From being knee-deep in credit card debt to becoming a critically acclaimed author in the financial literacy space, Clifton Corbin has been through it all. In this incredibly insightful episode, we’re sitting down with Clifton to talk about the mistakes that led him to rack up credit card debt -- and the transformative mindset that helped him clear his debts in no time! As a Registered Financial Consultant (RFC), our guest today is committed to mentoring clients to achieve financial success for themselves and, most importantly, their families.

As a father of two young children, Clifton is now a vocal advocate for teaching children about financial wisdom. With his interactive kids’ workbook and modernized version of “The Richest Man In Babylon,” Clifton is passionate about helping parents teach their kids the complex topic of personal finance. Tune in for an episode full of wisdom on practical insights on clearing debt, leveraging properties for extra income streams, and navigating personal finance in today’s modern world.

PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:
[3:15] Clifton’s Introduction to Financial Independence
[5:25] On the Struggle of Paying off Debt in His 20s
[9:35] The Crucial Mindset Shift to Overcoming Debt
[16:44] What Comes First: Invest First Or Pay Off Loans?
[24:30] Navigating His First Real Deal
[30:55] How To Best Screen Tenants for Rental Units
[34:45] Talking To Your Kids About Financial Literacy
[39:53] The Two Kinds of Kids
[43:50] The Importance of Instilling Financial Literacy at a Young Age
[45:10] Clifton’s Best Piece of Advice

HOSTS
Craig Curelop
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Ali Garced
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GUEST
Clifton Corbin
💻 Website: https://cliftoncorbin.com/
💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cdcorbin/
🗣 Twitter: https://twitter.com/cdcorbin
📚Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Clifton-D.-Corbin/author/B09KQ6LRVH
🌳 Linktree https://linktr.ee/cliftoncorbin

Check out Clifton’s recommendation here:

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey - https://a.co/d/85fJvpz
Babel by R. F Kuang - https://a.co/d/7Jnm8ii

Check out Clifton’s published books here:

The Richest Man In Babylon (Illustrated): Revised for Modern Times by George S. Clason - https://a.co/d/hyUea62
Your Kids, Their Money - https://a.co/d/anJn1Jb

Free interactive workbook on financial literacy! - kidsmoneyworkbook.com

Episode 144 - Teaching Your Family About Financial Literacy With Clifton Corbin

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