The Financial Griot

Over $3,000 per month for Day Care!!! Tackling the High Price of Parenting and Financial Strain

Episode Summary

In this episode Lawrence and Alainta explore the growing challenge of high childcare costs and their financial strain on parents. We also explore how skyrocketing childcare expenses impact families nationwide. The statistics behind childcare costs highlight the stark differences in expenses depending on geographic location and the type of care. We shed light on the underlying factors driving these costs, from regulatory requirements to the wages of childcare workers. We also explore potential solutions and resources available to families, including government subsidies, employer benefits, and community support programs.

Episode Notes

In this episode, Lawrence and Alainta explore the growing challenge of high childcare costs and the financial strain they place on parents. We also explore how skyrocketing childcare expenses impact families nationwide.

The statistics behind childcare costs highlight the stark differences in expenses depending on geographic location and the type of care. We shed light on the underlying factors driving these costs, from regulatory requirements to the wages of childcare workers.

We also explore potential solutions and resources available to families, including government subsidies, employer benefits, and community support programs.

Wait, what's a Financial Griot?

The Financial Griot is a play on two words (Finance + Griot) that hold significance in closing the wealth gap while embracing our differences. Alainta Alcin, Lovely Merdelus, and Lawrence Delva-Gonzalez give their take on current events relating to your personal finances and wealth mindset. Features in the New York Times, Bankrate, and other publications, the hosts share the stories that others don't. 

Stories about growth, opportunity, and even Wars. Beyond that, we tie it back to how it reflects on your finances. Specifically, we teach you how to become financially literate, incorporate actionable steps, and ultimately build generational wealth.

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So there you have it, The Financial Griot, or TFG for short. The hosts amassed over $3 million in wealth in about eight years and are on track to retire early. We will gladly share the secrets if you want them since the opportunity is abundant and Win-Win.

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