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Host Jill Schlesinger, CFP®, tackles sometimes uncomfortable and even controversial money and investing issues, without the financial jargon, to get to the heart of what’s important for anyone to know. Jill takes listener phone calls and interviews informative and entertaining guests each week to uncover surprising insights and provide actionable information so you can make the most of your money. Have a question? Email us at askjill at jillonmoney dot com.
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NerdWallet’s objective finance journalists answer real-world questions empowering you to make smarter decisions with your money and help your finances thrive. The Nerds are your resource to make the most of your personal finances, while cutting through the clutter and misinformation of today’s economic news and advice. You’ll get clarity on strategies to help you build your wealth, invest wisely, shop for financial products, and plan for major life events. By the end of each episode, you’ll ...
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Caleb Kioh, Founder of the WalletGyde, talks with top industry professionals to go on a financial journey that creates a platform for success. The habits learned will change your financial lifestyle so you can more easily manage your money. Follow @WalletGyde on IG to develop the right habits to save!
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After getting hit with some large tax bills from our managed account, is it time to manage it on my own? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and o…
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In this episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona takes off with NerdWallet's travel expert Sally French to explore the surprising trend of dropping airfares in 2024. Despite the inflation affecting almost every corner of the economy, travelers are seeing a welcome decrease in ticket prices, especially for international flights. From a nearly 12% drop…
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Learn about fundamentals to consider before buying an individual stock and what to do if you over-contribute to a Roth IRA. 00:58 This Week in Your Money: What fundamentals should you consider before buying an individual stock? What should you do if you accidentally over-contribute to a Roth IRA? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola discuss cautio…
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After retiring a tiny bit earlier than expected, am I okay as is? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www…
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With retirement in the near future, have I accumulated enough to call it quits in a secure fashion? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our pr…
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After changing jobs several times over the last decade, I find myself in need of some account consolidation. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data a…
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As I'm set to turn 62, I'm thinking about retiring. Can I do it? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.…
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Learn how scammers deceive victims by using AI for voice cloning and learn how you can protect yourself from other AI-related fraud. How can you protect yourself from AI-driven scams that target your finances? What new scams are happening as technology advances? Hosts Sean Pyles and Sara Rathner discuss the alarming use of AI in scams and the futur…
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With a bunch of money sitting in cash for a potential home purchase, should we leave as is, or invest it? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and …
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Learn how investors use artificial intelligence to make decisions. Plus: AI’s current capabilities and limitations in finance. How does AI affect investment decisions? What are AI’s limitations in finance? Hosts Sean Pyles and Anna Helhoski explore these questions and more with Sam Taube, an investing writer at NerdWallet, who shares insights on AI…
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We think we are in good shape to be fully retired in about two years but we're not totally sure. What do you think? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener…
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I'd love to get your thoughts on how I am poised for retirement, if there is anything I am missing and/or should be doing differently? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn …
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In a world where the cost of living is constantly on the rise, millennials are facing a unique financial dilemma: to have or not to have children. This week on PennyWise, Nat Cardona is joined by NerdWallet's personal finance writer Kim Palmer to unpack the economic factors influencing family planning decisions. With childcare expenses skyrocketing…
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Discover methods to achieve financial harmony in relationships and learn why fiduciary advisors are often considered trustworthy. 0:52 Sara’s Corner: How can couples equitably share the mental load of managing finances? Can you trust fiduciary financial advisors? Hosts Sean Pyles and Sara Rathner begin with a discussion about the division of financ…
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I'm looking for advice on how to invest for my next chapter since my life completely changed after a gray divorce that was unexpected and moved very fast. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgo…
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After working in IT for 28 years, I'm considering retirement in the near future. Can I do it? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our privacy …
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With pensions in our future, and a good chunk of pre-tax savings, should we make the switch to Roth contributions? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener …
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With interest rates so high, did we make a huge mistake by purchasing a new home? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices vi…
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Million Dollar Advice is a work and career advice podcast hosted by friends and colleagues Kim Lessing and Kate Arend. Together Kim and Kate run Amy Poehler’s Paper Kite Productions and are very cool and good at their jobs. Each week, they will help live callers with their work-related dilemmas. Whether you have a question or you just like listenin…
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Learn how to spot and avoid online scams, including imposter scams, investment scams, phishing, vishing and smishing. How can you protect yourself from financial scams? What steps should you take if you fall victim to one of these schemes? Hosts Sean Pyles and Sara Rathner discuss the pressing issue of online frauds and strategies for safeguarding …
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Both my husband and I are retiring this year and we could really use your expertise with several of our questions. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener …
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Learn why homeowners insurance costs are rising, tactics to find affordable coverage, and how to know if you have enough. Why are homeowners insurance costs rising? How can you tell if you have enough insurance? Hosts Sean Pyles and Anna Helhoski delve into the factors behind rising home insurance premiums, from climate change-induced disasters to …
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I am good at saving and living within my means, but I don't know when to pivot so that I can start to lessen that pathway and move into the next phase of life. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.j…
