Family, Fraud, and Financial Literacy: Life Lessons from Tim Smith | E49

What if your kids graduated from college knowing how to budget, invest, and avoid getting scammed?

In this heartfelt and wide-ranging episode, Deb Meyer sits down with Tim Smith, Certified Financial PlannerTM, founder of Aurora Private Wealth, and co-host of The Financial Dad podcast. They explore the critical (and often missing) elements of financial education for young adults, especially creatives and entrepreneurs navigating money on their own.

But the conversation doesn’t stop there. Tim opens up about a massive fraud case he witnessed firsthand — involving $15 million stolen under his watch — and how that experience fueled his upcoming book. You’ll also hear honest reflections on parenting, overcommitted families, building strong marriages, and redefining what “success” looks like in a pressure-filled world.

This episode is a must-listen for parents who want to make smarter financial decisions.

Deb MeyerOctober 16, 2025WorthyNest LLCfamily finance, beyond budgets, investor fraud, financial red flags, financial advisor transparency, independent custodian, investment advisory scams, how to choose a financial advisor, financial literacy for young adults, custody of assets, avoiding investment scams, financial safeguards, family financial planning tips, teaching kids about moneyComment