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The Ramsey Show · July 20, 2026 · 2h 6m

The Decisions You Make Now Shape Your Success

George Kamel, Jade Warshaw

George Kamel and Jade Warshaw answer caller questions on debt reduction, career trade-offs, using emergency funds for a home purchase, evaluating a business buy, and getting adult children to repay co-signed student loans.

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Highlights

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Pay Off Debt Before Expanding the Family
The hosts advised that paying off $40,000 in credit card debt should take priority over preparing for a new baby.
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Do Not Use Emergency Fund for a Home Down Payment
The callers were reminded that emergency funds are for true emergencies—not for home purchases—and should not be raided for a down payment.
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Evaluating a $200,000 Business Purchase
The hosts advised checking the business's cash flow, ensuring the price is justified, and avoiding debt to buy it.
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Getting Adult Children to Repay Co-Signed Student Loans
They suggested having a direct, honest conversation about the original agreement and holding the daughter accountable to repay the debt.
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Editorial

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Passion vs. Earning Potential in Career Choice
They discussed that a career does not have to be a passion; it can be a way to fund your life and eventually lead to passion through competence.
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