How to Money Friday Flight - Tariff Turmoil, Winning So Much, & Border-Hopping for Bargains #1107
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Feb 27, 2026 A rapid roundup of tariff rulings and how unpredictable trade policy hits small businesses. Discussion of a new retirement-match proposal for workers without employer plans. Practical talk on home maintenance costs, DIY repairs, and timing the spring mortgage market. Strange tech headlines about AI after death, plus tips on medical tourism, grocery pantry planning, and smarter meat and seafood buys.
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Proposed $1K Match For Non-401k Savers
- A proposed new retirement match would give $1,000 for $2,000 saved in accounts similar to the TSP, benefiting self-employed and workers without 401(k)s.
- Matt and Joel caution it's a presidential proposal needing legislative buy-in but note Secure Act routes could make it feasible.
Save 1–2 Percent Of Home Value For Maintenance
- Budget 1–2% of your home's value annually for maintenance and surprise repairs to avoid being blindsided by big-ticket items.
- Joel gives an $800,000 example ($8,000–$16,000/year) and highlights roof and HVAC as cost drivers.
Joel Fixed A Long Leaking Drain Himself
- Joel repaired a long-leaking upstairs bathroom drain himself, replacing pipe with PVC and restoring shower use quickly.
- He emphasizes labor drives home repair costs and DIY can save substantial money versus hiring plumbers.