The Catholic Money Show from WalletWin

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2,000 years of wisdom for your finances. WalletWin Founders Jonathan and Amanda Teixeira put the personal back in personal finance as they explore the intersection of faith and finance and help Catholics get out of debt, build wealth, and change the world through generosity. (And have fun doing it.)

  1. 5d ago

    The Real Cost of Homeschooling—and How Families Make It Work

    In this special episode, Amanda Teixeira joins Kaitlin Zara on the Homeschool Connections Podcast to talk honestly about the real cost of homeschooling—and how families can make it work without drowning in stress or debt. As a Catholic financial coach and homeschooling mom, Amanda shares practical strategies for families trying to homeschool faithfully in today’s economy. She talks about the financial pressure many homeschool families are facing, especially with inflation, rising grocery costs, curriculum expenses, co-ops, activities, and the reality of living on one income or reduced income. Amanda also shares practical ways families can create more breathing room in the budget, including monthly budgeting, bulk buying, batch cooking and being intentional about where homeschool spending fits within the larger family budget to approach homeschooling with prudence, discernment, financial unity in marriage, and trust in God’s will for families in this season.

    41 min

  2. May 27

    How to Send Your Kids to College Without Going Broke

    In this special episode, Jonathan Teixeira joins John Morales on Relevant Radio’s Morning Air to discuss how Catholic families can prepare for college costs without going broke. Jonathan breaks down the real cost of college beyond tuition, including room and board, books, travel, and hidden expenses. He also shares practical ways families can lower costs, including community college, in-state schools, trade programs, FAFSA, scholarships, and honest conversations about what parents can truly afford. Jonathan reminds parents that supporting their children does not always mean paying for everything. Sometimes the greatest help parents can offer is wisdom, guidance, and prudent decision-making rooted in faith. For more help bringing peace and clarity to your family’s finances, check out The Catholic Money Academy at walletwin.com/academy.

    13 min

  3. May 20

    Tax Refunds, Stocking Up, and Spending with Prudence

    Are you treating your tax refund like “free money,” or like the hard-earned money God has entrusted to your family? In this special episode, Amanda and Jonathan Teixeira of WalletWin join Timmerie on Relevant Radio to discuss how Catholic families can navigate tax refunds, rising costs, supply chain concerns, and everyday money decisions with prudence instead of panic. Together, they unpack why a tax refund is not a bonus from the government, but money you already earned, and how to use it wisely through budgeting, debt payoff, emergency savings, generosity, and family priorities. They also discuss how Catholics can think about stocking up, preparing for uncertain financial times, and caring for their families without falling into fear or hoarding. Amanda and Jonathan also answer listener questions about buying a car while living paycheck to paycheck, whether young couples need a financial planner, how much rent is too much, budgeting as a married couple, and starting a Roth IRA. The episode also includes a personal update from the Teixeiras on welcoming their fifth child through adoption and the role of faith, openness to life, and St. Joseph’s example in their family story. 📌 In this episode: Why your tax refund is not “free money”How to budget your tax refund wiselyWhen to pay off debt vs. build emergency savingsHow to adjust tax withholdings for the futureCatholic prudence during rising costs and supply chain concernsStocking up without panic or hoardingBuying a car while living paycheck to paycheckBudgeting as a married coupleHow much rent should cost compared to incomeRoth IRA basics for young adultsAmanda and Jonathan’s adoption update Learn more about WalletWin at www.WalletWin.com.

    50 min

  4. May 12

    Moral Investing: How Catholics Differ from Dave Ramsey

    Join Jonathan and Amanda as they examine the differences between a Catholic and Protestant worldview when it comes to the morals of investing. Thank you to the Catholic Financial Planners Network for sponsoring this episode. You can learn more about CFPN advisors at ⁠⁠⁠CatholicFinancialPlanners.com⁠⁠⁠ Form your Catholic understanding of money by joining Catholic Money Academy at ⁠WalletWin.com/academy⁠ Link to Original Dave video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fq1-NSUfhso Music in this episode is by Dylan Gardner – ⁠⁠⁠check out his album Almost Real⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠iTunes⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠, or wherever you listen to great music.

