Thriving as Empty Nesters: Marriage, Money & “Saying Yes” w/ Rick & Clancy
Bartelle's Money Talk by Bartelles Financial Coaching
Episode notes
Are you an empty nester—or getting close? In this fun, honest convo, Johnny & Theresa sit down with Rick and Clancy from The Loud Quiet to talk about rediscovering your spouse, building community, and handling money once the kids launch (or… boomerang 😅).
How to reconnect as a couple after the last kid leaves
Practical ways to build new friendships (especially for men)
Travel-on-a-budget ideas & why learning to say “yes” matters
Launching kids wisely: university vs. trades, letting them lead, redefining “launch” in today’s economy
Money shifts in the empty nest (club sports → college costs, 529s, retirement first)
“All-inclusive vacations” w ...