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Dec. 20, 2023

Mastering Personal Finance 💸📚

🌟 Dive into the fundamentals of personal finance with Troutwood CEO Gene Natali as he breaks down the first of the six National Standards for Personal Financial Education – earning income. 💼💡 Discover why it's crucial to teach your students how to build their wealth and explore jobs and investments.…

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Dec. 18, 2023

How to Teach Students Personal Finance 🍎

🌟 Shoutout to all the incredible teachers out there! This video is dedicated to you and the impactful work you do for financial wellness. 🏫 Join Troutwood CEO Gene Natali as he expresses gratitude for and explores the crucial role educators play in shaping a brighter financial future for our…

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Dec. 15, 2023

Teachers, You're the Real Game-Changers in Finance! 🏫💰

🌟 Calling all educators! Dive into a heartfelt tribute acknowledging the incredible impact you make on financial education. 🏫💡 Join us in the mission to empower minds, share success stories, and shape a financially literate future. 🚀💰 Let's celebrate the unsung heroes of financial wellness – our teachers! 🍎💙 #teachersrock…

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Oct. 27, 2023

The KEY To Financial Freedom

📚 *The Bottom Line: Why Money Matters | The Missing Second Semester by Gene Natali* Welcome to the conclusion of our journey through "The Missing Second Semester" by Gene Natali. In this final section, "The Bottom Line: Why Money Matters," we revisit the cardinal rule from the previous "Missing Semester"…

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Oct. 25, 2023

Why You NEED A Life Plan

📚 *Chapter 13 Review - "Putting it all Together" | The Missing Second Semester by Gene Natali* Welcome to the final chapter of "The Missing Second Semester" by Gene Natali. In this video, we explore Chapter 13, "Putting it all Together," where we discuss the critical first investment decisions you…

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Oct. 23, 2023

When Investing Takes a BACKSEAT...

📚 *Chapter 12 Review - "When Not to Invest" | The Missing Second Semester by Gene Natali* Join us for a crucial discussion in Chapter 12 of "The Missing Second Semester" by Gene Natali. In this video, we explore the essential topic of "When Not to Invest," emphasizing the importance…

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Oct. 20, 2023

What are DIVIDENDS?

📚 *Chapter 11 Review - "The Dividend Reward" | The Missing Second Semester by Gene Natali* Welcome to another chapter review of "The Missing Second Semester" by Gene Natali. In this video, we explore Chapter 11, "The Dividend Reward," where we unravel the fascinating world of dividends, the cash rewards…

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Oct. 18, 2023

Stock Market Drops - Run or Not Run?

📚 *Chapter 10 Review - "Preparing for the Worst" | The Missing Second Semester by Gene Natali* Welcome back to our exploration of "The Missing Second Semester" by Gene Natali. In this video, we dive into Chapter 10, "Preparing for the Worst," where we discuss the invaluable attributes of patience…

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Oct. 16, 2023

The THREE Rules of Long-Term Investing

📚 *Chapter 9 Review - "Rules of Investing" | The Missing Second Semester by Gene Natali* Join us in our journey through "The Missing Second Semester" by Gene Natali. In this video, we delve into Chapter 9, "Rules of Investing," where we explore the vital principles of letting your savings…

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Oct. 13, 2023

What is the S&P 500?

📚 *Chapter 8 Review - "The Stock Market and the S&P 500" | The Missing Second Semester by Gene Natali* Welcome to another insightful chapter review of "The Missing Second Semester" by Gene Natali. In this video, we explore Chapter 8, "The Stock Market and the S&P 500," where we…

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Oct. 11, 2023

Take OWNERSHIP of Your Financial Future

📚 *Chapter 7 Review - "Thinking Ahead" | The Missing Second Semester by Gene Natali* Join us in our ongoing journey through "The Missing Second Semester" by Gene Natali. In this video, we delve into Chapter 7, "Thinking Ahead," which focuses on the changing landscape of retirement in America and…

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Oct. 9, 2023

What it Means to Invest EARLY

📚 Chapter 6 Review - "What It Means to Invest" | The Missing Second Semester by Gene Natali Welcome back to our journey through "The Missing Second Semester" by Gene Natali. In this video, we explore Chapter 6, "What It Means to Invest," where we delve into the fundamental concepts…

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Oct. 6, 2023

What is OPPORTUNITY COST?

