NerdWallet's Smart Money Podcast
NerdWallet's Smart Money Podcast
CATEGORY: Business
At the Smart Money podcast, NerdWallet's in-house writers answer your real-world money questions. Our Nerds are your guides so you can get smart, then get back to doing you. NerdWallet Compare, Inc. NMLS ID# 1617539 NMLS Consumer Access: http://www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org/
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Finding a New Job and Rent vs Buy in a New CityMore people are leaving their jobs, but it’s important to set yourself up for success when looking for your next gig. To start this episode, Sean and Liz discuss how to put yourself in the best position to land… -
Nerdy Deep Dives: Investing, Part 3What’s your risk tolerance? Investing always carries the risk of loss — but can also build your wealth. How you choose to invest may mean the difference between high-risk investments with low returns or lower-r…
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Haggling Tips and What's Driving Volatile Car ValuationNegotiating can save you money and help you earn more over the course of your career. To start off this episode, Sean Pyles and Liz Weston give their favorite tips for haggling, whether you're shopping for a mo…
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Nerdy Deep Dives: Investing, Part 2You’ve heard of stocks, bonds and mutual funds. But do you know how to use them to build wealth? In the second episode of our three-part deep dive into investing, hosts Sean Pyles and Alana Benson discuss each…
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5 Financial Tasks for Fall and Kid Debit CardsWith fall officially here, how ready are you feeling for the final quarter of the year? Sean and Liz give you five financial tasks to take on this fall, including checking in on your money goals for the year an…
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Nerdy Deep Dives: Investing, Part 1You know you should start investing, but do you know the best way to get started? In the first episode of a three-part deep dive into investing, hosts Sean Pyles and Alana Benson explore how to get into the inv…
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DIY Investing and Lightning Round Money Questions, Part 2DIY investing has had a splashy year, but it might not be right for everyone. To start this episode, Sean Pyles and Liz Weston talk about DIY investing — what it is, how it works and potential risks.Then, you s…
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Lifestyle Creep and Booking Cheap TravelLifestyle creep — where your growing expenses outpace salary increases — can deflate your budget and prevent you from building wealth. To start this episode, Nerds Sean Pyles and Sara Rathner talk about how to…
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Redlining and the Credit Impact of Paying Off a Car LoanOn this episode, Sean Pyles talks with mortgage writer Linda Bell about the legacy of redlining and the racial wealth gap. Then, Liz Weston and Sean answer a listener's question about whether to pay off a car l…
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Delta Spending Habits and Marriage vs MortgageHow has the delta variant of the coronavirus changed how you’re managing your money? To start this episode, Sean Pyles and Sara Rathner talk about how they’re adapting to the latest chapter of the pandemic and…
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School Supply Shopping Tips and Breaking Bad Money HabitsWith supply chain issues and uncertainty about whether classes will be in person, virtual or a hybrid, back-to-school shopping this year poses unique challenges. To start this episode, Sean Pyles and Sara Rathn…
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Home Affordability and Unmarried Partners Buying a HouseIf you’re jumping into the housing market, know what you’re getting yourself into. This episode, Sean Pyles and Sara Rathner talk with NerdWallet data writer Liz Renter about her new home buying report, includi…
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Job Scams and Maxing Out Roth IRAsMore Americans are job hunting, but more are falling for job scams, too. Liz and Sean talk about how to spot and avoid scams in the job market right now. Then they answer a listener’s question about the best wa…
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Getting Ahead of Your Next Money Crisis with Michelle SingletaryIt’s a matter of when — not if — you have a money crisis. No matter your financial circumstance, preparing for an emergency can help you make smart moves under pressure. This episode Liz and Sean talk with Wash…
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Health Insurance Deadline and Getting the Best Car Insurance RatesAn important deadline looms for getting health insurance on the ACA exchanges. Liz and Sean discuss what you should know, even if you already have health insurance. Then they answer a listener’s question about…
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Rethinking Credit Reporting and Lightning Round Money QuestionsCredit reporting is flawed. Liz and Sean discuss what the issues are and how they can be fixed. Then they answer a number of listener questions back to back in a lightning round of money questions, including ma…
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Combating Inflation and Risks of Small Mortgage LendersInflation is on the rise, as your budget has surely noticed. This episode, Sean talks with investing Nerd Alana Benson about what’s happening and what it means for your finances. Then Sean and Liz answer a list…
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Saving at the Pump and 401(k) LimitsRising gas prices got you down? On this episode, Sean and Liz break down how you can save at the pump, including how to find the best prices and how to manage your fuel efficiency. Then they answer a listener's…
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Midyear Money Check-In and Managing Finances AbroadHow are your 2021 money goals coming along? Now that we’re halfway through the year, Sean and Liz talk about how to do a check-in on what you want from your money this year. Then they answer a listener’s questi…
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Savings Tips and Updates to the Child Tax CreditWe all want to save more money, but actually doing it can be a challenge. This episode, Sean and Liz share their favorite tips to make saving easier, including how to save with purpose and how to trim expenses.…
