<![CDATA[Financial Fitness]]>Mon, 16 Jan 2023 15:01:35 +0000Captivate.fmJerrod Myershttps://artwork.captivate.fm/9fa1c97c-c281-46c1-ac7b-e80414f6fe3a/Rm07xb6-1X4MLg-V9yvnB2Ax.pngFinancial FitnessJerrod MyersJerrod MyersFinancial Fitness is designed to keep you financially fit inside and out.https://www.financialfitnesspodcast.comnoepisodicEntrepreneurshipEntrepreneurshipFinancial fitness was back this week with special guest Alvin Watson. Next year there will be a few changes when it comes to taxes via personal and business. For those that operate with apps such as cash app for business purposes. You may want to consider the transactions sit down with a CPA. 

Entrepreneurship is slowly on the rise. Many people are taking opportunities to take their chance. 2020 leveled the play field we believe and have opportunities for many that took advantage of it. 

https://www.indexjournal.com/news/national/irs-would-track-all-bank-transactions-over-600-under-biden-plan-businesses-revolt/article_816dd6c9-312c-5d7b-8f1a-12343af3e75c.html

https://www.forbes.com/sites/michelatindera/2020/11/02/here-are-the-billionaires-spending-big-to-keep-lindsey-graham-in-the-senate/?sh=46e3f0c46a58

https://www.npr.org/2021/09/26/1040779728/pokemon-oreo-cookies-ebay-pikachu-mew


]]>Financial fitness was back this week with special guest Alvin Watson. Next year there will be a few changes when it comes to taxes via personal and business. For those that operate with apps such as cash app for business purposes. You may want to consider the transactions sit down with a CPA. 

Entrepreneurship is slowly on the rise. Many people are taking opportunities to take their chance. 2020 leveled the play field we believe and have opportunities for many that took advantage of it. 

https://www.indexjournal.com/news/national/irs-would-track-all-bank-transactions-over-600-under-biden-plan-businesses-revolt/article_816dd6c9-312c-5d7b-8f1a-12343af3e75c.html

https://www.forbes.com/sites/michelatindera/2020/11/02/here-are-the-billionaires-spending-big-to-keep-lindsey-graham-in-the-senate/?sh=46e3f0c46a58

https://www.npr.org/2021/09/26/1040779728/pokemon-oreo-cookies-ebay-pikachu-mew


]]>3d1ea1b6-27d7-4f0a-b6cc-771c15044a70Wed, 20 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -050028:06nofull37Jerrod MyersFinancial Check-inFinancial Check-inWhat's going on everyone,

Jerrod here with a quick financial check-in from your favorite financial advisor

]]>What's going on everyone,

Jerrod here with a quick financial check-in from your favorite financial advisor

]]>2dddc646-55b8-4ac2-af97-31e61df3bcefMon, 20 Sep 2021 09:00:00 -050006:19nofull36Jerrod MyersSurviving In The U.S.Surviving In The U.S.Could you survive on 30,000 dollars?

“ For single people living in the U.S., earning enough money to make ends meet looks different for each person. But location can play a major role, since the cost of housing, food, insurance and other necessities varies from place to place.”


https://apple.news/A847n7G3oTuGgRbEruF2aeg


On this episode of Financial Fitness, we discuss what it takes to survive in the US as a single person living on an average income between $30,000-$40,000. A CNBC article posted what it would take to survive. Take a listen as Kela and I discuss what it would take in order to survive in the US. 


#FinancialFitness

#budgetingtips

#income

#savemoney

#surviving 

@financialfitnessjm (IG)

]]>Could you survive on 30,000 dollars?

“ For single people living in the U.S., earning enough money to make ends meet looks different for each person. But location can play a major role, since the cost of housing, food, insurance and other necessities varies from place to place.”


https://apple.news/A847n7G3oTuGgRbEruF2aeg


On this episode of Financial Fitness, we discuss what it takes to survive in the US as a single person living on an average income between $30,000-$40,000. A CNBC article posted what it would take to survive. Take a listen as Kela and I discuss what it would take in order to survive in the US. 


