Join Troutwood CEO Gene Natali for a quick episode on how to build a budget and build it well - in 3 steps!

Wondering how to get started on this easy 3-step budget? Listen to this episode of the Watching Trees Grow podcast to find out.

Don’t be intimidated by finance lingo. A budget is a plan for saving and spending money, and it doesn’t need to be overly complex for it to work.

A simple budget shows your income and your expenses. The BIG goal is for your expenses to be less than your income.

What is a 529 plan and why do you need one? On this week’s episode, Gene calls on the Mary Morris, CEO of the Virginia 529, to discuss the in’s and out’s of the plan and why everyone can, and should, have one! A four year college might not be for everyone, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have a plan. Apprenticeships, living expenses, certifications… the list goes on. Listen to hear why Mary and Gene agree that a 529 plan is a great investment into your, and your family’s, futures!

Read more on the blog: https://blog.troutwood.com/2022/04/11/what-is-a-529/

In this Speaker Series episode, Greg McBride, Chief Financial Analyst for bankrate.com, joins the podcast. Greg is an advocate for financial literacy and education and has made it his life work to help bring resources and financial tools to young people.

Greg talks about his favorite Bankrate: Guiding you through life's financial journey tools, tips for opening your first credit card, maintaining a good credit score and the importance of saving.

Nervous about credit, debt, and how to get started? This episode is for you!

Did you know? You will also see Greg’s name on the back cover of Gene’s award winning book, The Missing Semester. First published in 2013, and updated in 2020, Greg provided an editorial review for the book.

Learn more at https://www.bankrate.com