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Mar 19, 2026 • 7min

I'm Illegally Living In My Work Building

⁠💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!⁠ Next Steps: 📞 Have a question for the show? Call 888-825-5225 weekdays from 2–5 p.m. ET or⁠ send us an email⁠. Connect with our Sponsors: Get 10% off your first month of ⁠BetterHelp⁠. Go to ⁠Boost Mobile⁠ to switch today! If you want your car to keep going and going, trust ⁠Christian Brothers Automotive⁠. Find a local shop and get an exclusive Ramsey discount of 10% (up to $250) off. Learn more about⁠ Christian Healthcare Ministries⁠ Get started today with ⁠Churchill Mortgage⁠. Get 20% off when you join ⁠DeleteMe⁠. Get started with ⁠YRefy⁠ or call 844-2-RAMSEY Visit⁠ Zander Insurance⁠ or call 1-800-356-4282 for your free instant quote today!  Explore more from Ramsey Network: 🎙️ ⁠The Ramsey Show⁠   🧠 ⁠The Dr. John Delony Show⁠ 🍸 ⁠Smart Money Happy Hour⁠ 💡⁠ The Rachel Cruze Show⁠ 💰 ⁠George Kamel⁠ ⁠🪑 Front Row Seat with Ken Coleman⁠ 📈 ⁠EntreLeadership⁠ ⁠Ramsey Solutions Privacy Policy⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Mar 19, 2026 • 10min

I Owe $40,000 On A $27,000 Car!

⁠💵 Start your free budget today. Download the EveryDollar app!⁠ Next Steps: 📞 Have a question for the show? Call 888-825-5225 weekdays from 2–5 p.m. ET or⁠ send us an email⁠. Connect with our Sponsors: Get 10% off your first month of ⁠BetterHelp⁠. Go to ⁠Boost Mobile⁠ to switch today! If you want your car to keep going and going, trust ⁠Christian Brothers Automotive⁠. Find a local shop and get an exclusive Ramsey discount of 10% (up to $250) off. Learn more about⁠ Christian Healthcare Ministries⁠ Get started today with ⁠Churchill Mortgage⁠. Get 20% off when you join ⁠DeleteMe⁠. Get started with ⁠YRefy⁠ or call 844-2-RAMSEY Visit⁠ Zander Insurance⁠ or call 1-800-356-4282 for your free instant quote today!  Explore more from Ramsey Network: 🎙️ ⁠The Ramsey Show⁠   🧠 ⁠The Dr. John Delony Show⁠ 🍸 ⁠Smart Money Happy Hour⁠ 💡⁠ The Rachel Cruze Show⁠ 💰 ⁠George Kamel⁠ ⁠🪑 Front Row Seat with Ken Coleman⁠ 📈 ⁠EntreLeadership⁠ ⁠Ramsey Solutions Privacy Policy⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Mar 18, 2026 • 7min

Build a House for My Kids Since They Can't Afford One?

Caller, a ministry worker seeking housing for adult children, explains assets and loan ideas. The conversation covers borrowing against car or house, why cash might be safer, risks of collateral, and whether building creates dependency. They discuss alternatives like a one-time gift and planning for long-term independence.
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Mar 18, 2026 • 10min

I'm 54 With No Retirement And Only Make $16 An Hour

A 54-year-old's scramble to cover bills on $16/hour pay. The call details mounting medical and car debt plus a large mortgage. Strategies for handling collections, cutting costs, and checking life insurance are explored. The conversation zooms in on finding extra monthly cash and the urgent need to raise core income.
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Mar 17, 2026 • 10min

I Just Discovered My Wife's $25,000 Secret Debt

Caller George, a married man who found his wife's undisclosed $25,000+ credit card debt, shares their money setup and tensions. They discuss reasons for secrecy and the idea of financial infidelity. Conversations cover examining charges, combining finances, rebuilding trust, and using a debt-payoff plan to regain control.
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Mar 17, 2026 • 6min

My Parents Want Me To Pay Off Their House Because I Have a Good Job

Tony, a recent grad now working as a machine learning consultant making six figures, calls in about family pressure to cover parents' debts. He describes being asked to pay for cars and other expenses after his raise. Conversation focuses on timing, cultural expectations, setting boundaries, moving out, and standing firm against manipulation.
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Mar 16, 2026 • 10min

I Want My Daughter To Split Her Inheritance With Me

Elaine, a caller navigating a surprising family trust that would skip her and go to her daughter, shares personal finances and worries about fairness. The conversation covers the trust’s rules and family dynamics. Practical alternatives include life insurance, boosting retirement savings, and options like downsizing later. The tone is practical and focused on securing Elaine’s financial future without confronting family.
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Mar 16, 2026 • 9min

We Make $200,000 And We’re Still Broke

Jessica, a caller with a high household income who found herself buried in consumer debt and surprise IRS bills, shares her financial mess and resolve. She reveals a $137K in consumer debt, a late $47K tax bill plus more owed, no retirement savings, and a plan to throw $6,000 monthly at payoff. Conversation covers aggressive payoff timelines, selling assets, extra work, consolidation, and setting family boundaries.
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Mar 15, 2026 • 9min

I Have To Ask My Fiancé Anytime I Need Money

Jennifer, a stay-at-home mom who has spent years without access to family bank accounts, shares her struggle for financial independence. The conversation spotlights financial control and potential legal options. Practical next steps and support networks are discussed. Short, urgent planning and rebuilding personal finances are central themes.
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Mar 15, 2026 • 9min

Is It Too Late For Me To Be A Millionaire? (I'm 42 and Live Paycheck-to-Paycheck)

A caller shares juggling three jobs, heavy debt and a costly car lease. Conversation digs into family caregiving, no savings, and why budgeting keeps failing. They map a debt-payoff sprint with a $3,000+ monthly target and tools for paycheck planning. The roadmap includes building a buffer, stopping overdrafts, and investing a steady percent to reach long-term wealth.

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