Reality Check: You CAN Afford to Start a Family | Money Moves with Jill Schlesinger
Most Gen Z and millennials say the cost of raising a child feels financially out of reach and many don't believe they can start a family within the next five years. Jill offers a reality check: if you want kids, don't let fear stop you.
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Jill Schlesinger says many young people think having a child is too expensive. She explains that with good planning, raising a family can be affordable. Guest Kayla Sabbagh joins her to share tips on budgeting and saving. A 23‑year‑old listener named Brianna calls in asking for advice on starting a family while living with her parents.
Why it matters
Many adults worry that money will stop them from having children. The segment shows practical steps that can make parenthood possible even on a tight budget.
- What does Jill Schlesinger say about the cost of raising a child?
- She says it feels out of reach for many, but good planning can make it affordable.
- Who joined Jill as a guest host?
- Kayla Sabbagh from Greenspring Advisors joined her.
- Who called in for advice?
- A 23‑year‑old named Brianna, who lives with her parents, called in for guidance.
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Reality Check: You CAN Afford to Start a Family | Money Moves with Jill Schlesinger
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