Ready to take control of your finances and break free from the mental traps that sabotage your savings? In this episode of Dollars & Sense, hosts Joel Garris and Zach Keister share their expert advice on building stronger personal financial habits, including face-the-numbers budgeting and the power of automating savings. But they don't stop there—they dive deep into the surprising ways your mind can trick you through cognitive biases, revealing how illusions of control, hindsight, anchoring, and recency bias can derail even the best financial plans. 

From actionable tips like the 50/30/20 rule and crafting an emergency fund, to fascinating real-world stories of clients who overcame credit hurdles, this episode is packed with insights for listeners at every stage of their financial journey. Joel and Zach break down the psychology behind money decisions, offering easy-to-follow strategies to help you stay focused, avoid costly mistakes, and make the most of your hard-earned dollars. 

Curious about how to protect your investments, boost your financial confidence, and outsmart the common biases holding you back? Click to listen and empower yourself with the tools and wisdom to achieve lasting financial wellbeing—and maybe even learn how to make your favorite cocktail along the way! 

Practical strategies for strong money habits and psychological insights to transform your financial future

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Dollars & Sense with Joel Garris of Nelson Financial Planning is Central Florida's longest-running radio program. Joel is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER, a Certified Financial Fiduciary and a former corporate attorney who changes lives through successful planning.

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Practical strategies for strong money habits and psychological insights to transform your financial future

Nelson Financial Planning

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