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Stuck in the Middle_ Finances, Family and Finding Freedom

Author
Natalie Kime
Published
Wed 20 Aug 2025
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In this episode of "Nickels and Dimes," host Natalie Kime explores the financial struggles of the sandwich generation, those supporting both aging parents and children. She discusses common challenges like outliving savings, unexpected care costs, debt, and guilt, while sharing statistics on the group’s stress. Natalie offers practical strategies, including purposeful budgeting, insurance protection, retirement saving, legacy planning, and seeking financial help. Emphasizing self-care and small, actionable steps, she encourages listeners to take control of their finances, providing hope and guidance for those feeling overwhelmed by multigenerational responsibilities.

  • Financial challenges faced by the sandwich generation
  • Emotional and financial stress related to caregiving responsibilities
  • Statistics on the financial strain experienced by caregivers
  • Major financial concerns: outliving retirement savings, unexpected care costs, debt, and budget strain
  • The impact of emotional guilt on financial decision-making
  • The absence of a clear financial roadmap for managing competing demands
  • Practical strategies for financial management and empowerment
  • Importance of budgeting with purpose and prioritizing protection through insurance
  • Encouragement to save for retirement, even in small amounts
  • The value of seeking financial help and education for better decision-making

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