We’re kicking off the week by answering listener questions! And if you have a question that you’d like for us to answer on the show, we’d love for you to submit your own via HowToMoney.com/ask , send us your voice memo. Regardless of how random or bizarre you might think it is, we want to hear it!

  1. How should my fiancé and I go about combining our bank accounts, credit cards, and investments?
  2. Should I stop contributing to my Roth IRA until I’m able to fully replenish my six month emergency fund?
  3. Are REITs inferior to investing in actual real estate?
  4. When should I consider opening a specific business checking account?
  5. Daycare and other kid expenses are quite large- what are some ways to cut those bills?

Additional links:

  • Relations – Here’s that WSJ article about combining money and happiness.
  • Money gears – We referenced our 7 Money Gears during this episode. It’s important to know what your next financial moves should be before you take action!
  • Real estate – Listen back as we discussed if investing in real estate is a right move for you. But regardless, don’t believe it’s a form of purely passive income.
  • Entrepreneurship – For a business checking account check out American Express, Bluevine, and Lili.
  • Credit Card Tool – Looking for the right credit card for you? Then check out our new credit card tool that’ll help you to easily filter through all the cards based on your preferred airline, whether or not they have an annual fee, or simply by the cashback offer! Just toggle the sliders and you’ll know which card to consider.
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