EP. 159 Paying Off $200K+ Of Debt, Saying No To Side Hustles + Student Loan Forgiveness With Nika Booth

Nika Booth, award-winning debt expert and woman behind @debtfreegonnabe, joins the podcast to discuss all things six-figure debt free journey, student loans, and Instagram Finfluencer fame.  We talk about the importance of taking care of yourself, avoiding Dave Ramsey or any strict personal finance advice, building in fun money, and making sure your budget fits your life.  @debtfreegonnabe has been featured in Business Insider, Bankrate, CNBC, and Yahoo Finance, just to name a few. Nika has amassed an impressive following of 70k+ on Instagram and helps people slay debt without sacrificing fun.  In this episode, Nika and I chat about: How a 35 day furlough lit a fire under Nika to start her debt free journey  The dangers of under-withholding and not filing taxes (hint: don’t do this) Why community has been essential during Nika’s debt payoff journey Instacart, Mercari, Receptionist and the catch-22 of gazelle intensity + side hustles  Balance, boundaries, and stepping away from chasing the algorithm + more MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: Don’t F With The IRS Mercari Sell Your Sh*t On Mercari Demolish Your Debt Resource Guide GUEST BIO: NIKA BOOTH In 2018, Nika got serious about her debt and became passionate about all things personal finance. Today, she’s an award-winning personal finance content creator and a go-to expert on money, debt, and student loan repayment.  @debtfreegonnabe has been featured in Business Insider, Bankrate, CNBC, and Yahoo Finance, just to name a few. Nika has amassed an impressive following of 70k+ on Instagram and helps people slay debt without sacrificing fun.  GUEST SOCIAL + WEBSITE: Instagram TikTok Facebook Twitter Website ASSUL RESOURCES: 1:1 Coaching With Sami: Apply today YouTube: Subscribe for free  Instagram: Follow me on the ‘gram  Facebook: Follow me on Facebook The Sunny Sqad: Join the VIP Facebook Group SHOW INFORMATION: A Sunny Side Up Life A Sunny Side Up Life Podcast is a show for women who are ready to live an abundant life full of freedom + positivity. Sami Womack, nationally recognized money expert and finance coach guides listeners toward breaing free from survival mode, gaining financial freedom, staying motivated, and focusing on what matters most. Learn more at: https://www.asunnysideuplife.com    HOST BIO: Sami Womack Sami Womack is the brains behind A Sunny Side Up Life. Her weekly podcast has been downloaded over 250,000 times, and her story has been featured on YNAB, Debt.com, The Purpose Show with Allie Casazza, and The His & Her Money Show. When she’s not downing caramel coffee or homeschooling her daughters, she’s creating content, collaborating with finance/minimalist organizations, and inspiring women all over the world to live an intentional life. She began this journey with her high school sweetheart, Daniel, and a debt price tag of $490,000. They both took control of their family’s finances by downsizing, budgeting, and changing habits. From this experience, A Sunny Side Up Life was born. Today, Sami owns this business helping women get through dark times and experience the life-altering magic of intentional living. DISCLAIMER(S): This show may contain affiliate links or links from my advertisers where I earn a commission or direct payment. Opinions are the creators alone. Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. CREDITS: Podcast Support: Weir Digital Marketing Podcast Artwork: Weir Digital Marketing Audio Engineer: Garrett Davis