Emphasizing the financial challenges and opportunities educators face, podcast guest, Yahrasiel Colbert, Ed.S., leverages over 27 years of multidisciplinary expertise to help people build confidence in their financial independence. Yahrasiel is an educator, works as a consultant, and has authored a financial journal. During this episode, she provides resources for creating realistic budgets and achievable financial goals.

Host: Everett Crockett

Guest: Yahrasiel Colbert, Ed.S.

Highlights from this episode include:

• the four biggest financial challenges faced by educators
• the financial habits of Millennials and Gen Xers
• strategies for managing debt, such as the snowball and avalanche methods
• the importance of finding additional income sources
• highlights from her financial journal

Prioritize your financial well-being by joining us for this episode!

00:00 – Intro

03:45 – Foundation of Yahrasiel Colbert’s Financial Journey

06:17 – The Passion Behind the Work: Educating Educators

07:47 – Four Biggest Financial Challenges for Educators

12:21 – The Importance of Financial Literacy

15:17 – Retirement Planning: Starting Early & Overcoming Obstacles

19:40 – Educators’ Concerns about Retiring Comfortably

22:01 – Resources for Budgeting & Setting Financial Goals

23:37 – Financial Planning Habits of Gen Xers vs. Millennials

26:19 – Managing Debt: Snowball & Avalanche Methods

30:35 – Securing Multiple Streams of Income

32:11 – From Red to Black: Weekly Financial Journal

35:42 – Retirement Savings Plans: 403(b)s, IRAs, & Annuities

41:51 – Catch-Up Contributions

43:35 – Key Takeaways & Contact Information

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