In this episode of *Master Your Money: Budgeting, Saving, and Debt-Free Living*, Nate Tanner unpacks the myth that more income automatically solves money problems. Through stories, stats, and Triggator strategies, Nate exposes lifestyle inflation and shows how to align new income with your goals—Budget, Save, and Pay Off Debt. If you’ve ever wondered why your raise disappeared without improving your life, this one’s for you.