In this episode of Mitten Money, host Kevin Scorsone sits down with Marketing Associate and college graduate Abby Welsh to talk about the real price of college. From FAFSA frustrations and student loans to hidden costs, scholarships, and refund checks, Abby shares her firsthand experience navigating higher education. Kevin reflects on how different college costs looked in his day, while Abby offers insights, regrets, and hacks for today’s students.

Whether you’re a parent planning for your child or a student facing these challenges yourself, this episode is all about navigating college financially.

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Get ready for hot take roulette! In this episode, Will & Kevin spill their financial hot takes.

Will challenges the common belief that buying a home is always better than renting, pointing out how high interest rates and rising costs make renting a smarter, more flexible choice, especially if you’re not planning to settle long term. Kevin dives into the booming world of Buy Now, Pay Later services like Klarna and Afterpay, discussing how these easy micro-loans can help, but also lead to debt stacking if you’re not careful.

Comments made are not to be considered endorsements of Tri-Star Trust or its employees. All viewpoints expressed herein belong solely to the commentators, whether or not they are employees or clients, and remain uninfluenced and uncompensated by Tri-Star Trust or any of its affiliates.

In this episode of Mitten Money, Will and Kevin explore the FIRE movement (Financial Independence, Retire Early) and whether it’s truly achievable for most people. They discuss lean FIRE, fat FIRE, and barista FIRE, reflecting on what early retirement might look like in real life.

The conversation covers how retirement is changing, the importance of purpose and social connection, and how to strike a balance between saving and enjoying life. With stories from their own busy family schedules, Will and Kevin highlight the personal side of financial planning.

Whether you're aiming to retire early or just want to take better control of your money, this episode offers practical insights to think about!

Comments made are not to be considered endorsements of Tri-Star Trust or its employees. All viewpoints expressed herein belong solely to the commentators, whether or not they are employees or clients, and remain uninfluenced and uncompensated by Tri-Star Trust or any of its affiliates.