Crushing Debt Podcast

The Crushing Debt Podcast is for people who want to eliminate the financial bullies in their lives. It is for listeners who want more money at the end of the month, rather than more month at the end of the money. The podcast provides answers around such topics as real estate litigation, partition, quiet title, chapter 7 liquidation, chapter 13 reorganization, and Chapter 11 business bankruptcies, short sales, loan modifications, creditor harassment and other related topics.

Financial Advice Your Rich Uncle Should Not Be Giving You! - Episode 513 05/07/2026

Finding Hidden Cash - Episode 512 04/30/2026

ChatGPT Told Me to Invest in WHAT?! - Episode 511 04/23/2026

We Thought We Knew Money, We Were Wrong! - Episode 510 04/16/2026

How to Pay Off Debt Faster - Episode 509 04/09/2026

TikTok University. Financial Degree or Disaster? - Episode 508 04/02/2026

March Madness, the Worst Money Habits - Episode 507 03/19/2026

March Madness, the Worst Money Habits - Episode 507 March Madness is one of our favorite times of the year! Therefore, we've put together a list of the 16 worst money habits, in a "Salty-16" to see which habit wins as the worst habit. LEFT REGION: Everyday & Emotional B1 · EVERYDAY MONEY LEAKS 1 Daily impulse spending vs. 16 Forgotten subscriptions People instantly relate. B2 · EMOTIONAL SPENDING 8 Stress shopping vs. 9 Rewarding yourself every hardship When does self-care become self-sabotage? B3 · AVOIDANCE HABITS 5 Not checking your bank account vs. 12 Ignoring CC statements “Avoidance charges interest.” B4 · LIFESTYLE INFLATION 4 Upgrading lifestyle after every raise vs. 13 Financing things to feel successful The dark horse of the left region. RIGHT REGION: Debt & Budget B5 · DEBT BEHAVIOR 5 Paying only minimum payments vs. 12 Saying “I'll deal with debt later” Minimums feel like progress. They're not. B6 · SOCIAL PRESSURE HABITS 4 Spending to keep up w/ friends vs. 13 Saying yes to every event broke FOMO is an expensive habit. B7 · BUDGET SABOTAGE 6 Guessing instead of tracking vs. 11 Starting budgets, quit after 5 days The Cinderella pick. Could go all the way. B8 · FALSE CONFIDENCE HABITS 3 High income solves everything vs. 14 One good month = problem solved Overconfidence is a budget's worst enemy. Highlighted row = analyst's pick to advance Who do you think will win? Who is your darkhorse, your Cinderella? Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at or follow his Tiktok channel - To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at or visit . And please consider a donation to Pancreatic Cancer research and education by joining Shawn's team at MY Legacy Striders: /episode/index/show/yesnerlawpodcast/id/40505040

Chasing Luck Instead of Building Stability - Episode 506 03/12/2026

Forgive Me For I Have Spent - Episode 505 03/05/2026

Ten Things Holding You Back From Building Wealth - Episode 504 02/26/2026

Money & Ego - Episode 503 02/19/2026

Debt With Benefits - Episode 502 02/12/2026

Debt, Dollars and the Power of Relationships - Episode 501 02/05/2026

Debt, Dollars and the Power of Relationships - Episode 501 Do you work with family? How does relationship-based networking impact your life? Your company? Your bottom line? What are some of the biggest misconceptions about networking? In this week's episode of The Crushing Debt Podcast, Shawn & George talk to Spencer Reynolds and his son Kamryn Reynolds, Co-Executive Directors of BNI Tampa. Originally from Northern Utah, Spencer and his family packed up and moved to Florida in 2017, trading mountains for sunshine and lakes. With his wife, Tricia, running the show (let’s be honest, she’s the boss) and their four incredible kids—three adventurous adult sons and their adopted princess, almost 16—they’re all about outdoor thrills, especially water sports and international adventure travel. And when we say “thrills,” we mean it! Spencer’s an adrenaline junkie—skydiving, hang gliding, mountain biking, and even trekking to Everest Base Camp with his brothers. If it involves speed, heights, or a near-death experience, he’s probably done it… twice. (Ask about their Grand Canyon White Water Rafting trip from last year, wild!) Before becoming the networking master he is today, Spencer spent 12 years as a mortgage broker before making the leap into professional speaking and training in 2005. He’s taken the stage in every major city across the U.S. and Canada, teaching professionals how to build systems, work By Referral Only, and grow businesses the right way with referrals. Through BNI, he’s expanded his reach globally, inspiring thousands of entrepreneurs to unlock the power of relationships. Kamryn Reynolds is a communication coach, keynote speaker, and the youngest Executive Director in BNI history. He’s the founder of Articulate Advantage, helping professionals speak with power, clarity, and confidence. A USF grad, Eagle Scout, and fluent Spanish speaker after serving a two-year mission in Argentina. Kamryn now specializes in keynotes and trainings for high-end hotels and resorts. Known for his high energy and practical frameworks, he’s on a mission to become an Ironman, a TEDx speaker, and an international voice for intentional communication. He lives by one core belief: connection is the currency of opportunity. Spencer, Kamryn, George & Shawn talk about: What surprises them the most about working together. Early money lessons. BNI / Networking Success Stories Biggest Misconception about BNI / Networking How long before networking pays off One business habit to adopt this year? To stop this year? Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at or follow his Tiktok channel - To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at or visit . And please consider a donation to Pancreatic Cancer research and education by joining Shawn's team at MY Legacy Striders: /episode/index/show/yesnerlawpodcast/id/39996285

