160. “My entire paycheck goes to daycare. Should I stay home?”

I Will Teach You To Be Rich

Live in NYC, Carlos and Amanda, 36 and 28, join the show to talk through a recurring issue in their relationship—her earning ability vs. the possibility of staying home with their kids. They recently moved out on their own and Carlos is in school to put himself in position for a higher income.

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