I Date Money: Budget • Invest • Build Wealth After Divorce

Find $500–$2,000 in hidden money leaks, organize your cash flow, and create a money system that actually works with the Money Hunt found inside the Smell of Money Community. Join here: https://www.skool.com/the-smell-of-money/aboutIf you've ever felt overwhelmed, confused, or stuck financially as a single parent, this episode is for you.In this conversation, Lisa Drennon interviews Pat Hankin, author of The Field Guide for Single Parents, about practical ways to rebuild finances after divorce, create financial stability, and stop feeling guilty every time you spend money.You'll discover how to evaluate spending decisions differently, why budgeting doesn't have to feel restrictive, and how to create meaningful experiences for your children without overspending.In This Episode✔ How to rebuild finances after divorce✔ Financial stability strategies for single parents✔ The true value of your time✔ How to stop feeling guilty about spending money✔ Simple financial planning tips for busy moms✔ Ways to create family memories without breaking the budgetChapters00:00 Introduction03:35 Pat's single parent journey05:20 Financial realities of raising children07:00 Debt, borrowing, and credit scores11:20 Understanding your spending13:20 The three biggest financial decisions15:00 Affordable family travel ideas17:30 Money mindset shifts that change everything20:45 The value of your time24:00 Entrepreneur burnout and delegation29:00 Child support versus financial independence33:00 Free resources every parent should know aboutResourcesPat Hankin Website: pathankin.comThank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money!Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it🗝️🌬️💖💸Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

Find $500–$2,000 in hidden money leaks, organize your cash flow, and create a money system that actually works with the Money Hunt found inside the Smell of Money Community.Join here: https://www.skool.com/the-smell-of-money/about](https://www.skool.com/the-smell-of-money/about)---This Week on I Date Money: Selling From Service, Not ScarcitySales coach Liz Lemarchand joins Lisa Drennon to break down why so many women entrepreneurs feel "icky" about selling and how to flip that feeling into confidence, alignment, and consistent cash flow. With 25 years in sales and marketing, Liz shares how she went from hating telemarketing as a teenager to teaching women how to sell in a way that actually feels good.In this episode, you'll learn:- Why your nervous system treats a sales conversation like a tiger you need to fight or run from and how to calm that response down- The inherited money stories that keep you stuck, underpricing, or avoiding sales altogether (and how to start rewriting them)- The one shift that changes everything: turning sales from "pushing a product" into "being of service"- Why getting specific about who you serve even when it feels scary is what actually gets you paid- The truth about pricing: it's not about copying what everyone else charges, it's about pricing to the value of the transformation you provide- Why "scarcity mindset" sales tactics backfire, and what compassionate, direct communication looks like insteadConnect with Liz:Join her Skool community, Money and Growth for Women, and grab her free course, Selling for Women Who Hate Sales: https://www.skool.com/money-growth-for-women-2353/about?ref=96c634a120914b7b90466c17b957e4f2---Thank you for tuning into this week's episode of I Date Money!Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it 🗝️🌬️💖💸Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

Find $500–$2,000 in hidden money leaks, organize your cash flow, and create a money system that actually works with the Money Hunt found inside the Smell of Money Community. Join here: https://www.skool.com/the-smell-of-money/aboutWant financial stability after divorce without confusing investment strategies or risky money decisions? This episode breaks down how real estate investing can create steady income, long-term security, and confidence with money even if you’re starting from scratch.In this episode of iDateMoney®, Lisa sits down with global real estate investor Jay Patel to talk about practical investing strategies for women who want predictable income, long-term wealth, and financial freedom without overwhelm. Jay shares how he rebuilt after losing millions during the 2001 market crash and why real estate became the foundation for lasting financial security.From assisted living investments to flipping properties and creating passive income through real estate funds, this conversation gives you simple, real-world insight into how investing can help you rebuild your finances after divorce and create stability for your future.Jay Patel is a global real estate investor and founder of PropTex with more than 25 years of experience in commercial real estate, property technology, rehabs, and investment funds.Connect with him here: https://proptex.com/Thank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money!Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it🗝️🌬️💖💸Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