Then & Now - EPISODE 500 !! 01/29/2026

What Would You Do If You Had to Start Over in 2026? Episode 499 01/22/2026

Business Check-Up - Episode 498 01/15/2026

New Year, Same Debt - Episode 497 01/08/2026

Surviving The Holiday Hangover - Episode 496 01/01/2026

Debt is a Clutter Problem - Episode 495 12/25/2025

Debt is a Clutter Problem - Episode 495 Merry Christmas from The Crushing Debt Podcast !! How much "stuff" does the average American home have? How many people utilize off-site storage for their stuff? Are you able to park your car in your garage? How long do you take searching for "missing" items? How much does the average American family spend on non-essential goods. This week, Shawn & George talk to Beth Ruck with Conquering Clutter () about Statistics regarding the average amount of possessions of U.S. households Mindset regarding shopping and managing your possessions Paper management and how it can save you money How de-cluttering can help you conquer your debt. You can contact Beth at . At a young age, Beth learned from her mother that you can accomplish a lot in just 15 minutes. She has applied this idea in her roles as a homemaker, wife, and mother of two grown children. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Accounting from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. She has worked as a bank teller, staff accountant for a commercial real estate firm, bookkeeper for three different non-profits, a substitute teacher, and a sales associate in a Christian book/gift store. She enjoys meeting new people, taking walks with her husband and dog, singing, knitting, reading and spending time with her granddaughter. In 2015, Conquering Clutter was established. Over the past 10 years Beth has enjoyed working with clients and hearing their stories. Her motto is: Helping people simplify their spaces so they have more time for what they love and who they love. Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at or follow his Tiktok channel - To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at or visit . And please consider a donation to Pancreatic Cancer research and education by joining Shawn's team at MY Legacy Striders: /episode/index/show/yesnerlawpodcast/id/39530585

Moving Forward, Looking Back - Episode 494 12/18/2025

Looking Back, Moving Forward - Episode 493 12/10/2025

Santa's Real Budget - Episode 492 12/04/2025

Gravy, Gratitude & Getting Out of Debt! - Episode 491 11/27/2025

IRS Wins Again? - Episode 490 11/20/2025

IRS Wins Again? - Episode 490 Do you know what taxes are dischargeable in bankruptcy and which are not? Do you owe Trust Fund Tax? What if you cannot pay it? On this week's episode of the Crushing Debt Podcast, Shawn & George talk to Tax Attorney Alena Miles. Alena has an L.L.M. in taxation, and is a CPA. She is the founder of Attorney Legal and focuses her practice on federal tax law and international tax matters. She provides services in business tax planning, tax transactions, tax consulting, and tax controversy for a wide range of clients, including businesses, partnerships, corporations, LLCs, private equity funds, single-purpose entities, and individuals. With over 15 years of experience in public accounting, Alena has a strong background in tax compliance, tax planning, and tax dispute resolution. Before becoming an attorney, she worked as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), assisting clients in industries such as asset management, real estate, McDonald's franchisees, professional services, investment, and construction. Alena has worked at leading Big Four accounting firms like PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) and KPMG, where she provided tax services to billion-dollar clients in asset management. As a Tax Manager at KPMG, she managed complex private equity funds and multi-tiered partnership structures, ensuring compliance with complex tax laws and regulations and meeting time-sensitive deadlines. Shawn & George talk to Alena about: Trust Fund Taxes Not Filing Your Tax Return Filing Late Returns Forced Filings by the IRS Negotiations with the IRS The Difference between a Tax Attorney and CPA FIRPTA (Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act) Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at or follow his Tiktok channel - To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at or visit . And please consider a donation to Pancreatic Cancer research and education by joining Shawn's team at MY Legacy Striders: /episode/index/show/yesnerlawpodcast/id/39081730