    48 min

  5. May 6

    How WalletWin is Different from Dave Ramsey

    One of the questions we get asked the most is: How is WalletWin Different from Dave Ramsey? In this episode we begin to answer that question through the lens of the Catholic faith. They share why money decisions are never just practical for Catholics. They are tied to vocation, family life, generosity, stewardship, and our call to help build the Kingdom of God. This conversation covers a few key areas where a Catholic worldview can shape financial decisions differently, including term life insurance, education and schooling choices, and tithing. From openness to life to parents’ responsibility as the primary educators of their children, Jonathan and Amanda show how Catholic teaching gives families a deeper framework for discernment. Curious about how a Catholic approach differs from Dave on a particular topic? ⁠⁠Send an email to email@walletwin.com⁠⁠ (but Dave somewhere in the Subject line) or ⁠⁠send us a voicemail at WalletWin.com/voicemail⁠⁠ Thank you to the Catholic Financial Planners Network for sponsoring this episode. You can learn more about CFPN advisors at ⁠⁠CatholicFinancialPlanners.com⁠⁠ Music in this episode is by Dylan Gardner – ⁠⁠⁠⁠check out his album Almost Real⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠iTunes⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠, or wherever you listen to great music.

    43 min
  6. A Catholic Understanding of Wealth - Something Dave Ramsey Just Doesn't Understand

    Apr 28

    A Catholic Understanding of Wealth - Something Dave Ramsey Just Doesn't Understand

    What does the Church teach about building wealth? We dive into nearly 2,000 years of Scripture, Church teaching, Encyclicals, and lives of the Saints to find out. What we might might surprise you - and it would certainly catch Dave Ramsey off guard. Thank you to this episode's sponsor: The Catholic Financial Planners Network. Find a great financial planner today at ⁠https://CatholicFinancialPlanners.com⁠ Want to build a greater understanding of a Catholic approach to handling your money? Start your free trial of The Catholic Money Academy today at ⁠CatholicMoneyAcademy.com⁠ Music in this episode is by Dylan Gardner – ⁠⁠⁠check out his album Almost Real⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠iTunes⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠, or wherever you listen to great music.

    52 min

  7. Apr 21

    Is Dave Ramsey Wrong About Credit Cards?

    We’re sharing this replay as we get ready to record fresh new episodes for you, stay tuned! Dave Ramsey says credit cards are evil—cut them up and never look back. But is he right? Are credit cards truly a financial disaster, or can they be used responsibly without wrecking your budget (or conscience)? In this episode, we break down: 🟢 Dave Ramsey’s arguments against credit cards 🟢 Why most people overspend with plastic 💳 🟢 When using credit cards makes sense—and when to avoid them 🟢 How to improve your credit score (even without debt) 🎧 Listen now and decide for yourself! Resources Mentioned in This Episode: 🔗 Protect your family online with Covenant Eyes ➝ ⁠WalletWin.com/ce 🔗 Need a better budget? Get our Catholic Budget Guide ➝ ⁠CatholicBudgetGuide.com⁠ 💬 What do you think? Are credit cards a helpful tool or too risky to use? Comment below or send us a message. If this episode helped you, share it with a friend and leave a 5-star review! Music in this episode is by Dylan Gardner – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠check out his album Almost Real⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠iTunes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or wherever you listen to great music.

    35 min
  8. Adoption Tell-All: Everything Went Wrong. Nothing Was an Accident.

    Apr 7

    Adoption Tell-All: Everything Went Wrong. Nothing Was an Accident.

    We were supposed to be home in two days. That's what we thought when Amanda flew alone to Austin, Texas to meet our brand-new son — four pounds, three ounces, and so tiny it took your breath away. Jonathan stayed back in Omaha with a sick kid and a house to hold together. It was supposed to be a quick NICU stay. Feed and grow. Home by the weekend. It was anything but. In this episode, we're telling the whole story — the adoption tell-all our community has been waiting for. We're talking about the email that came on our other son's birthday and what it felt like when we both just knew. We're talking about the NICU honeymoon that turned into a medical emergency. We're talking about the flight out of Omaha that should have already left — and somehow wasn't gone yet. We're talking about walking into a Maronite Catholic church across the street from a children's hospital and hearing a priest say our son's name out loud before the Liturgy. We're talking about the moment it became impossible to believe any of this was accidental. This one doesn't have a lot of financial teaching in it. That's okay. Sometimes a story is just a story — and this one is one of the best ones we've ever lived. Peter is home. He is loved. And God had His hands on every single detail. This episode is brought to you by the WalletWin Spring Bundle of Joy — the Catholic Money Academy, WalletWin Kids Courses, and the MoneyTogether Couples Workshop, all bundled together for one special price. Because you've blessed us, and we want to bless you back. Sign up before Thursday night to snag your own Bundle of Joy at WalletWin.com/peter

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2,000 years of wisdom for your finances. WalletWin Founders Jonathan and Amanda Teixeira put the personal back in personal finance as they explore the intersection of faith and finance and help Catholics get out of debt, build wealth, and change the world through generosity. (And have fun doing it.)

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