Episode 361: How Teachers Can Reach Financial Independence & Build Wealth With Rose Mendonca

Rose Mendonca, educator and financial enthusiast joins the Journey to Launch podcast to talk about her mission: helping all educators create wealth and the retirement of their dreams.

Rose is a serial entrepreneur and founded Teacher Talks Money when she realized educators need more guidance, support, and literacy surrounding their finances and retirement options.

Our conversation delves into topics such as Rose’s decision to pay off her mortgage, the importance of optimizing earning potential early in a teaching career, how teachers can create wealth and more!

In this episode you’ll learn about:

• Why you need to consider the “golden handcuffs” of pension and time if you’re considering moving districts as a teacher
• Retirement options for teachers and the differences between a 403b and a 457
• Ways teachers can leverage their in-classroom skills to earn more money
• How teachers can invest with a limited income, strategically picking your school district, the power of investigating other interests + more! 

Other Links Mentioned in episode:

• Adam Minsky: Student Loan Lawyer
• Travis Hornsby: student loan planner
• Episode 228- Everything You Need To Know About Student Loan Repayment W/ Travis Hornsby
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• Website
• Instagram: @TeacherTalksMoney
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