#FinancialFitness

#budgetingtips

#income

#savemoney

#surviving 

@financialfitnessjm (IG)

]]>4a9b5fea-0a0e-42b9-826a-0be3a9ebbe72Wed, 18 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -050022:45nofull35Jerrod MyersBack to school readiness. pt 2Back to school readiness. pt 2On this episode, Kela and I wanted to take a deeper dive into this back to school season. Cutting cost, attending school drives, and focusing on your child’s mental health play a key role in your finances and preparing for the 2021-2022 school year.

]]>On this episode, Kela and I wanted to take a deeper dive into this back to school season. Cutting cost, attending school drives, and focusing on your child’s mental health play a key role in your finances and preparing for the 2021-2022 school year.

]]>9e830605-34e4-4b6f-8e28-396df022421aThu, 05 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -050025:49nofull34Jerrod MyersBack to school readinessBack to school readinessA nice brief episode on being prepared for going back to school.

The financial fitness way!

Here are some helpful links

https://www.thepennyhoarder.com/budgeting/back-to-school-budgeting/

https://www.passionforsavings.com/back-to-school/

]]>A nice brief episode on being prepared for going back to school.

The financial fitness way!

Here are some helpful links

https://www.thepennyhoarder.com/budgeting/back-to-school-budgeting/

https://www.passionforsavings.com/back-to-school/

]]>451d83c8-24a1-4cab-96c4-6a22753964dcWed, 28 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -050006:12nofull33Jerrod MyersBlockchain TechnologyBlockchain Technology We were able to sit down with crypto investor and entrepreneur, Brayden Reince.

In this episode we took a dive into the similarities that blockchain in a way mimics regular banking transactions. Over time blockchain looks to remove the middle man, but how? Listen in as we discuss why decentralized currency is slowly taking over as people take part in the digital age.

Of course everything is subject to be hacked However, protection and encryption is key to the success of these coins. As well as keeping your digital wallet safe.

Catch part 1 as look to dive further into the future of blockchain technology.

]]> We were able to sit down with crypto investor and entrepreneur, Brayden Reince.

In this episode we took a dive into the similarities that blockchain in a way mimics regular banking transactions. Over time blockchain looks to remove the middle man, but how? Listen in as we discuss why decentralized currency is slowly taking over as people take part in the digital age.

Of course everything is subject to be hacked However, protection and encryption is key to the success of these coins. As well as keeping your digital wallet safe.

Catch part 1 as look to dive further into the future of blockchain technology.

]]>300e7070-c6df-432d-bf84-f47ab37e622cWed, 14 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -050032:24nofull32Jerrod MyersBanking On YourselfBanking On YourselfMs. Kela and I want advise our family and friends to empower yourself buy banking on yourself. Our topic will be covering how to financially structure your life to help you down the line

]]>Ms. Kela and I want advise our family and friends to empower yourself buy banking on yourself. Our topic will be covering how to financially structure your life to help you down the line

]]>8026a072-c4df-4622-a545-d8b357fc1e89Wed, 16 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -050020:58nofull31Jerrod MyersReasons Behind Pandemic PricesReasons Behind Pandemic PricesReasons Behind Pandemic Prices. Hosted by Jerrod Myers and Kela Allen with special guest Chandler Ardis.

]]>Reasons Behind Pandemic Prices. Hosted by Jerrod Myers and Kela Allen with special guest Chandler Ardis.

]]>d94cdfd0-8fc9-4893-a9c2-fd9a470a750bMon, 07 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -050022:15nofull30Jerrod MyersSmart MoneySmart MoneyHey fellow listeners,

Tune into this weeks show as Kela and I discuss and advise the many ways to invest your money in our current economical state.

]]>Hey fellow listeners,

Tune into this weeks show as Kela and I discuss and advise the many ways to invest your money in our current economical state.

]]>83bfabc7-4e31-4dd9-b425-d3630db02e0bMon, 24 May 2021 00:00:00 -050027:20nofull29Jerrod MyersSmart Women Smart MoneySmart Women Smart MoneyGreat show with Host Jerrod Myers and Kela Allen " Smart Women Smart Money "

]]>Great show with Host Jerrod Myers and Kela Allen " Smart Women Smart Money "

]]>e5e3b725-dd92-4b09-94e3-35417dc0b404Tue, 27 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -050032:40nofull28Jerrod MyersRebuilding After The PandemicRebuilding After The PandemicToday’s show focused on what re-building will look like after the pandemic. We gave opinions from the perspective of the personal and business side. The importance of having a plan and a goal to achieve your financial freedom must start with the ability to save. Tune in to this episode as we discuss long term and short term plans for re- building in the pandemic.

