Welcome to "Millennial Money Matters," your essential guide to navigating the world of finance as a millennial. Hosted by Kelly Turner, a mortgage loan officer, and Derek Mazzarella, a financial advisor, this podcast offers straightforward, practical advice on managing your money.
Kelly and Derek tackle topics like budgeting, student loans, real estate, and investing, breaking down complex financial concepts into easy-to-understand tips. Each episode delivers actionable insights and real-life stories to help you make smart financial decisions and secure your future.
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We’re back—and bigger than ever! Season 3 launches with a fresh perspective, a brand-new studio, and a renewed commitment to bringing you the conversations that matter most.
In this premiere episode, …
It’s the season finale, and we’re flipping the script. For our last episode of Season 2, we’re handing the mic to our producer, Justin, who’s putting us in the hot seat. He’s asking your questions—ye…
You’ve seen the TikToks: “Be your own bank,” they say — using life insurance to build wealth, borrow from yourself, and never deal with lenders again. Sounds like a cheat code, right? In this episode…
We’re in our “side hustle season,” and this week we’re diving into Airbnb culture with Jessica Starr, a top realtor with LPT Realty and a seasoned Airbnb host who manages multiple properties across m…
Your credit score can open doors—or slam them shut. In this episode of Millennial Money Matters, we’re joined by Stephen Robert, owner of BedRock Credit America, a nonprofit credit repair agency, to …
Market volatility got you spiraling? We get it. In this follow-up to our recession episode, we’re unpacking exactly what to do when the markets start doing the most. Should you move your money? Freez…
Everyone’s throwing around the word recession—but what does it actually mean? And how do we know if we’re in one… or headed for one? In this episode, we break down the real indicators economists look…
Social media makes it easier than ever to find the latest trends—but is it also draining your wallet? In this episode of Millennial Money Matters, we dive into the impact of social media on millennia…
Buying a home can feel overwhelming—especially for millennials navigating the process for the first time. In this episode of Millennial Money Matters, we break down the steps to homeownership with ou…
So, you’ve decided to buy a house—congrats! Now comes the fun part: figuring out which mortgage won’t completely wreck your financial future. From FHA vs. conventional to VA and USDA loans, we’re bre…
Move over oxblood and skinny jeans—2025 is bringing in a whole new batch of trends. We’re kicking things off with a deep dive into what’s hot this year, from the return of questionable fashion choice…
In this episode of Millennial Money Matters, Kelly and Derek explore the challenges and rewards of merging finances with a partner. They discuss whether to combine bank accounts, how to handle debt a…
In this episode of Millennial Money Matters, Kelly Turner and Derek Mazzarella tackle the topic that excites and terrifies millennials: investing. From decoding stocks and bonds to understanding divi…
In this episode of Millennial Money Matters, hosts Kelly and Derek take a deep dive into the millennial experience with student loans. They discuss how student debt has shaped an entire generation’s …
In this episode of Millennial Money Matters, Kelly and Derek dive into the wild world of meme stocks, where internet culture meets Wall Street. From GameStop to AMC, they explore how these stocks bec…
Strap in, millennials—mortgage rates are constantly changing and full of drama! This week, Kelly and Derek break down everything you need to know about interest rates and how they’re actually calcula…
We have a newish president in office, again. With Donald Trump winning his second non-consecutive term, Kelly and Derek delve into what that means for our wallets. On this episode of Millennial Money…
On this episode of Millennial Money Matters, Kelly and Derek tackle the trending topic of house hacking, as seen on TikTok. With social media buzzing about how millennials can turn their homes into i…
401ks are the top retirement account out there. Millennials every day make contributions to a plan they barely understand. In this episode of Millennial Money Matters, we delve into the mysterious wo…
In this episode of Millennial Money Matters, Kelly and Derek dive into the world of mortgages, focusing on the unique challenges millennials face in today’s housing market. From navigating the post-p…