Techie Personal Finance Bootcamp
I help tech employees use their finances to create the life of their dreams by helping you take your financial confidence to the next level!Are you a tech employee who wants to learn how to better manage your finances?Working in tech you may experience extreme pay increases, which may allow you the ability to accomplish goals you've only dreamed of. However, if mismanaged, you can also find yourself stressed out and under pressure to increase your income in order to fit your lifestyle.The good news, is through education and a little bit of determination, you have the power to control your future and create your best life.Not only will we cover basic personal finance concepts, but we'll dive deep into tech specific benefits and issues that I regularly help my clients build strategies to maximize. (Examples: working for start ups, restricted stock units, stock options, and layoffs) Also, on a regular basis, I will have special guests that will highlight their stories with unique stories about their tech experiences.
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Should You Cash Out Your 401(k) Retirement Account? In this episode of Techie Personal Finance Bootcamp, we explore the critical question of whether you should withdraw from your 401k. We discuss common reasons for considering a withdrawal, such as emergencies and market fears, and highlight the financial downsides, in
Feeling like you"re stuck living paycheck to paycheck? 🤔 Join Lucas Casarez, tech financial planner, as he dives into the hidden financial wins you might be overlooking! Retirement Savings Welcome to Techie Personal Finance Bootcamp. Many of you might feel like you"re living paycheck to paycheck, not saving as much
Navigating Stock Market Volatility: Long-term Investment Strategies Explained In this episode of Techie Personal Finance Bootcamp, we discuss the current stock market volatility caused by recent tariff announcements and offer practical advice for maintaining a long-term investment approach. Learn why diversification is
In this video, the host explains why paychecks may be smaller in January 2025 compared to December 2024. The main reason is due to the resumption of Social Security deductions at the start of the year, which cease once annual income exceeds $176,100. This deduction affects high-income earners significantly, making the
In this episode of Techie Personal Finance Bootcamp, we explore the real value of bonuses, raises, and stock options with a focus on how taxes can greatly diminish their apparent worth. We delve into examples to reveal the true post-tax income you can expect. Additionally, we highlight common mistakes like lifestyle in
This episode delves into the financial issues tech professionals face, focusing on the challenge of managing credit card debt despite high incomes. It discusses how lifestyle creep, unexpected expenses, and high interest rates lead to debt accumulation. Emphasizing the importance of financial management, the danger o