Is hired help worth it?

Lizzy and Lissa break down the hidden costs – financial and otherwise – of hired help. From housekeepers to virtual assistants to TaskRabbit sidekicks, outsourcing parts of your life can be a game-changer, but or a guilt trip. We unpack when hiring help is an investment in your peace of mind, and when it starts to mess with your values, your budget, or your sense of self. Is convenience worth the cost? And who gets to decide? Main Topics 00:00 The Trade-offs of Hiring Help 00:58 Running The Numbers Segment 01:18 Financial Realities of Domestic Workers 03:57 Personal Experiences with Hiring Help 07:45 Emotional and Ethical Considerations 15:21 Balancing Costs and Benefits 18:34 Hypothetical Millionaire Scenario 19:46 Housekeeping and Pets 22:22 Digital Hygiene and Personal Assistants 23:39 The Stigma of Hiring Help 29:05 20 Cents Segment References for Statistics https://www.epi.org/publication/domestic-workers-chartbook-2022/ https://www.bls.gov/oes/2023/may/oes372012.htm Co-Hosts Lizzy Marie, CAIA, is a strategist, alternative investments expert, and a founding partner of Pursuit Funds. Follow Lizzy: Instagram | TikTok Lissa Lumutenga, CFP®, AFC®, is a personal finance expert and content creator. Follow Lissa: YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | LinkedIn Credits ► Produced by Lizzy Marie and Lissa Lumutenga ► Artwork by Lizzy Marie ► Music by Lissa Lumutenga, Net Net Podcast “Theme Song” Talk to us Hit us up, let us know what you think: IS IT WORTH IT? 💸 DM us on Instagram: @netnetpodcast Email us at [email protected] Disclaimer This podcast is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only, and should not be constituted as financial advice or any other kind of professional advice. Views and opinions are our own, and Net Net Podcast does not serve as a substitute for personalized financial guidance tailored to your specific situation. Remember to always do YOUR own research, consult a professional as needed, and feel empowered to make your own decisions!