The Ramsey Show · October 22, 2026 · 2h 7m

Don’t Let Shame Keep You Stuck

George Kamel and Rachel Cruze answer viewer questions about large family gifts, student loan forgiveness, investment strategies, overspending, and credit card debt. Callers wrestle with whether to accept help, how to stop a financial bleed, and the emotional weight of owing money.

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Gift to Pay Off Student Loans vs. Waiting for Forgiveness

A caller’s sister-in-law offers $73,000 to pay off the wife’s student loans, prompting the question of whether to accept now or wait and hope the loans are forgiven.

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Financial Advisor Suggests Borrowing for Living Expenses

A caller’s financial advisor recommends taking out a loan to cover living expenses rather than drawing from investments, raising concerns about whether that is sound advice.

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