"I make $180k and have 2 kids, can I justify my $200 Pilates membership?"

In this special Mailbag episode, we welcome back personal finance expert Dana Miranda, author of You Don’t Need a Budget, to tackle your most pressing money questions. From navigating early retirement goals to rebuilding credit post-divorce to whether or not you can justify your boutique Pilates membership, we’re getting real about money, self-care, and financial freedom. Mailbag Questions: 01:00 “I’m 58, burnt out, and want to retire early; is $200k saved enough?” 07:00 “Should I use my 401(k) to pay off $70K in debt?” 13:00 “Can I afford to work part-time post-divorce, or do I need to look for a full-time job?” 20:00 “I make $180k and have 2 kids, is $200 a month too much for a gym membership?” Looking for more financial confidence? 🚀 FinanceFixx – Our 4-week or 8-week coaching program to get your finances on track! 📈 InvestingFixx – A club for women ready to grow their wealth. Your first month is FREE. Have a question for us? Write to us (or send us a voice note!) at mailbag@hermoney.com.  While you’re at it, join the HerMoney community! For the latest episode drops and financial news-you-can-use, subscribe to our newsletter at Hermoney.com/subscribe! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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