In this episode of The F Word, Priya Malani tackles the financial anxiety surrounding tariffs and market volatility—without the jargon. She draws a powerful parallel between lane-switching in traffic and panic-driven investing, reminding listeners that reaction isn’t always strategy.

Through real examples from 2008, COVID, and previous tariff scares, Priya breaks down why staying invested—especially during uncertain times—is the smartest long-term move. This isn’t about ignoring bad news. It’s about having a plan that’s built for it. If headlines are making you question your portfolio, this episode will help you pause, zoom out, and move forward with clarity.

Tune Into This Episode to Hear:

• Why reacting to market dips usually leaves you worse off

• The surprising story of who actually outperforms in the market (hint: it’s not the pros)

• What history teaches us about staying calm through crashes, tariffs, and chaos

• Three steps to take when headlines make you want to pull your money out

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In this episode, Priya Malani is joined by marital attorney Ian Steinberg for a candid conversation about prenups: what they are, what they aren’t, and why they matter more than you think. More than just legal protection, prenups are a tool for clarity, communication, and financial partnership. Especially when caregiving roles, debt, or business interests are involved. If you think prenups are only for the wealthy, this conversation will change your mind.

Priya and Ian break down the difference between marital and separate property, the risks of commingling assets, and how state laws can shape what happens in divorce if no agreement is in place.

Tune Into This Episode to Hear:

• • Why prenups aren’t just for rich people and how they protect both partners
  • The difference between marital and separate property (and how easily they get mixed)
  • How prenups can help safeguard caregiving roles, clarify debt, and reduce future conflict
  • What makes a prenup valid, and why timing and legal representation matter

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  THE STUFF OUR LAWYERS WANT US TO SAY: Stash Wealth is a Registered Investment Advisor. Content presented is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to make an offer or solicitation for any specific securities product, service, or strategy. Consult with a qualified investment adviser (that's us) before implementing any strategy. Investing involves risk, including the loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. There…we said it.

Priya Malani shares the story of Ava and Matteo, a high-earning couple navigating the emotional side of merging their finances. Their journey reveals the deeper fears that often hold people back - like losing control, repeating family money mistakes, or simply not knowing where to start.

Through their experience, Priya explores how financial intimacy is built not by spreadsheets, but by trust, transparency, and communication. She offers practical steps for merging money with your partner, but more importantly, reframes the process as a tool for connection - not just logistics.

Tune Into This Episode to Hear:

• Why fear of merging finances usually has nothing to do with money.
• How hiding financial details can quietly erode closeness in your relationship.
• What Ava and Matteo got right—and wrong—when trying to combine their money.
• The small shifts that turn financial stress into a sense of shared purpose.

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THE STUFF OUR LAWYERS WANT US TO SAY: Stash Wealth is a Registered Investment Advisor. Content presented is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to make an offer or solicitation for any specific securities product, service, or strategy. Consult with a qualified investment adviser (that's us) before implementing any strategy. Investing involves risk, including the loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. There…we said it.