Financial education doesn’t have to be boring! In this episode of The Teacher Money Show, I sit down with Susan Meredith, inventor of Mentomorph Money, to explore how game-based learning can revolutionize financial literacy education.

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In this episode we dive into:

🎮 How games help students and adults practice financial decision-making in a low-risk environment

💡 The difference between game-based learning and gamification (and why it matters)

📈 How focusing on net worth beyond just money shifts financial mindsets

🤯 The emotional barriers to learning about money and how games can break them

🛠️ Practical ways educators and financial coaches can use games to teach real financial skills

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In this episode, Shaun Morgan shares his real-world experiences — the good, the bad, and the stressful — of investing in real estate as a teacher. From a risky wholesale deal helping a friend facing foreclosure to buying a triplex in a high-crime area, Shaun breaks down the *true* challenges behind the dream of passive income.

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In this episode you'll learn:

✅ The hidden risks of real estate investing

✅ Why teachers need to approach property investing with caution

✅ The emotional toll of tenant evictions

✅ How inaccurate property valuations can cost you BIG

✅ The critical importance of an emergency fund

✅ Tips for building strong tenant relationships

✅ How to assess if real estate investing is right for you

The point of this episode is not to scare you away from real estate but to give you an accurate view of the downside of real estate. If you proceed with appropriate caution you'll do great!

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In this episode, I’m joined by **Yanely Espinal**, Director of Educational Outreach at **Next Gen Personal Finance (NGPF)** and creator of @MissBeHelpful, to discuss the critical need for **personal finance education in schools**. Yanely shares her journey from teacher to financial literacy advocate and offers actionable steps for educators to **advocate for personal finance as a required high school course**. We cover how grassroots efforts can drive change, why a **full-semester course is necessary**, and how NGPF provides **free, high-quality curriculum** for teachers. Explore the show notes at:https://www.teachermoneyshow.com/show77Become a guest on the show:https://www.teachermoneyshow.com/guestLeave a voicemail question:https://www.speakpipe.com/teachermoneyshowBring Financial Literacy to your Classroom/Life with Yanely's Book, Mind Your Money (Affiliate Link):https://amzn.to/3DXMHwX🎯 **Key Topics:** ✅ Why personal finance must be a graduation requirement ✅ How teachers can **start advocacy efforts** at the school and district level ✅ Tips for reviewing and supporting **state-level legislation** ✅ How to ensure flexibility in **teacher qualifications and course implementation** ✅ Leveraging **automation** to save time and improve financial habits If you’re passionate about helping students build lifelong money skills, this episode is for you! Learn how to **start local, advocate for change**, and bring financial literacy to every classroom. #FinancialLiteracy #TeacherMoney #PersonalFinanceForStudents #NGPF #AdvocateForEducation #MoneySkills #FinancialEducation #TeachersMatter #MissBeHelpful