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I joined CBS Mornings with a look at the potential disruptions to the global economy, including impacts on oil markets after Iran's unprecedented launch of more than 300 missiles and drones toward Israel on Saturday. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmo…
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Credit card late fees can be the bane of any budget, but a new rule from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau might just be the relief many users need. In this episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona delves into the details with NerdWallet's credit card expert Sara Rathner. They break down the significant drop from $32 to $8 in maximum late fees…
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Learn how to control your behavioral economics biases and whether it’s ever worth it to use a credit repair service. 00:58 Behavioral Economics Biases: How can you master the psychology behind your financial decisions? Are credit repair services really worth the investment? Hosts Sean Pyles and Sara Rathner discuss behavioral finance biases to help…
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Can I leave my high income job in two to three years and live out my dream of traveling? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our privacy pract…
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As I consider whether or not to turn on my pension, which option should I choose? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices vi…
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With my income down for a short period of time, what should my tax strategy be? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visi…
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I would like to leave my corporate role and focus on pursuits that likely won't generate any income. Can I do it? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener d…
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Explore how to protect yourself from identity fraud, understand its emotional toll and learn fraud recovery steps. How can you protect yourself from identity theft and fraud? What steps should you take if you become a victim of financial fraud? Hosts Sean Pyles and Sara Rathner delve into the unsettling world of identity theft and fraud prevention …
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I'm facing my first RMD this year without any withdrawal strategy planning. Am I stuck with this enormous RMD that has affected my income tax and will do nothing but grow larger every year? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme m…
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Unlock insights on vacation spending to leverage summer travel trends, and dive into the latest employment report. Planning to travel this summer? In this episode of NerdWallet’s Smart Money podcast, hosts Sean Pyles and Anna Helhoski delve into the world of summer travel. They discuss the key findings from NerdWallet’s 2024 Summer Travel Report, r…
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According to all the financial calculators, I'm behind in terms of saving for retirement. Are they accurate? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data a…
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I am wondering if it's worth it to change my contributions to put more into a Roth, and if so, should I put it into my work Roth or my Vanguard Roth? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman…
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Pet owners know that their cuddly companions can rack up quite the bill, especially when accidents happen. Join us on Pennywise as Nat Cardona chats with Kim Palmer from Nerdwallet about the financial cushion pet insurance can provide. They discuss the potential benefits and pitfalls, including how pre-existing conditions and age affect coverage. T…
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Get a comprehensive breakdown of strategies for buying, selling, and improving homes in our homeowners lightning round. 00:42 This Month’s Nerdy Question: What’s the best thing you spent your money on this month? Hosts Sean Pyles and Sara Rathner kick off a new segment by sharing some of their recent purchases, in a new segment designed to encourag…
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My wife and I are both 32 and we're wondering how we should be approaching our retirement planning. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our pr…
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This weekend we're sharing a snippet of our recent chat with Cal Newport, bestselling author and one of the world’s top productivity experts, who joined us on the most recent webinar to share his groundbreaking philosophy for creating great work at a sustainable pace.. Want more of Jill and Cal? Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE to watch the full cha…
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This weekend we're sharing a snippet of our recent chat with Cal Newport, bestselling author and one of the world’s top productivity experts, who joined us on the most recent webinar to share his groundbreaking philosophy for creating great work at a sustainable pace.. Want more of Jill and Cal? Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE to watch the full cha…
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I’m 60 years old and was recently laid off, which has given me the chance to review our finances and consider retirement. Can I do it? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn …
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Learn how to protect your identity from theft and fraud by understanding how criminals are exposing authentication flaws. How can you protect yourself from identity theft and financial scams? What steps should you take if your identity has been compromised? Hosts Sean Pyles and Sara Rathner discuss the pervasiveness of identity theft and practical …
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With competing financial needs, including a wedding and student loans, where should the focus be? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our priv…
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Explore the latest on inflation, employment, and growth trends, and what it means for the future of the US economy. How is the economy doing right now and what does it mean for inflation, growth, and jobs? What do recent credit card settlement news and updates on inflation rates mean for your finances? Hosts Sean Pyles and Anna Helhoski delve into …
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After trying to do the right thing, we find ourselves facing an uncomfortable intergenerational financial issue. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener da…
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Is there a sweet spot to shoot for with regard to taxes and IRMAA surcharges when doing Roth conversions? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and …
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Are you feeling the crunch of the current housing market? Dive into the illuminating insights of the 2024 Homebuyer Report with NerdWallet's senior writer Elizabeth Renter on the latest episode of Pennywise. Discover why 77% of Americans couldn't secure a home last year, the unique challenges facing first-time buyers, and whether renting might just…
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Learn to maximize retirement savings with tax diversification by balancing your Roth and traditional IRA contributions. 00:27 This Week in Your Money: What are expense ratios? How do you decide between a Roth and traditional 401(k)? Hosts Sean Pyles and Sara Rathner discuss understanding investment terms and retirement account options and strategie…
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After being laid off I'm preparing to start a new job and want to make sure that we're on the right financial path as we start a new chapter. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To…
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Should I be focused on maxing out my 401(k), or should I redirect some of my contributions into an HSA? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and ou…
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