]]>Today’s show focused on what re-building will look like after the pandemic. We gave opinions from the perspective of the personal and business side. The importance of having a plan and a goal to achieve your financial freedom must start with the ability to save. Tune in to this episode as we discuss long term and short term plans for re- building in the pandemic.

]]>8bc26e40-f88a-4235-87bc-05f3aee90debMon, 12 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -050024:14nofull27Jerrod MyersChecks and BalancesChecks and BalancesChecks and Balances with Host and Co-Host Jerrod Myers and Kela Allen

On this episode, we dove into a conversation about checking the boxes when it comes too investing. Identify targeted goals, consistency in showing growth in your accounts, and overall becoming financially fit i the process. It's not about how you start, but on your financial journey, it's certainly about how you end. It's important to check and balance your portfolio, savings, and budget. 

]]>Checks and Balances with Host and Co-Host Jerrod Myers and Kela Allen

On this episode, we dove into a conversation about checking the boxes when it comes too investing. Identify targeted goals, consistency in showing growth in your accounts, and overall becoming financially fit i the process. It's not about how you start, but on your financial journey, it's certainly about how you end. It's important to check and balance your portfolio, savings, and budget. 

]]>310d0fda-7f25-4264-b878-3b0df4c691fcWed, 07 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -050021:11nofull26Jerrod MyersSpend, Save or Invest?Spend, Save or Invest?Spend, Save or Invest?

]]>Spend, Save or Invest?

]]>e4db3ed0-fb72-4707-95da-8ed34b07b456Thu, 25 Mar 2021 09:00:00 -050022:57nofull25Jerrod MyersShrinking The Wealth Gap : with Co-Host Kela AllenShrinking The Wealth Gap : with Co-Host Kela AllenThis episode featured our topic of establishing business credit. The PPP and the SBA have granted number numerous opportunities to build business credit. However, did you know there are other benefits to keeping your credit going for the Small Businesses

Tune in and watch us breakdown common practices of getting into helping your small business. 

]]>This episode featured our topic of establishing business credit. The PPP and the SBA have granted number numerous opportunities to build business credit. However, did you know there are other benefits to keeping your credit going for the Small Businesses

Tune in and watch us breakdown common practices of getting into helping your small business. 

]]>d3fc0405-09c3-4f9c-ad7b-b87b75a8e7b2Sat, 13 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -050024:55nofull24Jerrod MyersPPP and SBA Loan What you need to knowPPP and SBA Loan What you need to knowGuest: Kela Allen FCM and Chandler Ardis CUCM

SBA and PPP

What you need to know.

On this episode of financial fitness our guest or currently work in financial centers will explain the process of SBA and PPP

Discuss what’s forgivable and what’s taxable 

Discuss how different businesses will need to evaluate which Loan is best for them. 

]]>Guest: Kela Allen FCM and Chandler Ardis CUCM

SBA and PPP

What you need to know.

On this episode of financial fitness our guest or currently work in financial centers will explain the process of SBA and PPP

Discuss what’s forgivable and what’s taxable 

Discuss how different businesses will need to evaluate which Loan is best for them. 

]]>401ac5e1-f815-4b91-ba88-7b6fef9606c8Wed, 27 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -050021:14nofull23Jerrod MyersMaintaining and Creating Business During Covid19Maintaining and Creating Business During Covid19Great conversation with Alvin Watson, Founder and Executive Producer of OldFashion Health Network, discussing Maintaining and Creating Business During Covid19

]]>Great conversation with Alvin Watson, Founder and Executive Producer of OldFashion Health Network, discussing Maintaining and Creating Business During Covid19

]]>6c24da13-be79-4ffd-b141-4e0264651510Mon, 14 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -050020:58nofull22Jerrod MyersLife Hack For The HolidayLife Hack For The HolidayOn this episode we take a look at the opportunities to help small businesses this holiday season. We've attached the link  Earn $1000 for shopping at small business.

Atlanta journal constitute- why this holiday may show a k Shaped recovery?

2020 has taken a toll on everyone. Some this holiday season maybe looking for help elsewhere through shelters or other means of support. We dive into the facts on this episode

www.lifehacker.com

]]>On this episode we take a look at the opportunities to help small businesses this holiday season. We've attached the link  Earn $1000 for shopping at small business.

