EPISODE · Dec 18, 2025 · 2H 8M
No One Makes Good Decisions out of Fear or Desperation
from The Ramsey Show · host Ramsey Network
🤔 Think you’re good with money? Take our Money in America quiz! Dave Ramsey and Dr. John Delony answer your questions and discuss: “How can I protect myself from my husband’s gambling problem?” “I signed up for a student loan assistance program but I feel like I am being extorted rather than helped” “I am closing on a house I can’t afford and I’m pregnant. What should I do to get through this season?” “Should we sell a car we were gifted?” “Should I get a 529 plan for my children?” “My elderly mother has developed a gambling addiction, I feel guilty for not wanting to fund her addiction” “We are about to lose 80% of our income. Should we pay down our debt or save?” “Should I pull money from retirement to pay off my car?” “Is it too late for me to prepare for retirement?” “Should I let my son enjoy the fruits of his hard work?” “Should we pay off our house after we sell our rental?” “I received a personal injury settlement of $420,000. How should I manage this large lump sum?” “Am I risking my almost $1M net worth by carrying $1.4M in debt?” Next Steps: ✔️ Help us make the show better. Please take this short survey. 📞 Have a question for the show? Call 888-825-5225 weekdays from 2–5 p.m. ET or send us an email 💵 Start your free budget today by downloading the EveryDollar app 🏠 Find a Ramsey Trusted Real Estate Agent 💻 Find out where you stand with your money and get a free plan 📘 Preorder What No One Tells You About Money today now and get $100+ in bonus items 🏛️ Support the Timeshare Pricing Transparency Act Connect With Our Sponsors: Stop paying more and start shopping smarter at ALDI. Amazon is making it easier than ever to find top gifts at amazing prices this season in the Holiday Shop. Get 10% off your first month of BetterHelp. Go to Boost Mobile to switch today! Go to Casper Sleep and use promo code RAMSEY to learn more. Learn more about Christian Healthcare Ministries. Get started today with Churchill Mortgage. Get 20% off when you join DeleteMe. Go to FAIRWINDS Credit Union for an exclusive account bundle! Debt collectors hassling you? Take back control of your life at Guardian Litigation Group Find top health insurance plans at Health Trust Financial. Use code RAMSEY to save 20% at Mama Bear Legal Forms. Visit NetSuite today to learn more. For more information, go to SimpliSafe. Get started with YRefy or call 844-2-RAMSEY. Visit Zander Insurance for your free instant quote today! Explore more from Ramsey Network: 💸 The Ramsey Show Highlights 🧠 The Dr. John Delony Show 🍸 Smart Money Happy Hour 💡 The Rachel Cruze Show 💰 George Kamel 🪑 Front Row Seat with Ken Coleman 📈 EntreLeadership Ramsey Solutions Privacy Policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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🤔 Think you’re good with money? Take our Money in America quiz! Dave Ramsey and Dr. John Delony answer your questions and discuss: “How can I protect myself from my husband’s gambling problem?” “I signed up for a student loan assistance program but I feel like I am being extorted rather than helped” “I am closing on a house I can’t afford and I’m pregnant. What should I do to get through this season?” “Should we sell a car we were gifted?” “Should I get a 529 plan for my children?” “My elderly mother has developed a gambling addiction, I feel guilty for not wanting to fund her addiction” “We are about to lose 80% of our income. Should we pay down our debt or save?” “Should I pull money from retirement to pay off my car?” “Is it too late for me to prepare for retirement?” “Should I let my son enjoy the fruits of his hard work?” “Should we pay off our house after we sell our rental?” “I received a personal injury settlement of $420,000. How should I manage this large lump sum?” “Am I risking my almost $1M net worth by carrying $1.4M in debt?” Next Steps: ✔️ Help us make the show better. Please take this short survey. 📞 Have a question for the show? Call 888-825-5225 weekdays from 2–5 p.m. ET or send us an email 💵 Start your free budget today by downloading the EveryDollar app 🏠 Find a Ramsey Trusted Real Estate Agent 💻 Find out where you stand with your money and get a free plan 📘 Preorder What No One Tells You About Money today now and get $100+ in bonus items 🏛️ Support the Timeshare Pricing Transparency Act Connect With Our Sponsors: Stop paying more and start shopping smarter at ALDI. Amazon is making it easier than ever to find top gifts at amazing prices this season in the Holiday Shop. Get 10% off your first month of BetterHelp. Go to Boost Mobile to switch today! Go to Casper Sleep and use promo code RAMSEY to learn more. Learn more about Christian Healthcare Ministries. Get started today with Churchill Mortgage. Get 20% off when you join DeleteMe. Go to FAIRWINDS Credit Union for an exclusive account bundle! Debt collectors hassling you? Take back control of your life at Guardian Litigation Group Find top health insurance plans at Health Trust Financial. Use code RAMSEY to save 20% at Mama Bear Legal Forms. Visit NetSuite today to learn more. For more information, go to SimpliSafe. Get started with YRefy or call 844-2-RAMSEY. Visit Zander Insurance for your free instant quote today! Explore more from Ramsey Network: 💸 The Ramsey Show Highlights 🧠 The Dr. John Delony Show 🍸 Smart Money Happy Hour 💡 The Rachel Cruze Show 💰 George Kamel 🪑 Front Row Seat with Ken Coleman 📈 EntreLeadership Ramsey Solutions Privacy Policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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