1494: Ask Farnoosh: Affording Life's Biggest Purchases

In honor of Women's History’s Month, I’ve partnered with Prudential, one of the most trusted financial services firms in the country, to provide empowering advice and insights to help us all thrive in our financial lives. The Prudential brand is synonymous with strength and resilience. Head to Farnoosh.TV/Prudential for our top tips on how to set yourself up for financial success now and in the future. Whether you're saving for college, planning retirement, or working toward any other financial milestone, Prudential is here to help you get there and beyond. Visit prudential.com to learn more. I am a non-client, paid promoter of Prudential Financial. To learn more about the material terms of my relationship with Prudential, please go to Farnoosh.TV/Prudential. This podcast is provided for educational purposes only. It is not intended to be, nor should be construed as investment, insurance, financial, tax or legal advice. Please consult with your own advisor for such advice. Today’s Ask Farnoosh episode is about how to afford life’s biggest (and exciting!) expenses. My special co-host, Prudential CFP Mary O’Malley, offers insights strategies you don’t want to miss including: Should you buy a home right now? Pros and cons to leasing Saving up for a baby When does a HELOC make sense? Benefits to Supplemental Medical Insurance More about Mary: Her career life began as a Special Education teacher where she spent over a decade teaching underprivileged and special needs children. In 2011, Mary started a family but after spending a few years as a stay-at-home mom she made the decision to go back into the professional workforce by entering the financial services industry. Her passion for teaching in a traditional setting had subsided but her passion to educate others still remains strong to this day. Mary’s interest in the financial industry was born out of her ability to overcome her own personal struggle with finances. Mary is not one to shy away from a challenge, and becoming a Certified Financial Planner has ful