Subscribe to Dostcast Clips:https://www.youtube.com/@DostcastClips?sub_confirmation=1Listen to Dostcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70vrbHeSvrcXyOeISTyBSy?si=be05dbdd564245d9Join the Dostcast Janta Party on WhatsApp for regular updates: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbAZwo5D8SDs5kf94N3TWant to suggest a guest?Fill this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1ft_-1QDs7XpsSWnaPOeF21yUlhk9bzKvwHSyh4hHfBU/edit?usp=drivesdk====================================================================Neeraj Arora is a Chartered Accountant who teaches taxation, auditing, and strategic management, and runs over five YouTube channels with more than a million subscribers.In this episode, Vinamre and Neeraj Arora discuss:- Why controlling financial behavior is harder than learning financial concepts, and the biggest money-leaking habits people overlook.- Smart money practices for freelancers and gig workers, and how to plan for retirement with just ₹50,000 monthly expenses.- Long-form vs short-form content in financial learning, how AI will impact finance jobs, and whether you need a degree to master finance.- The logic behind keeping emergency funds, when to enter the equity market, and why preserving capital matters more than quick gains.- The reality of sending kids abroad, homeschooling, lifestyle design through travel, and the timeless rules of investing everyone should follow.If you want to master money without ever needing a finance degree, this episode breaks it down step by step.Timestamps00:00 – Why behavior is difficult to control in finance07:43 – Consuming short-form vs long-form content in finance10:25 – Financial tips for freelancers and gig workers17:10 – Most common money leakage areas22:20 – Physical meetings vs working from home26:54 – iPads and MacBooks in schools31:45 – Neeraj Arora’s music recommendations44:17 – Analyzing UPI transactions48:10 – Case against promotional messages51:50 – Where to keep emergency funds56:12 – When to invest in the equity stock market1:05:45 – Moving countries to save taxes vs staying in India1:12:12 – ₹50,000 monthly expense: Retirement planning1:15:10 – How AI will be helpful1:18:05 – Sending kids abroad to study vs staying in India1:24:00 – Why homeschooling is a good option for your kid1:30:10 – How traveling gives you life experience1:33:50 – Different mindsets for different lifestyles1:41:07 – Why you should never lose your capital1:45:27 – Why not everyone is meant to be an entrepreneur1:48:48 – Why we procrastinate on long-term goals1:50:57 – Gaining deep knowledge without a finance degree1:55:54 – Savings habits that are actually stupid1:58:40 – Role of negotiation in finance2:03:35 – Interest rates of 3% from market loans2:05:20 – Analysis of financial statements2:08:20 – Operational efficiency of Airtel2:15:00 – MacBooks, broken iPads, iPhone 4 nostalgia2:21:52 – Equity, investments, and emergency funds2:28:47 – How he became prudent with money2:31:40 – How anyone can become an investor like him2:39:05 – Simple rules of investing2:56:10 – Purpose of fixed deposits2:59:04 – Loophole of index funds3:02:50 – How to choose your mentors3:15:05 – Conclusion====================================================================Vinamre Kasanaa is a writer at heart, podcaster and entrepreneur by craft.He spends a significant part of his time reading and researching.With over 500 podcasts under his belt, he’s interviewed everyone—from HNIs and industry leaders to everyday superheroes.Follow Vinamre:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinamre-kasanaa-b8524496/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vinamrekasanaa/Twitter: https://twitter.com/VinamreKasanaaDostcast: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dostcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/dostcast====================================================================Contact Us:For business inquiries: dostcast@egiplay.com