I just received a great email from Diane Kaye, who says,

My partner and I are considering starting a family.

We can afford our expenses on just one salary,

but I'm wondering what other financial issues a stay-at-home mom should consider,

such as retirement, disability insurance,

and preparing for potential divorce or death of a working spouse.

Thank you so much for your question, Diane.

You're definitely thinking about some very important and critical issues ahead of starting your family.

So this show will cover nine strategies to protect your family with strong financial safety nets.

So you're feeling control and you can manage whatever the future brings.

Hello, friends, and thank you for joining me this week.

My name is Laura Adams.

I'm a personal finance expert who's been hosting the Money Girl podcast

since 2008.

I'm also an award-winning author,

and my most recent title was an Amazon number one new release,

called Money Smart Solo Prenour,

a personal finance system for freelancers,

entrepreneurs, and side hustlers.

So if you're thinking about starting a business,

or maybe you've already started a side hustle,

or you're really wanting to increase your income sources,

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