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In episode 9 of The BASIC Show, beauty executive and certified financial educator Anna Manukyan joins host Viktorija Pashuta to break down the fundamentals of real wealth, financial freedom, and why creatives and freelancers can no longer afford to remain financially illiterate. Manukyan simplifies complex money concepts, explaining why saving alone isn’t enough and how investing—done wisely and consistently—is key to long-term security. She shares common mistakes creatives make with money, practical strategies for building wealth through low-risk investments, and how tools like custodial accounts can create generational impact. The conversation also dives into how freelancers can structure their income more strategically, including legally paying their children and maximizing tax advantages, as well as the essential types of insurance needed to protect income and assets. Empowering and accessible, the episode reframes money as a tool for independence, stability, and creative freedom.




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