Wise Up With Your Money

Becky Eichorst

The Wise Up With Your Money Podcast is for families who want more peace, clarity, and confidence with their money. Because let’s be honest—most of us know how to earn a paycheck, but not how to actually manage it in a way that reflects what's important to you. I’m Becky, your financial coach, and I’m here to help you align your money with your values, build simple, practical systems, and give yourself grace along the way. WISE UP with me to stop feeling stressed and start using your money with intention.

  1. Apr 1

    #80: Direction Over Speed: Are You Actually Making Progress With Your Money?

    In this week's episode, we'll talk about two things you could focus on during your financial journey....BUT one is better than the other.  Should you be focusing on your financial direction?  or speed to achieve your financial goal?  So listen in on this episode to find out my answer on this AND you'll also hear more on: questions to ask yourself to make progress in your financial journey, what to do if you've stalled in making financial progress, AND 3 actions you can take to kickstart your money journey again! Check it out because you don't want to miss this! Rate, review, and follow on Apple podcasts at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wise-up-with-your-money/id1566900405?uo=4 . Leaving a review helps me continue to get these money-saving messages out there to families just like you looking to better your family's money future! Click here, scroll to the bottom, and tap "Write a Review" to get started. Thank you so much for listening to this week's episode. Be sure to tune in next week! 👉 Have a question about your money? MAKE TIME in your schedule, and go to https://www.familywisefinancialcoach.com/discovery-call schedule your free call! 🆓 If you don't know how to budget then go get my free quick start guide in the show notes that tells you HOW to create your first budget:  https://www.familywisefinancialcoach.com/quickstartguide Other resources I mentioned in this week's episode: Episode #33: Goal writing (https://www.familywisefinancialcoach.com/wiseupwithyourmoney/episode/3391e3fa/33-dont-aim-for-nothing-in-the-new-year) Episode #5: Do THIS to find extra money (https://www.familywisefinancialcoach.com/wiseupwithyourmoney/episode/314aa1ad/5-do-this-if-you-want-to-find-extra-money)

    18 min
  2. Mar 16

    #79: When Waiting Costs You More: The Hidden Price of Last-Minute Money Decisions

    Have you ever put off a purchase telling yourself, “We’ll deal with it next month”? And then suddenly… you have to buy it. A client of mine recently shared this exact story. They had been putting off buying a new mattress for years — even though their sleep, rest, and health were slowly being affected. Until one day they hit their limit. Pain, exhaustion, and frustration took over. They walked into the store with a number in mind… but walked out with a monthly payment and an awful feeling of guilt. It wasn’t reckless. It was reactive. And even though they could technically “make it work,” they didn’t walk away feeling relieved or proud. Instead, they felt the weight of another payment, a tighter budget, and less breathing room. Sound familiar? In this episode, I’m sharing their story and talking about something many families experience but rarely talk about — reactive spending. We’ll cover:• Why waiting too long to plan for purchases can backfire financially and emotionally• How reactive spending quietly sneaks up on even the most responsible families• Simple, practical steps you can take now so future purchases feel planned, peaceful, and guilt-free Because the goal isn’t just to buy what you need — it’s to feel confident, calm, and in control when you do. If you’ve ever delayed a purchase and then felt the pressure when it couldn’t wait any longer, this episode is for you. ------------------------ Rate, review, and follow on Apple podcasts at   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wise-up-with-your-money/id1566900405?uo=4. Leaving a review helps me continue to get these money-saving messages out there to families just like you looking to better your family's money future! Click here, scroll to the bottom, and tap "Write a Review" to get started. Thank you so much for listening to this week's episode. Be sure to tune in next week!   👉 Want more for your money? Then sign up with me for your FREE call here (https://www.familywisefinancialcoach.com/discovery-call) to get started!

    14 min
  3. Feb 9

    #78: Quick Fixes Won’t Fix Your Money (And What Actually Will)

    Ever find yourself tired, overwhelmed, and hoping this one thing will finally make everything better? In this episode, I share a very real (and very relatable) story about chasing a “quick fix” — including a $130 pillow that promised relief but didn’t deliver. From impulse purchases to debt shortcuts, we talk about why quick fixes feel so tempting when life and money feel heavy… and why they rarely lead to lasting change. Money struggles don’t happen overnight, and they usually can’t be fixed overnight either. Real financial peace is built over time through awareness, consistency, and a whole lot of grace. In this episode, we cover: Why quick fixes are so appealing when we’re tired and overwhelmed How years of money habits can’t be undone with one decision Common money “shortcuts” that don’t actually solve the root problem Simple awareness exercises to help you spot overspending patterns Gentle boundaries you can try around categories like eating out, Amazon, or Target Why your financial journey is a marathon, not a sprint If you’re ready to take action (without chasing another quick fix), start here: Pull up your last 30 days of bank or credit card statements Look for patterns without judgment Identify one or two overspending categories Try setting small, realistic boundaries and see how it feels And if even that feels overwhelming, you don’t have to do this alone. This is exactly what I help families with — building awareness, aligning money with values, and creating systems that actually work in real life. If you’re ready for support, reach out and let’s walk this journey togetherhttps://www.familywisefinancialcoach.com/discovery-call⁠ to schedule your free call! Because lasting change doesn’t come from shortcuts — it comes from intentional steps taken over time.

    14 min
  4. 10/26/2024

    #66: Financial Advisor or Financial Coach? Which one do you need?

    Depending on where you are at with your financial journey you may need a financial coach, a financial advisor, or you may even need both! But if you are not sure which one OR you didn't even know there was a difference, then you gotta listen to this week's episode! Because not only will you know who you need, but you'll also learn: the different kinds of Advisors out there what a financial coach can do for you what questions are asked during the initial meetings and more! So stop reading and start listening! Rate, review, and follow Apple podcasts at   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wise-up-with-your-money/id1566900405?uo=4. Leaving a review helps me continue to get these money-saving messages out there to families just like you looking to better your family's money future! Click here, scroll to the bottom, and tap "Write a Review" to get started. Thank you so much for listening to this week's episode. Be sure to tune in next week!   👉 Have a question about your money? MAKE TIME in your schedule, and go to   https://www.familywisefinancialcoach.com/discovery-call to schedule your free call!   🆓 If you don't know how to budget then go get my free quick start guide in the show notes that tells you HOW to create your first budget:  https://www.familywisefinancialcoach.com/quickstartguide     Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wise-up-with-your-money/id1566900405?uo=4 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/46wwGJNRdPggkY2KLO3Ekh My Website: https://www.familywisefinancialcoach.com/wiseupwithyourmoney

    24 min
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5 Ratings

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The Wise Up With Your Money Podcast is for families who want more peace, clarity, and confidence with their money. Because let’s be honest—most of us know how to earn a paycheck, but not how to actually manage it in a way that reflects what's important to you. I’m Becky, your financial coach, and I’m here to help you align your money with your values, build simple, practical systems, and give yourself grace along the way. WISE UP with me to stop feeling stressed and start using your money with intention.