Atlanta journal constitute- why this holiday may show a k Shaped recovery?

2020 has taken a toll on everyone. Some this holiday season maybe looking for help elsewhere through shelters or other means of support. We dive into the facts on this episode

www.lifehacker.com

]]>0ff02c21-9524-4d7d-b112-d7bd443c3103Sun, 29 Nov 2020 09:00:00 -050005:25nofull21Jerrod MyersFinancial LiteracyFinancial LiteracyFinancial Literacy:

https://www.worth.com/an-inside-look-at-the-financial-literacy-pandemic/

https://services.businesswire.com/cookie-policy

]]>Financial Literacy:

https://www.worth.com/an-inside-look-at-the-financial-literacy-pandemic/

https://services.businesswire.com/cookie-policy

]]>b608237e-018b-491a-9e2a-f7f1bbd64cd9Thu, 05 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -050003:44nofull20Jerrod MyersPPP Loan ForgivenessPPP Loan Forgivenesswww.Aprio.com is a PPP Loan forgiveness assistance if they choose not to get a tax advisor.

https://www.sba.gov/sites/default/files/2020-05/3245-0407%20SBA%20Form%203508%20PPP%20Forgiveness%20Application.pdf

]]>www.Aprio.com is a PPP Loan forgiveness assistance if they choose not to get a tax advisor.

https://www.sba.gov/sites/default/files/2020-05/3245-0407%20SBA%20Form%203508%20PPP%20Forgiveness%20Application.pdf

]]>e5168019-075c-4753-a7a7-58a0f853ee02Fri, 09 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -050003:31nofull19Jerrod MyersPayroll Tax CutPayroll Tax CutTrump's Payroll Tax Cuts

]]>Trump's Payroll Tax Cuts

]]>ff8e89b8-b487-4250-b5a9-4cc60f85d094Tue, 22 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -050004:55nofull18Jerrod MyersSaxy StocksSaxy StocksJerrod interviews host of Saxy Stocks Show, Saxophone player Isaiah Tatum

]]>Jerrod interviews host of Saxy Stocks Show, Saxophone player Isaiah Tatum

]]>1ffe24cf-96ca-447d-bc29-fa2f99a62c3bMon, 07 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -050007:04nofull17Jerrod MyersThe rising trends of business and stocksThe rising trends of business and stocks2020 has been a growth year not only in the stock market, but the rise of business both small and self employed. During this episode we explain what trends are rising and how they evolved from January to August

]]>2020 has been a growth year not only in the stock market, but the rise of business both small and self employed. During this episode we explain what trends are rising and how they evolved from January to August

]]>f7b8c9f5-6834-4b0b-9c93-029881afefaeTue, 01 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -050003:26nofull16Jerrod MyersThe Blockchain Cryptocurrency EthereumThe Blockchain Cryptocurrency EthereumThe actual use for the purpose of currency and why you may understand it in a different light.  

]]>The actual use for the purpose of currency and why you may understand it in a different light.  

]]>723add1b-d371-48de-a6c8-c585041fe7e4Mon, 24 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -050004:55nofull15Jerrod MyersJuly's UpdateJuly's UpdateQuestions are arising concerning unemployment stimulus, and the feds. On this episode we drive right in to tackle each subject

]]>Questions are arising concerning unemployment stimulus, and the feds. On this episode we drive right in to tackle each subject

]]>3c8f4634-cf2d-4534-a889-0d21925327c3Wed, 22 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -050008:14nofull14Jerrod MyersA Look ahead in the month of JulyA Look ahead in the month of JulyJuly is poised to play as pivotal month regarding the economy. With unemployment insurance coming to an end on the 31st. We'll also keep a look out on the Feds as they look to meet on the 28th and 29th to discuss the economy along with potential adjustments to rates.

]]>July is poised to play as pivotal month regarding the economy. With unemployment insurance coming to an end on the 31st. We'll also keep a look out on the Feds as they look to meet on the 28th and 29th to discuss the economy along with potential adjustments to rates.

