EPISODE · Jun 16, 2026 · 35 MIN
The One Money Lie Most Couples Believe (That Keeps Them Broke)
from Matrimony & Money Podcast · host Sherman Merricks
What if the real reason you’re stuck isn’t a small paycheck… it’s the lie you keep telling yourself?In this raw, funny, and eye-opening episode, we spill the tea on our broke days: calculator in hand at Publix, coupon chaos, endless eggs and sodas, and putting stuff back because the budget said no.We expose the #1 money myth that traps couples: “If we just made more money, everything would fix itself.”Spoiler: More cash without better habits just means more spending. We did it the hard way — paid off $203,000 in 27 months while raising kids. It sucked sometimes, but it worked.You’ll laugh, relate, and get simple fixes:Track every dollar for 30 days (no judgment)Plug one sneaky leak (hello, eating out)Set tiny weekly wins togetherStop the cycle. Build real wealth as a team.Grab our free Money Date Night Kit at matrimonymoney.com and start talking money tonight.If you’re tired of feeling broke no matter what you earn, this episode is your wake-up call.Listen now. Share with your spouse. Tell a friend who needs this.New episode drops weekly — don’t miss it!FREE RESOURCE:The Couples Money Date Guide — the exact step-by-step conversation format Sherman and Cristina used before paying off $203K. Download free at the link below. matrimonymoney.com/links CONNECT WITH US:Instagram: @matrimonyandmoneyFacebook: Matrimony & Money Apple Podcasts: Search "Matrimony and Money"Spotify: Search "Matrimony and Money"As seen on The Dave Ramsey Show · Fox News · Fox Business
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What if the real reason you’re stuck isn’t a small paycheck… it’s the lie you keep telling yourself? In this raw, funny, and eye-opening episode, we spill the tea on our broke days: calculator in hand at Publix, coupon chaos, endless eggs and sodas, and putting stuff back because the budget said no. We expose the #1 money myth that traps couples: “If we just made more money, everything would fix itself.” Spoiler: More cash without better habits just means more spending. We did it the hard way...
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