Welcome to Catholic Money Talk where we talk about all things money and finance. Many times we look at financial decisions and money matters in a vacuum. But here we try to look at these same items through a Catholic lens. If God made us to know him, love him, and serve him in this life so that we can be happy forever with him in the next, we need to determine how we can know, love, and serve him with our finances. We tackle topics like debt, home buying and other large purchases, insurance, ...
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Episode 62 - How to live below your means
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This is a replay of episode 9. After my last few episodes, I thought offering an episode bringing people back to the basics would serve as a reminder to long-time listeners and a great starter for any new listeners. We might have heard the phrase "live below your means". But how do we do that? Why do we do that? There are Four main elements to livi…
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There is freedom, joy, and peace when we are detached from our money and possessions. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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Wether we are driving down the road, figuring out a financial situation, or dealing with anything else in life, how do we know when we need to turn around and change course? Let's talk about it. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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The Lord is Faithful! He is faithful all the time in every situation. How can we remember that and trust him when times are tough? Let's talk about it. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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Episode 58 - Prayerfully Discerning your Options
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Last Episode we discussed creating options. Today we discuss how to prayerfully discern which option to choose. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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Different situations in life require us to make a decision. But how do we create options that will move us toward our goals? Let's talk about it. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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Episode 56 - Identify and Avoid Scams
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In order to be good stewards of what the Lord has blessed us with, we need to be aware and watchful. There are several scams that we can fall victim to if we don't know how to identify and avoid them. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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Episode 55 - Dave and Judy Touhill, Part Two
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Part Two: I finish my discussion with Dave and Judy Touhill. We discuss the important areas of life and how to engage our children as they mature, especially as they approach marriage. There are three stages of parenting. Stage 1 - Raising children Stage 2 - Giving advice Stage 3 - Living as brothers and sisters in the Lord with our adult children …
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Episode 54 - Dave and Judy Touhill, Part One
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Part One: Dave and Judy Touhill join me to discuss raising children into adulthood. We discuss three important areas of life: The Lord Christian Character The Practicals Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money Talk
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Episode 53 - Identity Theft Protection
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Identity Theft Protection is an important part of your financial plan. Listen as I explain why you need it and how it works. Message me through the "Get in touch with Paul" link if you have specific questions. God bless. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money Talk…
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We might think we need to start budgeting or up our financial game when we are going through a life event, or some major transition. No, we need to budget so we can manage our finances well. We need to intentionally create space to save so we can respond to whatever the Lord puts in front of us. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subsc…
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Episode 51 - Opportunity Costs - again
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50 Episodes later I find myself reminded of the importance of understanding Opportunity Costs. If we say "yes" to this, what are we saying "no" to? Let's jump in. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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Episode 50 - Legacy File and checklist
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What is a Legacy File? A legacy File is a way to show our family that we love them after we are gone. In this episode, I walk you through what belongs in your Legacy File. Here is a link to my Legacy File Checklist. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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Everyone has a financial lifestyle. Whether they created it intentionally or it has been created by small day-to-day decisions that add up. Some are good, and some are not. Let's talk about how to create a Financial Lifestyle that has Jesus as Lord. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money Talk…
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Episode 48 - Financial Wellness Checklist
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Welcome to Holy Week. Today I walk you through my Financial Wellness Checklist. This is a good place to start your financial "spring cleaning". Download your copy of my Free Financial Wellness Checklist Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money Talk
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Episode 47 - Five questions for Sharing about Finances
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Whether you are newly married or recently engaged, you might need to start sharing about your finances with your spouse or fiancé. Finding a way to start sharing about your finances can be challenging. Here are five questions that can help start the conversation. And if you have been married for several years, and have never taken the time to under…
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1 Peter 3:15 - With Christ as Lord of your heart. Always be ready to give an explanation to anyone who asks you for a reason for your hope. Do you have a story? Are you ready to explain the reason for your hope? Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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Let's tackle the question wether or not married couples should combine finances. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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Nobody loves taxes. But it is tax time! So let's talk about taxes and how, as Catholics, we should approach our taxes. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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Episode 43 - Diligence with Rob Lang
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My friend Rob Lang joins me to discuss the virtue of diligence. We talk about the challenges to being diligent, but we also identify what we should be diligent in. Check out Rob's YouTube channel. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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Loud Budgeting is a new trend on social media. What is it? Are there any benefits to it? Let's talk about it... Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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Episode 41 - "We aren't really spenders!"
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Have you ever said or heard someone else say, "We aren't really spenders!" Why do we say that? And what does it even mean? We are usually making some type of comparison that will not help us in the pursuit of our goals. Let's talk about it. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money Talk…
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Episode 40 - Seven Questions to identify your financial goals for the new year.
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Welcome to 2024! In this episode, I walk you through seven questions that will help you develop a financial plan for the New Year. Whether it is the first year that you are trying to develop a financial plan or the 20th year, these seven questions are sure to make the process clear and simple. Here is a free resource to help you start your plan: Fi…
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Episode 39 - Merry Christmas! Taryn Scarfone joins me as we wish you a Merry Christmas.
