Credit Cards and Financial Freedom

Sacrifice Your Way to Financial Freedom

Life is all about sacrifices. We're constantly making trade-offs around how to spend our time, money and more. In order to achieve financial freedom, you're going to have to make sacrifices along the way. In this episode, Chase dives into some of the sacrifices needed to be made in one's financial journey to reach financial independence and shares some sobering statistics as to how few people think about these things until it's too late. Enjoy! Pick up a copy of Chase's book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1082783188 [https://www.amazon.com/dp/1082783188]

Impostor Syndrome

Impostor Syndrome (IS) is something an overwhelming majority of people will experience at least once in their lifetime. It can affect anyone no matter their social status, work background, skill level, or degree of expertise. In this episode, I discuss: * What is IS * Signs and Causes of IS * How IS can impact you financially * Ways to overcome IS   To take the Clance IP Scale, go to: https://paulineroseclance.com/pdf/IPTestandscoring.pdf [https://paulineroseclance.com/pdf/IPTestandscoring.pdf] Pick up a copy of Chase's book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1082783188 [https://www.amazon.com/dp/1082783188]

Busy is a Choice (Read: Excuse)

In American society, being busy is perceived as high status. Saying "I'm busy" is a socially acceptable way of saying "I'm important". But are we actually busy? Or do we just think we're busy? What are the downsides to being "too busy"? What do the statistics have to say about busyness? And why do we default to claiming to be busy to get out of obligations? In this episode, I cover all of those questions and more. Enjoy! Pick up a copy of Chase's book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1082783188 [https://www.amazon.com/dp/1082783188]

Series I Bonds: Inflation-Adjusted Superstars

Series I bonds are largely unknown and unheard of, yet are one of the safest investments one can make with returns that are adjusted semiannually to factor in changes to inflation. These are backed by the full faith and credit of the US government, making them essentially risk-free. Series I bonds offer a safe haven for some of your dollars and can allow you to maintain your purchasing power, if not increase it, as Series I bonds are likely to offer returns that far exceed that of any savings or checking accounts. Currently, new Series I bonds pay a composite rate of 3.54%. In this episode, I dive into what Series I bonds are, the benefits they offer, and why they could be an effective place to put some of your money. Enjoy! To purchase electronic Series I bonds, create an account and apply directly at: https://www.treasurydirect.gov/RS/UN-AccountCreate.do [https://www.treasurydirect.gov/RS/UN-AccountCreate.do] Pick up a copy of Chase's book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1082783188 [https://www.amazon.com/dp/1082783188]

Credit Cards and Financial Freedom

Credit cards can be a very powerful tool in helping you achieve financial freedom. While some financial experts, most notably Dave Ramsey, strongly advocate against any forms of debt, credit cards included, credit cards offer some great benefits. As long as you are responsible and know how to use credit cards, their benefits can far outweigh any perceived costs. In this episode, I dive into the different types of credit cards, the benefits of credit cards, and which credit cards I have and use.  To apply for the American Express Blue Cash Preferred Card and get the referral benefits I mentioned ($150 extra cash back after spending $3k, 20% back on purchases made on Amazon.com), sign up at this link: http://refer.amex.us/CHRISL57RW?xl=cp19 [http://refer.amex.us/CHRISL57RW?xl=cp19] Pick up a copy of Chase's book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1082783188 [https://www.amazon.com/dp/1082783188]