192. “We spend 98% of what we make—Where is it all going?”

192. “We spend 98% of what we make—Where is i...

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257. "We really want a house - but have $0 in savings"

Molly and Jason are 45 and 46, living together with a 2-year-old daughter. They earn $142,000 a year combined. They have $0 in savings, $46,000 in debt, and a net worth of just $4,842. They dream of buying a house, investing in real estate, and retiring early. But when Ramit open ...  Show more

256. "We moved abroad for fun. Now we can’t afford to leave"

Liza and Bradford earn $120,000 a year as expats in Colombia, South America. They have three kids, $273,000 in net worth, and by the standards of expat life, they live well. But they have $1,500 in savings, no savings rate, and a line of credit they treat like a rainy day fund. A ...  Show more

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