Everyone's Talkin' Money

Having cash feels good. It feels safe. It feels responsible. It feels like proof that you are not being reckless with money. But is there such a thing as saving too much cash? In this episode, Shari Rash, founder of GWA Wealth, breaks down how to know when cash is doing its job — and when it may be quietly holding you back. Cash is important. Emergency funds matter. Money you need soon should not be taking unnecessary market risk. But when too much of your long-term money sits in savings because investing feels uncertain, that “safe” choice may start costing you growth, flexibility, and future options. Shari explains how to tell the difference between smart cash and fear-based cash, why women who are good with money often over-save, and how to decide what money should stay safe versus what money may need to start working harder. You’ll learn: Why cash can feel emotionally safer than investing When cash is absolutely doing its job How much cash may be enough for your emergency fund and near-term goals Why too much cash can create inflation risk and opportunity cost The difference between an emergency fund and a fear fund Why single women may need to think differently about cash, independence, and flexibility How to move from cash to investing without making a dramatic money move The simple Cash Confidence Check-In to help you give every dollar a job The goal is not to drain your savings or shame yourself for holding cash. The goal is to make sure your money is doing the right job for the life you are building. Because safety is not just having money sit still. Safety is knowing your money is working in the right places. If you want help figuring out how much cash to keep, what to invest, and how to connect all of it to your real goals, learn more about working with Shari Rash at GWA Wealth at gwawealth.com. Follow Everyone’s Talkin’ Money on your favorite podcast app and continue the conversation on Instagram @everyonestalkinmoney⁠ Talkin’ Points → where your money gets smarter. Real talk, practical tips, zero guilt straight to your inbox. Sign up here. Be sure to like and follow the show on your favorite podcast app! Shari Rash is a financial planner and Investment Adviser Representative of GWA Wealth, a Registered Investment Adviser. The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as personalized investment, tax, or legal advice. Listening to this podcast does not create an advisory relationship with Shari Rash or GWA Wealth. All investments involve risk, including the potential loss of principal. Any references to specific investments, strategies, or securities are for illustrative purposes only and are not recommendations. You should consult your own financial advisor, tax professional, or attorney regarding your individual situation before making any financial decisions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What will personal finance actually look like five years from now? Will we all have AI money assistants? Will financial advisors still exist? And could technology finally make managing money easier instead of more overwhelming? In this episode, Shari Rash sits down with Dacy Yee, President of Experian Consumer Services, to talk about how technology is transforming the financial world—and what it means for everyday people trying to make smarter decisions with their money. Dacy shares her unexpected career journey from law school to leading one of the largest consumer finance platforms in the world, why many careers (including hers) take unexpected turns, and the advice that helped her move into executive leadership. The conversation also dives into how technology, AI, and automation could remove many of the barriers that have historically kept people out of financial conversations—from fear of asking “dumb questions” to the belief that you need a lot of money before you deserve advice. You’ll hear how tools like Experian’s new “Big Financial Friend” initiative aim to make personal finance more approachable, how AI could act as a financial co-pilot that helps you make better decisions automatically, and why the future of finance might actually feel more human—not less. Shari and Dacy also talk about women in finance, the importance of speaking up about your career goals, and why the advice “declare what you want” can change the trajectory of your career. This episode will leave you thinking differently about where technology is taking our financial lives—and how you can use it to your advantage. You’ll hear: Why many careers in finance happen by accident rather than design How AI and technology will change personal finance in the next five years Why access and personalization will define the future of financial advice How tools like Experian’s virtual assistant help remove shame and barriers around money The career advice that helped Dacy move into executive leadership What a “life credit report” might actually measure If you’re ready for personalized, judgment-free financial guidance, learn more about working with Shari. Shari Rash is the founder of GWA Wealth, a virtual advisory firm helping women make confident, values-aligned decisions with their money. Visit GWA Wealth to explore your next step. Talkin’ Points → where your money gets smarter. Real talk, practical tips, zero guilt straight to your inbox. Sign up here. Be sure to like and follow the show on your favorite podcast app! Keep the conversation going on Instagram @everyonestalkinmoney Shari Rash is a financial planner and Investment Adviser Representative of GWA Wealth, a Registered Investment Adviser. The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as personalized investment, tax, or legal advice. Listening to this podcast does not create an advisory relationship with Shari Rash or GWA Wealth. All investments involve risk, including the potential loss of principal. Any references to specific investments, strategies, or securities are for illustrative purposes only and are not recommendations. You should consult your own financial advisor, tax professional, or attorney regarding your individual situation before making any financial decisions. The views expressed by guests are their own and don’t necessarily reflect the views of GWA Wealth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices