On this episode of CFO at Home, Vince·s guest is Anil Gupta (AKA ·The Love Doctor·), an author, speaker, and relationship coach, who says many relationship breakdowns·especially around money·stem from lack of authentic communication and emotional safety. Anil shares the story of his 2008 financial collapse, and how his wife·s supportive response changed everything, leading him to build a speaking and media career. They discuss how financial conflict is often miscommunication, the importance of listening and responding (not reacting), and ensuring your partner has input on financial decisions, while also making them feel loved and respected. Anil then shares info on his books, virtual coaching, and resources at meetanil.com, to help develop and polish these skills

01:05 Meet the Love Doctor

02:29 Relationship Expert Mission

04:10 Money Fights and Safety

05:54 Rock Bottom to Breakthrough

09:28 Budget Talks Without Blame

13:55 Support Over Compromise

20:11 Money Stories and Paris

25:50 Build the Communication Muscle

31:22 Books Coaching and Programs

36:35 Final Kindness Challenge

Key Links

• https://meetanil.com/

• https://www.instagram.com/anilgupta_lovedoctor

• https://www.facebook.com/AnilLoveDoc

• https://www.youtube.com/@AnilLoveDoc

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/anilgupta-lovedoctor/

• https://gitnux.org/marriage-happiness-statistics/

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On this episode of CFO at Home, Vince wraps up his conversation with relationship coach Brett Jones. This time around, they talk about money discussions and trust, anxiety and defensive spirals, resentment and repairing connection, and Brett's book and resources. For more on Brett book Samurai Love, resources, and upcoming events, go to the relationshipcode.org,

00:56 Security Scanning vs Fixing

01:50 Why Conversations Differ

03:16 Anxiety and Defensive Spirals

04:52 Presence Over Fixing

10:38 Money Decisions and Trust

16:12 Resentment and Repairing Connection

20:21 Samurai Love Resources

24:35 Final Takeaways and Links

Key Links:

• https://www.relationshipcode.org/

• Samurai Love: Cut Through the Bulls**t In Relationships

• Marie McCrystal Jones | Facebook

• Brett Jones (@brettjonesmoney) • Instagram photos and videos

• Brett P, Jones | Linkedin

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On this episode of CFO at Home, Vince's guest is relationship coach Brett Jones. Brett and Vince discuss relationship skills. and how communication breakdowns—especially around money—can drive conflict and even divorce. Brett shares the story of how his first marriage collapsed, which led him into 30 years of relationship coaching. We also discuss why "love is not enough," how men and women often communicate differently, and how money conversations can trigger safety and security concerns, leading men to shut down when they hear criticism. For more on Brett, his book Samurai Love, resources, and upcoming events, go to the relationshipcode.org

Key Topics:

01:42 Why Relationships Need Skills

02:55 Brett's Story and Divorce Stats

07:47 Money Fights and Divorce Patterns

11:36 Why Men Check Out

14:24 Safety and Money Conversations

18:19 Budget Talk Mistakes Men Make

22:44 Letting your Partner Influence Decisions

Key Links:

• https://www.relationshipcode.org/

• Samurai Love: Cut Through the Bulls**t In Relationships

• Marie McCrystal Jones | Facebook

• Brett Jones (@brettjonesmoney) • Instagram photos and videos

• Brett P, Jones | Linkedin

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On this episode of CFO at Home, Vince talks with Raffi Bilek, a marriage counselor and author of The Couples Communication Handbook:The Skills You Never Learned for the Marriage You Always Wanted. Vince and Ravi discuss why money is a top source of marital conflict and why financial disagreements are often a symptom of deeper issues like anxiety, resentment, or control. Raffi explains his process for helping couples move through conflict by slowing down, taking turns, identifying underlying feelings, practicing empathy, and exploring each partner·s ·money story,· so they can stay connected even without full agreement. Vince and Ravi also discuss how solutions should address both partners· needs (e.g., security vs. autonomy), and why separate finances can sometimes signal a lack of trust. For more on Raffi and The Couples Communication Handbook, go to thecommunicationbook.com

01:05 Money Fights

02:11 Finances and Marital Disagreements

05:04 Money Is A Symptom

08:23 Getting Past Defensiveness

10:26 Money Stories Matter

12:49 From Empathy To Plan

15:46 Control And Trauma

19:15 Teaching The Skill

22:48 Joint Vs Separate Accounts

26:58 Parting Advice And Book

29:24 Where To Find Raffi

30:13 Final Thanks

Key Links

• The Couples Communication Handbook

• BaltimoreTherapyCenter.com

• Raffi Bilek (@the.marriage.mentor) • Instagram photos and videos

• Raffi Bilek | LinkedIn

• Baltimore Therapy Center - YouTube

• Baltimore Therapy Center - Facebook

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On this episode of CFO at Home, Vince wraps up his conversation with Dr. Mark L. Teague, author of A Working Man·s Guide, with a discussion of how even skeptics can apply a rational framework that points toward faith, humility and personal responsibility to solving life·s problems, then tie meaning and purpose to personal finance·treating money as a tool, not an end·using budgets, plans, and discipline rooted in intangibles. Mark also shares resources from A Working Man·s Guide, including the Impact Index and Stress to Success, and his website and social channels. For more, visit aworkingmansguide.com.