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Christmas is a time when we need to remember to have great gratitude. One of our favorite traditions is watching, It's a Wonerful Life. May we all have the joy and gratitude that George has as we recount all that the Lord has done for us. God bless. Merry Christmas! Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money Talk…
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Once we say no, we can continue to move towards our yes. But we have to say no. If this is new to us, it will be one of the hardest things we need to do. But it will yield so much fruit in our lives. Let's start to say no to those things that stand in the way of achieving what the Lord is putting before us. Support the show Get in touch with Paul M…
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Episode 37 - The Most Generous Time of the Year!
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This is the most generous time of the year. What can we do to start or increase our generosity? Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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Episode 36 - Virtue and Finance with Dr Justin Anderson
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I am joined by my good friend Dr Justin Anderson as we discuss Virtue and finance. Particularly focusing on the virtue of prudence. Justin is Professor and Chair of Moral Theology at Immaculate Conception Seminary School of Theology at Seton Hall University. He is also the author of the book Virtue and Grace in the Theology of Thomas Aquinas and co…
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Episode 35 - Be Thankful! Have Gratitude.
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In order to be thankful and grateful to the Lord. We need to have humility and recognize that everything belongs to him, and all we have, we have received from him. Sometimes we might not have put ourselves in a position to expereince the fruit of his blessings. So let's fix that! Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Cath…
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Episode 34 - Christmas gifting, planning, and shopping tips with Taryn Scarfone
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My first ever guest on the Podcast!! My wife Taryn joins me and we discuss Christmas gifting, planning, and shopping tips. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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Episode 33 - Avoid Impulse Purchases
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Impulse purchases can derail your financial plan. don't let it happen to you. Be prepared to handle those impulses. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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Once we have contentment, peace isn't far behind. There are two things that are required for us to find peace. Humility and Gratitude. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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Contentment is a key part of a good financial plan. It starts as a decision, but then it will bear fruits of joy, peace, and gratitude. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money Talk
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Episode 30 - Personal Discipline and Self-Control
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Personal Discipline and Self-Control are crucial for financial success. I give you three suggestions to help you implement them in managing your finances. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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Let's talk emergency funds. We'll first answer some common questions. What is an emergency fund? Do I need one? What size emergency fund should I have? And then I go over my five rules for using your emergency fund. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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I experience God's generosity constantly, but do I share it with others? Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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We can get trapped in our desire for worldly possessions. St. Augustine has a great quote regarding this. Let's talk about it. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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Episode 26 - Three Questions to ask before making a large purchase
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Large purchases have the potential to easily derail our financial plan. Ask yourself these three questions before making any large purchase or any large financial decision. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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In this epsiode I spend some time discussing what the Lord has been putting on my heart in prayer. Do I overflow with love and encouragmnet to others? Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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Episode 24 - Handling Variable and Unpredictable Income
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Variable and Unpredictable income can be a challenge. Understanding the key components of creating a plan to handle irregular income is crucial. In this episode, I go over three of the key components for creating a plan to handle irregular income. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money Talk…
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In this episode, I take a look at the Story of the Rich Young Man. How in our life, are we like the Rich Young Man? Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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Episode 22 - Working together as a married couple
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Do we need to work on our finances together? Do we both need to be involved in the process? These are questions I get all of the time. The answer is YES! And in this episode, I talk about why. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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Episode 21 - Teaching your kids about money
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I answer the most common questions I receive for teaching kids about money. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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Have you ever thought about retirement? Retirement can be an exciting thing, or the thought of it can be a scary thing. Either way, the Lord has a plan for you and he wants you to be peaceful. Join me as I walk through how to take a look at your retirement situation. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money Tal…
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Pay off the mortgage! In this episode, I discuss the benefits of paying off your mortgage. We also tackle some of the common objections to this idea. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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Episode 18 - Emotions and Our Finances
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Our emotions can have a big impact on our finances, and our finances can stir up several different emotions. I talk about how to fight through challenging emotions and make sound financial decisions in peace. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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Life insurance is one of those financial items that most people struggle to understand. If we learn about it, it is usually from the person trying to sell it to us. In this episode, I answer some of the most common questions I get asked about life insurance. And don't worry, I don't sell life insurance, so there is no sales pitch from me. Support t…
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Episode 16 - Seven Elements of a Financial Plan - Part Seven - Replace Money Myths with Truths
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Know the truth, and the Truth will set you free! Understanding the truth about money is a key element in developing a solid financial plan. I go through four common money myths and provide the truth to replace those myths. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money Talk…
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Episode 15 - Seven Elements of a Financial Plan - Part Six - Know your Money Personality
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We are all unique in how we handle and relate to money. Knowing our money personality is a key component of being successful with finances. It will also improve our communication with our spouse as we work together. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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Episode 14 - Seven Elements of a Financial Plan - Part Five - Monitoring and Reassessing the Plan
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We continue to discuss the Seven Elements of a financial plan. In this episode, we focus on the fifth element, Monitoring and Reassessing the plan. We talk about how to do this and why it is important. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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Episode 13 - Seven Elements of a Financial Plan - Part Four - Executing the Plan
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We continue to discuss the Seven Elements of a financial plan. In this episode, we focus on the fourth element, Executing the Plan, and the challenges we face. Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money TalkAutor: Paul Scarfone
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