Find $500–$2,000 in hidden money leaks, organize your cash flow, and create a money system that actually works with the Money Hunt found inside the Smell of Money Community. Join here: https://www.skool.com/the-smell-of-money/aboutYour money struggle isn’t physical — it’s emotional.Change the emotion, and the money follows.🗝️🌬️💖💸Your money mindset may be the very thing blocking the financial stability you’ve been working so hard to create.In this powerful conversation, Lisa sits down with Suzanne Leydecker, author of A Woman on Top, to unpack the emotional side of wealth building, relationship patterns, boundaries, and why financial success starts long before your bank balance changes.If you’ve ever found yourself overgiving in relationships, rescuing others financially, or wondering why money keeps slipping through your fingers despite earning well, this episode will hit home.Suzanne shares her deeply personal journey from inheriting wealth to realizing that money itself was never the issue. Emotional maturity, boundaries, self-worth, and financial responsibility were the true lessons.This conversation is a reminder that building wealth is not just about spreadsheets. It’s about identity, self-trust, and the relationship you have with yourself.Connect with Suzanne here: https://suzanneleydecker.com/In This Episode You’ll Learn:Why making more money does not solve emotional money patternsHow self-worth impacts net worthWhy overgiving destroys wealthThe emotional cost of people pleasingHealthy financial boundaries with children and partnersWhy lottery thinking keeps women financially stuckThe importance of weekly money dates and financial organizationHow emotional maturity creates lasting wealthTimestamped Key Moments:00:02 Why YOU may be blocking your income01:30 Suzanne’s story and why she wrote her memoir04:20 Why money is more taboo than sex06:20 Overgiving, rescuing men, and emotional money leaks08:15 Falling in love with potential instead of reality10:50 Suzanne’s four pillars of responsibility12:00 The boundary lesson that changed everything14:30 Why weekly bookkeeping builds confidence16:20 Setting healthy financial boundaries with kids19:15 Why winning the lottery won’t solve your problems20:15 Self-worth determines financial outcomes22:20 Where to connect with SuzanneThank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money! 🗝🌬💖💸Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it.Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily

Ready to stop feeling broke, guilty, and overwhelmed about money, even after divorce?Inside The Smell of Money, you’ll get the tools to rebuild financial stability, master your money mindset, and create a financial plan that finally feels simple.Whether you’re looking for smart investment strategies, clarity with your budget, or even how to start investing with just $100, this is where you’ll find the confidence and stability you’ve been craving.Join here: https://www.skool.com/the-smell-of-money/aboutWhat starts as a financial disaster can become the beginning of a brand-new income stream when you have the right money mindset and systems in place.In this episode of iDateMoney, Lisa sits down with Michelle Gagnier to talk about what happened when hurricane-related home damage, denied insurance claims, and financial stress forced Michelle to think differently. What began as an overwhelming mold issue in her home turned into an unexpected business opportunity helping homeowners and contractors navigate insurance claim systems.This conversation is a real reminder that financial stability is not about avoiding every crisis. It is about having simple systems, emergency planning, and the resilience to pivot when life throws something unexpected your way.Michelle Gagnier is the founder of Claim Track HQ, where she helps mold inspectors and restoration contractors manage insurance claims and admin support. Connect with Michelle: https://primrosebusinesssolutions.online/In this episode, you’ll learn:How financial emergencies reveal weaknesses in your money systemsWhy emergency funds matter, even if you start with just $100 a monthCommon homeowner insurance mistakes that can cost you thousandsWhat to check before filing a property insurance claimHidden costs real estate investors should watch forHow to turn an unexpected setback into a new income opportunityWhy networking can accelerate business growth faster than going aloneHow stress impacts both your finances and your healthTimestamped Key Moments00:00 Turning financial disaster into opportunity01:34 Why entrepreneurs need money systems, not just income03:53 Michelle’s denied insurance claim story04:59 The financial pressure of surviving without savings06:13 Stress, health setbacks, and entrepreneurship07:51 How a mold inspection became a new business opportunity08:42 Emergency fund lessons every homeowner needs10:24 Real estate investing red flags to watch for11:51 Starting an emergency fund with small steps12:58 Building a claims support business14:17 Best financial advice: invest wisely in business growth15:13 How networking through BNI created opportunitiesThank you for tuning into this week’s episode of I Date Money!Remember, it doesn't matter how much money you make; it's what you do with it🗝️🌬️💖💸Intro/Outro music "IDM" by Christa Lily