Crushing Debt

Shawn M. Yesner
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Yesner Law is a boutique real estate law firm in Tampa, Florida, that helps our clients eliminate the financial bullies in their lives by providing options so they can live the lifestyle of their dreams. We help clients with real estate litigation, partition, quiet title, chapter 7 liquidation, chapter 13 reorganization, short sales, loan modifications, and creditor harassment.

  1. 5d ago

    Networking Isn't Networking

    How does networking contribute to your financial freedom?  To you being debt free? What are some networking mistakes people make in their debt-free journey? In this week's episode, Shawn & George talk about networking (which is how they met) and what we use networking to accomplish.  We also talk about mistakes people make while networking that hurt their bottom line - thus hurting their ability to become debt free. We use networking to: Gain customers Meet referral partners Meet vendors Hire employees Take advantage of opportunities And more ... And some mistakes: Making networking a one-time thing Selling at a networking event (what's in it for me) Collecting cards Networking only when business is bad Failing to follow up Talking about yourself only Equating success with getting a referral. Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com.

  2. Aug 13

    Emergency Funds Are Boring Until They're Not!

    Why does one unexpected legal expense knock your entire financial life off track? How do you create, fund and use an emergency fund? Is your emergency really an emergency, or something you could have planned for? In this week's episode of the Crushing Debt Podcast, Shawn & George talk about emergency funds and the apparent inability to absorb an unexpected expense without: Using a credit card, personal loan, or incurring more debt Borrowing from family or friends Invading retirement Skipping another bill that needs to be paid Buy now, pay later Ignoring it. Can you budget for the unexpected?  Of course!  The easiest way to save $1,000 is to save $100 and do that 10 more times!  You can automate your savings so you don't even feel it.  You can give yourself a (small) reward for achieving your savings goals. Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com.

  3. Aug 6

    Debt Free Football Season

    Now that the World Cup is over, we can turn our attention to "American Football." The NFL Preseason kicks off on August 6, 2026, at the Hall of Fame Game - Carolina Panthers v. Arizona Cardinals. What are the hidden costs of football season? How can you tailgate without sacking your budget? What is the Fantasy Football trap? Do you bet on sports? What is your financial winning playbook? On this week's episode of the Crushing Debt Podcast, Shawn and George tackle all of these issues and more! Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com.

  4. Jul 30

    Teen Money Mindset

    How do you teach your kids about money? How do you teach your kids without it seeming like a chore? On this week's episode of the Crushing Debt Podcast, Shawn and George talk to Greg Junge about his book "Tenn Money Mindset: 8 Essential Money Skills They Don't Tech You in School." With a proven track record as a Four-Time Best-Selling Amazon Author, Real Estate Investor and entrepreneur, and Personal Development Enthusiast, Greg has made it his mission to empower individuals to unlock their full potential and achieve extraordinary success in all areas of life. Drawing upon his diverse experiences and entrepreneurial spirit, Greg's books serve as powerful guides for those seeking to transform their lives and realize their dreams. Covering a wide range of topics including creating successful habits, personal development, mindset mastery, goal achievement, and personal finance for teens, his insightful writings offer practical strategies and invaluable insights that resonate with readers of all ages and backgrounds. Passionate about empowering the next generation, Greg is dedicated to equipping teens and their parents with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive in an ever-changing world. Through his engaging writing style and relatable anecdotes, he inspires teens to take control of their financial future, cultivate healthy habits, and develop a mindset for success that will serve them for a lifetime. Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com

  5. Jul 23

    Avoiding Financial "Ruff" Spots

    What costs are involved in pet ownership? Shawn's late wife promised their son that they would buy a dog if he earned straight A's in school.  That happened in the last quarter of the 2025-2026 school year, so the Yesner Family welcomed Luka to the pack on the fourth of July. That came with some large and some small expenses, including: Vet bills Pet Insurance Training Toys, Food / Treats, and Supplies And others What expenses or costs are there that a new pet owner might not expect?  And how can you deal with the cost increase if you decide to get a new pet?  That's the discussion in this week's podcast episode! Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com.

  6. Jul 16

    Back To School Budgeting

    Although we're in summer, the start of school is just around the corner.  Are you ready? How do you get ready for school every year? Shawn has two kids - one in high school and one in middle school. George has one in college (and one who just graduated college). Some of the expenses you may incur for kids going back to school: Books Supplies Lunches Clothes / Uniforms Sports / Extracurricular Activities Electronics (computer, calculator) What hidden expenses are there that we have not mentioned? Where can you cut costs, like hand-me-downs, splitting supplies between kids, and taking advantage of sales tax holidays. Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com.

  7. Jul 9

    Money Habit World Cup

    Back in March (episode 507), we did a show about the "Sweet 16" worst money habits to see which was the worst for your wallet and budget.  We decided to bring that episode back, but with 16 new "bad" money habits based on a World Cup-style seeding. Group A: Everyday Leaks Subscription creep Food delivery apps Impulse buys ("just this once") Convenience store runs Group B: Big Ticket Traps Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) Car payment stretching (72–84 month loans) Lifestyle creep after a raise "It's an investment" purchases (boat, timeshare, unused home gym) Group C: Emotional Spending Revenge spending (stress/reward shopping) Retail therapy after a bad day Keeping up with social media lifestyles Guilt spending on kids/grandkids Group D: The Excuses "I'll start Monday" mentality "It's just one swipe" thinking No budget or tracking at all Balance transfer as a permanent fix instead of a plan Which money habit do you think will "win" (and by that, we mean which will be the worst?  This is all in good fun; the goal isn't perfection — managing money is genuinely hard, and just noticing a pattern is real progress. Do you agree with our analysis? Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com.

  8. Jul 2

    Why Paying Off Debt Won't Make You Rich

    Why will paying off debt not make you wealthy? What is the tax trap inside your debt payoff plan? What is the difference between being debt-free and financially free? Most business owners who end up in financial crisis did not get there because they failed to earn enough. They got there because nobody ever showed them how to keep what they earned. Revenue is not wealth, and that gap is where the real damage happens. This week's guest on the podcast is Rachid Barry, and for 11 years he has helped entrepreneurs and high-income professionals build financial systems that reduce cash leakage, resolve IRS debt, and create real alternatives before bankruptcy ever becomes the only option. Rachid works with business owners across the U.S. who are profitable on paper but structurally exposed, and that is a story your audience knows well.  You can reach Rachid at RBarry@rjmconsultant.us. Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt   To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach   To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com.

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Yesner Law is a boutique real estate law firm in Tampa, Florida, that helps our clients eliminate the financial bullies in their lives by providing options so they can live the lifestyle of their dreams. We help clients with real estate litigation, partition, quiet title, chapter 7 liquidation, chapter 13 reorganization, short sales, loan modifications, and creditor harassment.

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  • Creator
    Shawn M. Yesner
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2026
  • Episodes
    531
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