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The Ramsey Show · July 8, 2026 · 2h 7m

Take Debt Off The Table For Good

Dave Ramsey and George Kamel answer listener questions on debt, investing, renting without a credit score, and what to do with a $500,000 lottery win. The episode focuses on staying out of debt and building wealth through the Baby Steps framework.

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The episode reinforces the Ramsey Baby Steps, a sequential plan for achieving financial peace, starting with a $1,000 emergency fund and then attacking all non-mortgage debt using the debt snowball.

Editorial

Tax Timing for a $500,000 Lottery Win
A caller asked when they should claim a $500,000 lottery prize for optimal tax purposes.
Draining a Roth 403(b) to Pay Off a House
A caller asked if it's okay to drain 68% of their Roth 403(b) to pay off their house.
Renting Without a Credit Score
A caller asked how to rent a home without a credit score.
Using a 401(k) to Pay Off Student Loans
A caller asked if they should use their 401(k) to pay off their student loans.
Investing in Cruise Line Stocks for Onboard Perks
A caller asked whether investing in cruise line single stocks could save them money while onboard.
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