FORE! Ways Golf Can Teach You About Debt! - Episode 489 11/13/2025

Who's More In Debt, You or Your Landlord - Episode 488 11/06/2025

Financial Vampires - Episode 487 10/30/2025

Mom, Dad & My Credit Card Bill! - Episode 486 10/23/2025

The Entrepreneur's Guide To More Free Time - Episode 485 10/16/2025

The Entrepreneur's Guide To More Free Time - Episode 485 When does an entrepreneur make time? How can an entrepreneur work 27 hours a day? How hard (or easy) is work-life balance? On this week's episode, Shawn & George interview Tiffanie Kellog who today (if you're listening on the day of release) releases her FOURTH self-published book, The Entrepreneur's Guide to More Free Time. Tiffanie is the Sock-it-to-'em Success Strategist! Since 2005, Tiffanie has been revolutionizing entrepreneurs' paths, unlocking greater wealth, freedom, and joy! As the creator of “eTiffanies” — epiphanies inspired by Tiffanie — she is known for her signature socks (over 400 pairs!), a charming southern accent, and her unique ability to inspire and empower others. Whether delivering dynamic keynote presentations, training locally and globally (often virtually), writing her next book, or leading her More Abundant Entrepreneurs community, Tiffanie loves helping people create the life they desire. With a passion for blending fun and strategy, Tiffanie helps her clients focus on achieving their goals while loving the journey. Her secret to success? Loving what she does so much that no one can tell if she’s working or playing! Are you ready to sock it to your challenges, make more money, save time, and have fun? This is Tiffanie's seventh appearance on the podcast: Episode 381 (Talking about the no spend challenge) Episode 332 (Making time to crush your debt) Episode 242 (More money through masterminds) Episode 146 (13 months a year) Episode 76 (Referrals for Life) Episode 48 (Knock your socks off Speaking) Now Tiffanie is working on time management, or priority management, and how you can avoid BSO (Bright Shiney Objects) in your day. And rather than Work/Life balance, we focus on Harmony or being "Off Balance On Purpose." You can get your copy of Tiffanie's new book or her previous three books at . And, Tiffanie is giving all of our listeners a free gift by going to this link: Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at or follow his Tiktok channel - To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at or visit . And please consider a donation to Pancreatic Cancer research and education by joining Shawn's team at MY Legacy Striders: /episode/index/show/yesnerlawpodcast/id/38581895

The Real Reason Businesses Fail - Episode 484 10/09/2025

The Real Reason Businesses Fail - Episode 484 What is the real reason 90% of businesses fail? What are some bookkeeping or CFO mistakes most business owners make that can tank your business? On this week's episode of The Crushing Debt Podcast, George and Shawn talk to Emily Handren, owner and founder of Besty Bookkeepers (). For over two decades, Emily has helped individuals and businesses improve their financial situations through banking, investing, lending, and insurance guidance. She has owned both life/health and P&C agencies, and has plenty of real-world stories about helping people reduce costs and increase their net worth. Emily recently wrote a book "The Real Reason 90% of Businesses Fail: 101 Bookkeeping and CFO Mistakes You Can't Afford to Make" that hit #1 in three categories: Small Business Bookkeeping, Entrepreneurship Management, and Business Planning & Forecasting. It focuses on practical money management strategies for businesses that could tie perfectly into debt reduction discussions. Here's the link if you'd like to check it out: In this episode, we talk about: Fractional CFO Bookkeepers v. Accountants Tech stacking Financial Forecasting Some of the 101 Mistakes, like: Exponential growth without a plan or foundation Improperty business structure knowing your expenses and your numbers using an outdated accounting system not paying yourself. You can reach Emily at her website or . Make sure you take the "Need a Better Bookkeeper" quiz on her website! Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at or follow his Tiktok channel - To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at or visit . And please consider a donation to Pancreatic Cancer research and education by joining Shawn's team at MY Legacy Striders: /episode/index/show/yesnerlawpodcast/id/38513510

Crushing Debt Podcast

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