📚 Chapter 5 Review - "Understanding Opportunity Cost" | The Missing Second Semester by Gene Natali Welcome to our ongoing exploration of "The Missing Second Semester" by Gene Natali. In this video, we delve into Chapter 5, "Understanding Opportunity Cost," where we uncover the hidden financial implications of the choices…

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Oct. 4, 2023

The Domino Effect of Financial Literacy

📚 Chapter 4 Review - "The Power of Knowledge" | The Missing Second Semester by Gene Natali Join us on an enlightening journey through "The Missing Second Semester" by Gene Natali. In this video, we explore Chapter 4, "The Power of Knowledge," where we dive deep into the importance of…

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Oct. 1, 2023

Preparing for Unexpected Financial Events

📚 *Chapter 3 Review - "Preparing for Winter" | The Missing Second Semester by Gene Natali Welcome to our journey through "The Missing Second Semester" by Gene Natali. In this video, we delve into Chapter 3, "Preparing for Winter," where we explore the essential topics of emergency funds and insurance.…

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Sept. 28, 2023

How Investing + Time WORKS!

📚 *Chapter 2 Review - "Planting a Seed" | The Missing Second Semester by Gene Natali* Welcome back to our journey through "The Missing Second Semester" by Gene Natali. In this episode, we're diving deep into Chapter 2, where we unravel the secrets of how investing and time work together…

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Sept. 17, 2023

4 types of debt account for 96% of personal debt in America!

Four types of debt make up 96% of household debt in America. The four, in order of size: (1) Homes (2) College (3) Cars (4) Credit Cards Welcome to a series based on Gene Natali’s personal finance book, The Missing Second Semester. This video playlist, breaks the book into a…

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Sept. 15, 2023

"A roadmap to financial empowerment!"

Next Gen Personal Finance (NGPF) was founded on the idea that every single student deserves high-quality personal finance instruction. Today, the organization works with an astounding 80,000+ educators! Tim Ranzetta, co-founder of NGPF kindly wrote the foreword to "The Missing Second Semester," a book that emphasizes investor education for high…

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Sept. 14, 2023

Transform Financial Literacy into FINANCIAL EMPOWERMENT!

Financial literacy is growing in awareness and importance. The goal of this book, The Missing Second Semester, is to transfer ownership to the reader! The Missing Second Semester was written for high school and colleges students. The goal of the book is to empower young adults and help them to…

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Aug. 31, 2023

1% of Americans have a financial plan.

Challenge Accepted! Help Troutwood build a world where 100% of high school and college students graduate with a personal financial plan, and together let's make unbelievable dreams, ACHIEVABLE! #empowerment #financialempowerment #everyonedeservesaplan

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June 22, 2023

Everyone wants a piece of your paycheck!

Everyone wants a piece of your paycheck, and the algorithms targeting “your money,” are becoming increasingly sophisticated. You work hard for your money, work just as hard to keep it! The solution? Let your saving dictate your spending, not the opposite!

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June 20, 2023

Your age is an opportunity. Powerful enough to change the lives of a generation!

Can you imagine wanting to retire and not being able to? Welcome to the final video in a series based on Gene Natali’s award winning personal finance book, The Missing Semester. This 13 video playlist, breaks the book into a bite size piece followed by a single action step for…

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June 19, 2023

The COST of a home is MORE than a mortgage

If you can't afford the down payment, you can't afford the house! The dream of home ownership, can quickly become a nightmare. Don't consider your home an investment, consider it a place to live! Welcome to a video series based on Gene Natali’s award winning personal finance book, The Missing…

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June 16, 2023

Roth IRA basics

The money you contribute to a Roth IRA are "after-tax" dollars. Do you want to learn more about Roth IRAs? If yes, this chapter is for you! "The best time to start saving is now." Welcome to a video series based on Gene Natali’s award winning personal finance book, The…

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