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From Middle Class to Millions

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by Shannon Brome-Ward

4.7(7 reviews)
89 episodes
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From Middle Class to Millions is a weekly podcast packed with practical tips, inspiring stories, and fun pop culture references, all designed to help you go from "just getting by" to seriously getting ahead. Whether you're dreaming of building wealth, setting up passive income, or breaking out of the middle-class mindset, this podcast is your guide to a financially free future. Shannon discusses how you can reach financial independence through acquiring and diversifying assets, enjoying life and having fun. She brings a fresh take for the middle-class earner who wants more spaciousness with their finances.

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Episode thumbnail for How to Build Wealth While Raising Kids: Investing, Budgeting & Paying Yourself First

July 2, 2026

How to Build Wealth While Raising Kids: Investing, Budgeting & Paying Yourself First

<p dir="ltr">This week, Shannon gets personal: her youngest just graduated high school, and the emotional reality of becoming an empty nester caught her completely off guard. But underneath the feelings is a powerful financial story, one that took decades of intentional money management to write.</p> <p dir="ltr">Shannon walks you through the wealth-building milestones she used to navigate the expensive, chaotic years of raising kids, and how you can use the same simple strategies to reach financial freedom no matter where you are in your journey.</p> <p dir="ltr">In this episode:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why the end of daycare is one of the biggest wealth-building opportunities most families miss and how to redirect those dollars into investments before lifestyle creep absorbs them</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The car payment strategy: what happens when you drive your car beyond the loan and pay yourself instead of the bank</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to budget for family travel and meaningful experiences without putting it on a credit card</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why automating your investments removes the monthly temptation to spend that money elsewhere</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Retirement contributions as a non-negotiable and why saving for yourself is a gift to your kids</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The role of term life insurance in protecting your family during the wealth-building years</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Teaching your children a simple framework for earning, saving, investing, donating, and spending</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">Whether you're deep in the paycheck-to-paycheck grind with toddlers at home or approaching your own empty nest moment, this episode is your reminder: you can build wealth right where you are.</p> <p dir="ltr">Ready to build your own wealth-building plan? Book a <a href="https://calendly.com/thewholebudget/60-min">free discovery call</a> with Shannon and get the personalized guidance you need to start investing, budgeting, and paying yourself first, no matter what season of life you're in. Book your call here → <a href= "https://calendly.com/thewholebudget/60-min">link</a></p> <p> </p>

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June 18, 2026

The $20,000 Vet Bill That Didn't Wreck Her Finances

<p dir="ltr">In this episode of From Middle Class to Millions, Shannon breaks down the real definition of wealth, and it has nothing to do with Birkin bags, private jets, or champagne on Instagram. Drawing on Morgan Housel's The Psychology of Money, Shannon unpacks why true financial freedom is quiet, invisible, and felt rather than seen.</p> <p dir="ltr">Through three real client stories, an unexpected car repair, a $20,000 vet bill, and an out-of-pocket hormonal panel during perimenopause, Shannon shows the tangible difference between having a strong emergency fund and financial fluency versus spiraling into high-interest debt when life throws a curveball. She explains why understanding terms like debt to income ratio, credit utilization, and liquid assets isn't just financial jargon, it's the foundation that protects every dollar you're trying to build and invest for your future.</p> <p dir="ltr">This episode is for the high-earning woman who has the income, the promotions, and the raises, but still feels anxious and unsure if she's making the right money moves. Shannon makes the case that closing the wealth gap isn't about earning more, it's about financial literacy, money mindset, and building a strategy that gives you peace of mind, not panic, when the unexpected happens.</p> <p dir="ltr">Ready to build real financial confidence and a wealth strategy that fits your life? <a href= "https://calendly.com/thewholebudget/60-min">Book a free call with Shannon</a>. </p> <p> </p>

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June 11, 2026

Personal Finance Basics: 10 Money Terms to Build Wealth and Grow Your Net Worth

<p dir="ltr">Your net worth is your scoreboard, not your salary. In this episode of From Middle Class to Millions, I break down the 10 personal finance and investing terms that quietly decide whether your net worth grows every year or just sits there spinning its wheels.</p> <p dir="ltr">Nobody asks you about your actual net worth. Not in school, not at home, not as an adult. You got handed a paycheck, a credit card, a 401k form, and a "good luck, go figure it out." So today I am giving you the nuggets on the 10 words that matter most for building wealth and reaching financial freedom.</p> <p dir="ltr">We cover net worth and why it beats income as the real measure of your money. We get into compound interest and why starting early with a small amount can beat starting later with more. I walk through liquid assets and the emergency fund that keeps a surprise from turning into debt. We look at your debt-to-income ratio and credit utilization, the numbers lenders check before they ever set your interest rate. Then we move to the growth side: index funds, dollar-cost averaging, expense ratios, and the tax-advantaged accounts like your 401k, traditional IRA, and Roth IRA that let you keep more of what you build.</p> <p dir="ltr">You are not bad with money. You are probably making good money. You are just missing the plan that ties it all together.</p> <p dir="ltr">Want all 10 terms turned into actual moves? Join my free live webinar, "Money in Plain English: : 10 Financial Terms Changing How People Think About Money", on Wednesday, June 17th at 7:00 p.m. EST. No jargon, just the words standing between you and a bigger net worth.</p> <p><strong id= "docs-internal-guid-e1777eb9-7fff-810a-d9ee-cf395092510b">Register here: <a href="https://my.demio.com/ref/QmZb1Fcsf1FY4Gxj">webinar link</a></strong></p>

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What is From Middle Class to Millions?

From Middle Class to Millions is a weekly podcast packed with practical tips, inspiring stories, and fun pop culture references, all designed to help you go from "just getting by" to seriously getting ahead. Whether you're dreaming of building wealth, setting up passive income, or breaking out of the middle-class mindset, this podcast is your guide to a financially free future.

Shannon discusses how you can reach financial independence through acquiring and diversifying assets, enjoying life and having fun. She brings a fresh take for the middle-class earner who wants more spaciousness with their finances.

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates daily.

Where can I listen to this podcast?

This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

Does this podcast accept guests?

No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.

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