What would you do if the chance to buy your business space popped up weeks before your wedding...and your honeymoon was suddenly on the chopping block?

In this episode, we chat with a local chiropractor about his decision to purchase a building for his growing practice. He shares the financial shifts, preparation, and real-life lessons that came with moving from tenant to owner.

The plot twist? The opportunity came right before his wedding, and his wife agreed to postpone their honeymoon to help make the purchase happen. Talk about commitment; to marriage and real estate.

If you’ve ever wondered whether owning your business space is worth the risk, this episode delivers honest insight, practical advice, and a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to make the leap.

What does a baby’s first year actually cost? (Spoiler: more than anyone casually mentions.) In this episode of Bleep the Budget, Meghan and Jenna, both new moms, share their perspective on the real expenses that show up during baby’s first year; diapers, formula, bills, childcare, and all the “wait… we have to pay for that too?” moments.

We talk about what surprised us most, what felt manageable, what completely wrecked the budget, and the little wins that had a BIG impact. If you’re expecting, planning for kids, or already deep in the newborn phase, this is an honest, judgment-free look at new-mom money reality… with a little humor to survive it.

Running a nonprofit is a nonstop hustle, and even more so when you’re responsible for a 130-year-old landmark.

In this episode, we sit down with Chad Lindsey, Executive Director of the City Opera House, to break down what it really takes to keep a mission-driven organization alive today. We talk about fundraising, awareness, and community support, clearing up the “opera” misconception (spoiler: there’s no opera), and the constant balancing act between honoring history and staying relevant. Add in the reality of operating like a business and a nonprofit at the same time, and the challenge gets real fast.

This conversation pulls back the curtain on the behind-the-scenes work it takes to keep a historic community institution open, accessible, and thriving.