]]>811f6dfd-4c3d-4c91-bd75-b0c288e3ed21Mon, 06 Jul 2020 09:00:00 -050005:38nofull13Jerrod MyersThinking about touching your 401K ?Thinking about touching your 401K ?Over the last few months many people have been severely impacted by COVID-19 with little to no funds in an emergency savings. Many are tempted to turn to their 401K

]]>Over the last few months many people have been severely impacted by COVID-19 with little to no funds in an emergency savings. Many are tempted to turn to their 401K

]]>21616627-4dd7-491b-876c-97e906951786Thu, 25 Jun 2020 09:00:00 -050007:21nofull12Jerrod MyersPayment Protection ProgramPayment Protection ProgramIn this episode I will be discussing recent changes to PPP Payment Protection Program >impacting small business

]]>In this episode I will be discussing recent changes to PPP Payment Protection Program >impacting small business

]]>99707998-51ab-4bd4-82aa-02ebf7e5f1a4Mon, 08 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -050006:29nofull11Jerrod MyersHow Is Unemployment Effecting UsHow Is Unemployment Effecting UsHow is unemployment Effecting us? E.B. Martin and Callop Hampton

]]>How is unemployment Effecting us? E.B. Martin and Callop Hampton

]]>902c03fd-bae6-495b-9f8c-c8cb83d76ff4Tue, 19 May 2020 00:00:00 -050027:46nofull10Jerrod MyersFounders of CarlypsoFounders of Carlypso"Amazing interview with Founders of Carlypso Nicholas and Christopher, now working on their auto loan refinancing startup."


]]>"Amazing interview with Founders of Carlypso Nicholas and Christopher, now working on their auto loan refinancing startup."


]]>9f61535c-8608-4a36-9318-c6759fa919ecMon, 11 May 2020 00:00:00 -050042:29nofull9Jerrod MyersTech IndustryTech IndustryTech Industry growth and what it is doing during the COVID-19 Pandemic

]]>Tech Industry growth and what it is doing during the COVID-19 Pandemic

]]>ee25e7fd-9f6d-4db0-9146-6a99c081c9d5Fri, 01 May 2020 00:00:00 -050007:58nofull28Jerrod MyersLiquidityLiquidityLiquidity During COVID19

]]>Liquidity During COVID19

]]>3a6f4dba-6fa1-4b46-b65e-883dc3fbf866Thu, 16 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -050007:58nofull27Jerrod MyersFinancial Impact CrisisFinancial Impact CrisisFinancial Impact Crisis

]]>Financial Impact Crisis

]]>775a9b61-077a-4f5f-be32-b3aa76e8f819Thu, 09 Apr 2020 04:53:00 -050007:19nofull26Jerrod MyersCOVID-19 Financial Impact and BenefitsCOVID-19 Financial Impact and BenefitsImpact of Covid-19 and Benefits

]]>Impact of Covid-19 and Benefits

]]>8997c732-9f1a-490b-9f75-3662afa8a97bThu, 26 Mar 2020 09:00:00 -050005:51nofull25OldFashion Health NetworkMedical Benefits That PaysMedical Benefits That PaysMedical Benefits that puts money in your pockets

]]>Medical Benefits that puts money in your pockets

]]>d7248b5d-576d-49b6-bb1a-6465d02816bcSun, 01 Mar 2020 09:00:00 -050005:09nofull24OldFashion Health NetworkEmergency FundsEmergency FundsThe importance of Emergency Funds

]]>The importance of Emergency Funds

]]>9cd56214-e99b-41ee-af6b-7aacecf832b6Mon, 24 Feb 2020 09:00:00 -050005:32nofull13OldFashion Health NetworkShaping Your Financial FutureShaping Your Financial FutureThe Importance of shaping your financial future

]]>The Importance of shaping your financial future

]]>d40f6dfa-6d49-4fab-8b01-88d241af3fb6Wed, 05 Feb 2020 03:00:00 -050006:21nofull22OldFashion Health NetworkHonoring Black History MonthHonoring Black History MonthFirst Ever Black Own Bank

]]>First Ever Black Own Bank

]]>32570cd3-0779-4552-90c3-cb0aa9f6d361Wed, 01 Jan 2020 15:00:00 -050002:38nofull22OldFashion Health NetworkIntro to 2020Intro to 2020Introduction to new season 2020

]]>Introduction to new season 2020

]]>0866b25c-0086-437d-a869-f0a1e180408eWed, 01 Jan 2020 03:00:00 -050001:22nofull1OldFashion Health Network