In this episode of the Sunlight Tax Podcast, I’m diving into the One Big Beautiful Act, a major tax law that passed this summer. I found a great, nonpartisan article from the Brookings Institution and the Tax Policy Center, and with the authors’ permission. It’s called “When Tax Laws Defy Public Opinion: What OBBBA Reveals.”

The piece lays out the short-term wins of this law, but also the long-term effects on things like healthcare and our social safety net. What really struck me is the gap between what people want and what lawmakers actually do, and how much wealth drives those decisions.

For me, the big lesson is that we need to frame fiscal issues in ways that connect with the public, and ultimately, push for campaign finance reform to get legislation that reflects real public priorities.

Also mentioned in this episode:

01:05 Introduction to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act

02:34 The Societal Impact of the Tax Bill

04:44 Public Opinion vs. Legislative Action

07:29 Disparities in Wealth and Policy Preferences

10:31 The Importance of Campaign Finance Reform

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Article: When Tax Laws Defy Public Opinion: What OBBBA Reveals

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In this episode of the Sunlight Tax Podcast, I sit down with Joe Saul-Sehy, host of the Stacking Benjamins Show, for a deep dive into the world of personal finance and the emotional side of money management. Joe shares insights from his journey writing a personal finance book, and we explore topics like budgeting strategies, creating financial systems that work, and learning from our biggest money mistakes.

We also discuss how mindset and emotions affect your money decisions, why community and accountability are essential for building wealth, and practical tips for artists and freelancers managing irregular income. Throughout the conversation, we highlight the importance of defining your financial goals, your core money values, and how having the right support network can help you actually achieve them.

Also mentioned in this episode:

06:23 Tools for Financial Management

07:22 Learning from Financial Mistakes

13:07 Navigating Financial Challenges

24:46 The Power of Timelines in Financial Planning

26:30 Defining 'Best' in Financial Goals

33:46 The Emotional Side of Money

44:41 Creating a Sustainable Income Strategy

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The Stacking Benjamins Show

The Book: Stacked

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Link to pre-order my book, Taxes for Humans: Simplify Your Taxes and Change the World When You’re Self-Employed.

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In this episode of the Sunlight Tax podcast, I reveal the #1 habit that sets successful freelancers apart: consistent saving. Discover why saving is like a muscle you need to train, how small, steady contributions to retirement accounts can snowball into long-term financial security, and why waiting for the "perfect" moment to save holds you back.

I share my personal journey, real success stories from my community, and practical tips to overcome the psychological barriers that keep many creatives and freelancers from building wealth. Whether you’re just starting out or have been self-employed for years, you’ll learn how to take imperfect but powerful action toward your financial goals and harness the power of compound interest to create a more secure future.

If you’ve ever felt behind on saving, this episode will give you the motivation and strategy you need to start today.

Also mentioned in this episode:

01:11 The Key Habit of Successful Freelancers

03:40 Overcoming Perfectionism in Saving

06:37 The Power of Consistent Savings

09:12 Building a Safety Net with Small Contributions

11:51 The Psychology of Financial Habits

14:54 Real Success Stories from the Community

18:26 The Importance of Habits Over Windfalls

21:10 Encouragement and Resources for Financial Security

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Join my free class: Make Taxes Easier and Stash an Extra $152k in Your Savings

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Link to pre-order my book, Taxes for Humans: Simplify Your Taxes and Change the World When You’re Self-Employed.

Link to pre-order my workbook, Taxes for Humans: The Workbook

Get your free visual guide to tax deductions

Check out my program, Money Bootcamp