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The Financial GriotAuthor: Lawrence Delva-Gonzalez, Lovely Merdelus, Alainta Alcin
Welcome to the Financial Griot, TFG for short where three millennials talk about wealth and the stories that made and continue to make an impact on our journeys to be whole, happy and wealthy. We promise to leave you with actionable steps that you can use. It's often raw and genuine. Blending real world wealth building experiences from an entrepreneur, a global travel enthusiast and a financial literacy educator. As always start late, start early but we definitely want you to start. Find us on YouTube, Listen Notes, Theneighborhoodfinanceguy.com and Twitter. Let's connect and Grow Rich Together. Language: en Genres: Education, Personal Journals, Self-Improvement, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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So… Is the Affordability Crisis Actually Real?
Episode 212
Wednesday, 19 November, 2025
Everyone’s talking about the “affordability crisis”—but what does that actually mean? In this episode, we dig into the numbers, the headlines, and the lived reality of trying to make ends meet in 2025. From rent hikes to grocery bills to the myth of the “latte problem,” we explore whether the crisis is as bad as it sounds—or if something deeper is driving the feeling that everything’s out of reach.Wait, what's a Financial Griot?The Financial Griot is a play on two words (Finance + Griot) that hold significance in closing the wealth gap while embracing our differences. Alainta Alcin, Lovely Merdelus, and Lawrence Delva-Gonzalez share their perspectives on current events that impact your personal finances and wealth mindset. In the New York Times, Bankrate, and other publications, the hosts share the stories that others don't. Stories about growth, opportunity, and even Wars. Beyond that, we tie it back to how it reflects on your finances. Specifically, we teach you how to become financially literate, incorporate actionable steps, and ultimately build generational wealth.Can you imagine being a Millionaire in 20 years or less?Yeah, it's possible. Eighty percent of millionaires are first-generation, meaning they didn't inherit wealth. We teach you how. Join a community of subscribers who welcome a fresh take on money.So there you have it, The Financial Griot, or TFG for short. The hosts amassed over $3 million in wealth in about eight years and are on track to retire early. We will gladly share the secrets if you want them, since the opportunity is abundant and a Win-Win.Find the TFG Crew Hosts on Instagram: Alainta Alcin - Blogger, Travel and Money Enthusiast https://www.linkedin.com/in/alaintaalcinLawrence Delva-Gonzalez, Financial Foodie and Travel Blogger @theneighborhoodfinanceguyLovely Merdelus - Entrepreneur and Small Business Growth Specialist @lovelymerdelus
