Hope In The Middle Podcast

The Hope in the Middle Podcast with Pastor Alan McGrath - messages of encouragement to help us live in the joy for which we were created.  Find more at hopeinthemiddle.com. Notes: Not all, but some of this information can also be found in Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University Class.  Go online to find a class near you.  These tips are about JOY, not getting rich. #1 - Set a budget (and have patience in the process) #2 - Build an emergency fund #3 - Don't lend money to friends and family (if desired, just give it to them) #4 - Use cash #5 - Use a set aside account (pay the annual bills on a monthly basis) #6 - 24 Hour Rule - when you feel the adrenaline rushing, go home and sleep on it #7 - Major Surgery - some may need to make big decisions to find financial freedom #8 - Give #9 - Find a financial mentor (maybe a financial adviser)