00:50 Framework for Nonbelievers

01:30 Faith as Rational Response

02:16 Creation Points to Design

04:20 The Moral Witness Within

05:15 Accident vs Meaningful Universe

06:13 Mimic Values Without Belief

09:55 Humility and Responsibility

13:33 Purpose Anchors Finances

16:40 Money as a Tool Not Goal

19:56 Book Guides and Stress Skills

23:08 Social Links and Keynes Rant

24:47 Closing Thanks and Wrap Up

Key Links

• A Working Man's Guide

• Mark Teague (@DrMarkLTeague) • Facebook, Connect with friends

• Mark Teague (@drmarklteague) • Instagram photos and videos

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On this episode of CFO at Home, Vince·s guest is Dr. Mark Teague, author of A Working Man·s Guide, a value-driven roadmap aimed at helping working-class families thrive in careers, relationships, and finances. Mark shares his background from Texas Panhandle farm life to a doctorate in agricultural economics and a 30-year banking and finance career. From there, the conversation shifts to a discussion of Mark·s ·bedrock principles·, and how a moral foundation and faith relate to financial outcomes, especially through marriage. For more, visit aworkingmansguide.com

02:02 Why Mark Wrote A Working Man's Guide

02:29 Farm Roots to Corporate

04:36 Cutting Through Noise

06:38 Endorsement and Preamble

09:22 Bedrock Principles Begin

09:48 Life Is Problems

11:28 Responsibility and Money

13:33 Working Class Defined

15:32 Wealth and Property Rights

19:06 Keynes and Socialism

22:07 Your Foundation North Star

24:31 Morals Marriage and Wealth

27:26 Faith Stats and Cohorts

29:41 Values Over Divorce

30:29 Marriage Money Math

31:41 Divorce And Bankruptcy

Key Links

• A Working Man's Guide

• Mark Teague (@DrMarkLTeague) • Facebook, Connect with friends

• Mark Teague (@drmarklteague) • Instagram photos and videos

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On this episode of CFO at Home, Vince's guest is Efstathios Georgiou of Georgiou Law PLLC, a former bank attorney who now advocates for consumers facing credit card debt, collections, and lawsuits. Efstathios shares why debt should be treated as a solvable challenge, outlines common misconceptions pushed by national debt companies, and breaks down debt consolidation versus debt settlement, including credit score impacts and recovery timelines. Vince and Efstathios also discuss negotiating strategies, debt validation requests, the potential tax consequences of debt forgiveness and the importance of financial literacy ·aftercare,· once you·re out of debt. For more on Efstathios visit georgioulawpllc.com, or check out his podcast, Georgiou Law, PLLC Podcast

01:16 From Bank Lawyer to Advocate

03:07 Debt Is Not Shame

04:45 How Much Debt Is Typical

06:31 Bad Advice and Misconceptions

09:25 Consolidation vs Settlement

11:20 When Credit Score Matters

15:10 Debt Buyers and Validation

17:47 DIY Negotiation or Lawyer Up

20:33 Served With a Lawsuit

24:04 Different Debts Different Rules

27:52 Aftercare and Literacy

31:19 Harassment and Predatory Lending

33:51 Avoid High Interest Lenders

36:56 Buy Now Pay Later Risks

39:18 Guest Podcast and Wrap Up

Key Links

• https://georgioulawpllc.com/

• Georgiou Law PLLC Podcast

• Georgiou Law, PLLC (@georgiou.law.pllc) • Instagram photos and videos

• https://www.facebook.com/61576800958820/about/

• https://www.youtube.com/@nyconsumercreditlaw

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On this episode of CFO at Home, VInce wraps up his conversation with Mario Sicari, Managing Partner at BGS Capital Management, about his book The Art of Creating Wealth: A Millennial, Gen Z, and Gen X Guide to Navigating Life Struggles. This time around, Vince and Mario discuss parents teaching money lessons, the importance of developing communication and networking skills, ·ignoring the noise· as an investor, and Mario·s book. For more on Mario; his book, and his business, go to bgscapitalmanage.com

00:45 Parents Teaching Money

02:56 Hard Love Lessons

05:18 Networking Creates Luck

09:07 Communication Skills Reset

13:04 Wealth Transfer Wakeup

15:00 Retirement Basics 401k

18:00 Ignore Noise Build Wealth

21:46 Mario's Book: The Art of Creating Wealth

Key Links

• The Art of Creating Wealth

• https://www.bgscapitalmanage.com/

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariosicari/

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