The Investing Mistakes We Made (So You Don't Have To)

Deeply Invested: Manage Money, Budget, Save, Invest, Build Wealth · Apr 28, 2026 · 17m

We're airing our financial dirty laundry today - and we're not sorry about it.

In this episode, Maddie and Meghan get real about the investing mistakes they made when they were just starting out. From maxing out a 401(k) without a plan, to leaving money sitting in cash for an entire year, to unknowingly choosing funds that quietly drained thousands in fees - they've been there.

Here's what they messed up (so you don't have to):

Mistake #1 (Maddie): Maxing out 401(k) contributions way too fast - before her budget could actually handle it

Mistake #2 (Maddie): Investing before building an…