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The 80 Percent

Fitz Villafuerte 325 Episodes Aug 24, 2026

Hi, my name is Fitz Villafuerte. I'm a Registered Financial Planner and a financial literacy advocate based in the Philippines. This podcast is about learning smart money habits and the proper mindset to achieve financial success. I speak in English and Filipino in this podcast.

Episodes

What Happens If Your Income Suddenly Stops?
What Happens If Your Income Suddenly Stops? Aug 24, 2026 15:50 Welcome to Episode 249 of The 80 Percent.What happens if your income suddenly stops? Learn how to stress-test your finances, build an emergency fund, diversify income, and prepare for unexpected financial setbacks.For the show notes, visit my blog post here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How to Stay Ahead When Everything Gets More Expensive
How to Stay Ahead When Everything Gets More Expensive Aug 14, 2026 13:11 Welcome to Episode 248 of The 80 Percent.The cost of living just continues to increase, and our salary can’t always keep up. When everything suddenly costs more, what should you do? Let’s discuss that in this episode.For the show notes, visit my blog post here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When Credit Card Debt Keeps You Awake at Night
When Credit Card Debt Keeps You Awake at Night Jul 30, 2026 13:54 Welcome to Episode 247 of The 80 Percent.Feeling overwhelmed by credit card debt? Learn practical ways to manage the anxiety that comes with debt, regain control of your finances, and take the first steps toward financial recovery.For the show notes, visit my blog post here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The 4 Pillars of Smart Financial Planning
The 4 Pillars of Smart Financial Planning Jul 23, 2026 15:03 Welcome to Episode 246 of The 80 Percent.Good financial planning isn't just about investing. It's about building a strong foundation that supports every aspect of your financial life.For the show notes, visit my blog post here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5 Conversations That Young Couples Should Have About Money
5 Conversations That Young Couples Should Have About Money Jul 17, 2026 5:45 Reblog are special episodes of The 80 Percent podcast. It’s when I read a selected article from my personal finance blog and website, Ready To Be Rich.You can read today's article here: https://t.ly/EDw9C Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When Saving Feels Useless, It's Financial Nihilism
When Saving Feels Useless, It's Financial Nihilism Jul 10, 2026 13:41 Welcome to Episode 245 of The 80 Percent.Have you ever felt like saving and investing no longer make a difference? You're not alone. In this episode, we explore the growing phenomenon of financial nihilism, the belief that it's pointless to plan for the future because the odds seem stacked against us.For the show notes, visit my blog post here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor
GCash Is Going Public. Should You Invest?
GCash Is Going Public. Should You Invest? Jul 3, 2026 7:46 The 80 Percent Express are special short episodes in which I share a financial concept or answer a question sent by a listener.GCash is preparing for what could become one of the biggest and most anticipated IPOs in the Philippine stock market. As the country's leading digital wallet continues to expand its ecosystem, many Filipinos are asking the same question: Should I invest once it goes public
What If You Don’t Need Millions to Retire Early?
What If You Don’t Need Millions to Retire Early? Jun 26, 2026 21:14 Welcome to Episode 244 of The 80 Percent.Think you need millions to retire early? Discover the Reverse FIRE movement and learn how Filipinos can achieve financial freedom through intentional living, flexible income, and lower expenses.For the show notes, visit my blog post here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Opportunity Cost of Passion Projects
The Opportunity Cost of Passion Projects Jun 18, 2026 12:23 Welcome to Episode 243 of The 80 Percent.After a long break from podcasting, I share the real reasons behind my absence, the tension between passion and practicality, and the important lesson that sometimes the best decision is to prioritize what matters most right now.For the show notes, visit my blog post here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Investment Strategy for 2026
Investment Strategy for 2026 Feb 13, 2026 18:40 Welcome to Episode 242 of The 80 Percent.Where should Filipinos invest in 2026? In this episode, we cut through the noise and discuss investing strategies for this year. No hype. Just clear thinking and practical investment choices.For the show notes, visit my blog post here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Why I Went Quiet for a While
Why I Went Quiet for a While Jan 16, 2026 2:51 I took a short, unexpected break, and I’ll be back with new episodes soon. In the meantime, you can catch up on past episodes at www.the80percentpodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Listen Back: 5 Money Mistakes That People Don’t Know They’re Making
Listen Back: 5 Money Mistakes That People Don’t Know They’re Making Dec 19, 2025 16:52 Listen Back episodes are past episodes of The 80 Percent you might have missed, so we’re bringing them back, especially for our new listeners.This was Episode 169. For the original show notes, visit my blog post here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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