life with Anne Lester
Millennials and Gen Z face a unique challenge when it comes to building wealth. In this episode, Anne Lester, author of Your Best Financial Life, and former head of Retirement Solutions for JPMorgan, provides insights and advice for an...
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Episode 165
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36:47
#164: Money Dysmorphia: What It Is & How To Overcome It
Do you ever feel like no matter how much you save, you’re still not financially secure? Or perhaps you often feel richer than your bank account actually shows? In this episode, Allison dives deep into a lesser-known but incre...
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Episode 164
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21:19
#163: From Immigrant to Debt Free World Traveler with Bianca Alba
Dreaming of your next vacation but feeling overwhelmed with the entire process? Bianca Alba from This Latina Travels has traveled to 6 of the 7 continents in the world and her goal is to encourage and support women who look like her to travel t...
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Episode 163
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35:39
#162: These 4 Money Habits Are Keeping You Broke
Do you ever wonder where all your money goes each month? It could be due to a few habits you might not even realize are keeping you broke. In my latest podcast episode, I'm diving deep into the 4 money habits that could be sabotaging your finan...
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24:53
#161: How To Overcome Overspending with Paige Pritchard
How do you know if you have a shopping problem? Paige Pritchard is a certified life coach and host of ‘The Money Love Podcast’ where she is on a mission to help others manage their spending better.In this episode, we discuss how to know ...
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Episode 161
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35:15
#160: The Summer Splurge: What It Is & How To Avoid It
Do your financial goals go off track in the summer? You might start the season determined to stick to your budget, but then slowly find yourself spending more and more on various things. By the end of summer, you're left feeling guilty about ho...
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Episode 160
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30:59
#159: How To Become a Saving Whiz with Gina Zakaria
Gina Zakaria and her husband became debt free using practical, real-life solutions that didn’t sacrifice her family’s lifestyle. During the process she became known as the Saving Whiz. With over 3 million social media followers, Gina is teachin...
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Episode 159
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31:03
#158: Lifestyle Creep- Red Flags & Strategies To Take Back Control Of Your Money
Ever felt like you make decent money but somehow have nothing left to show for it at the end of the month? If so, you might have fallen victim to lifestyle creep.In this episode you will learn:What lifestyle creep is, and how...
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Episode 158
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25:27
#157: Don’t Fall Prey To This Social Media Scam
A few months ago, I stumbled upon what seemed like a lucrative opportunity on TikTok: women claiming to make over $60,000 a month by working only 10 hours a week. Intrigued, I did some digging and what I found was startling.Joining us is...
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Episode 157
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35:41
#156: What I No Longer Believe About Money
Have any of your beliefs or thoughts about money changed over time? Maybe you used to think that only people who struggle with money should write a budget, but now you realize that budgeting isn’t reserved for those living paycheck to paycheck....
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Episode 156
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21:44
#155: From $600K Inheritance to $220K Debt: Haley & Justin's Debt-Free Journey
Haley and Justin inherited $600,000 but ended up blowing through the money and accumulating $220,000 of debt. They share their journey of lifestyle inflation, realizing the extent of their debt, and taking steps to address it. You W...
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Episode 155
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29:54