Ready to build a tattoo business that lasts? Join the Tattoo Forever System WorkshopLearn More: https://course.theartfuldollar.com/tattoo-forever-system-yt In this episode of the Artful Dollar podcast, Ryan Roi emphasizes the importance of building a solid financial foundation as a self-employed individual.  Drawing from his own experiences and career transition from a tattoo artist to a licensed financial advisor, Ryan shares critical insights on saving, taxes, retirement planning, and changing one's mindset towards money.  Ryan highlights the necessity of creating emergency savings, responsible debt management, and investing for the future.  This episode is packed with practical tips, personal anecdotes, and a strategic approach to mastering financial security for 2026 and beyond. Here’s the recources mentioned in the podcast: Tattoo Tax Cheat Sheethttps://ryan-roi.notion.site/Tattoo-Tax-Cheat-Sheet-17089a0ba940809bafd8cf2cbbb38207?pvs=143 The Waterfall Money System Tutorialhttps://youtu.be/FZR3ZjTStmE Retirement Saving Graphichttps://drive.google.com/file/d/1179xQ7B5QOTq30YpisUeK3ZlxGIalYsV/view?usp=sharing ——— Ready to build a tattoo business that lasts? Join the Tattoo Forever System WorkshopLearn More: https://course.theartfuldollar.com/tattoo-forever-system-yt ——— Hear what people think about what we do at The Artful Dollar: https://www.theartfuldollar.com/tam-testimonials Find more Artful Dollar podcast episodes on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4P0j85W6U6tG6KTCTQidL4 –—— Follow me on Instagram-  IG: ryanroitattoo  https://www.instagram.com/ryanroitattoo/ Check out my website- https://www.theartfuldollar.com/ #tattooartist #tattoopodcast #personalfinance