Buying a car can be intimidating. This episode will help you strategize to avoid all the potential pitfalls, so you can drive away with a good deal. This episode originally published February 18, 2020. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
It's easy to feel stuck with the bank account you've had forever, even if it's inconvenient or racking up fees. But there are lots of options out there. We walk through four types of financial institutions and companies for a checking or savings account: big banks, credit unions, community banks and newer financial technology apps. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy...
The Supreme Court has decided to strike down the Biden administration's plan to discharge some or all federal student loan debt. The decision impacts tens of millions of Americans – so what can student loan borrowers do to prepare now that the plan is over? NPR's education correspondent Cory Turner gives context and advice for borrowers. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy...
Does your landlord have to fix that? Should you be worried about that clause in your lease? If you're one of the 35% of Americans renting your home, there's a lot you should know to protect yourself best. We'll discuss rental red flags, learn how to speak the language of landlords and how to decode a lease. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy...
Groceries aren't cheap but there are ways beyond just looking for sales to make budget meals. To help cut down your grocery bill, we have practical tips for saving money on the food you cook at home. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
A strong credit score can make major purchases and financial transactions much easier. Here's how to make yours better and keep it high. (This episode originally ran in November 2020.) Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Longing to quit your job and follow your passion? Or perhaps take a break to travel? Or move to a new place? First, you'll need to look at your finances. In this episode, Jill Schlesinger, a certified financial planner and business analyst for CBS News, walks through her five steps for assessing your financial situation before a possible life change. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy...
The time to file your taxes is approaching. For something that's legally required, taxes can be confusing to actually do. This guide explains when and how to hire a tax preparer, covers the latest credits and deductions — and helps you plan ahead for next year. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
How much should you spend on a date? Who should pick up the bill? Can you talk money on the first date? Kristin Myers, editor-in-chief of The Balance, shares the results of a recent survey on finances and dating. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Got a side hustle and not sure how to handle your money? Financial coach Paco de Leon, author of 'Finance for the People: Getting a Grip on Your Finances,' explains why you should put your freelance funds into a separate bank account and how to prepare yourself for tax season. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy...
It can be awkward to discuss money when you're in a new relationship. Financial therapist Amanda Clayman suggests following what she calls the "five components of financial intimacy" to get the conversation started. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
A couple clashes about how much money they need to save before having children. This episode is from our friends This Is Uncomfortable's podcast series on fights about money. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
The prices of goods and services have gone up. How much of that is due to Ukraine or the pandemic? What can our elected officials do to lower prices? And how does inflation slow down? NPR's Marielle Segarra and Stacey Vanek Smith tackle listener queries. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
The idea that you can use your credit card to earn points for airfare, hotels and car rentals or offset grocery or gas bills might seem too good to be true. But people are doing it — and so can you. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Life Kit teams up with NPR Education to answer some common questions about student loan relief, including: What's the application process like? What loans qualify for debt relief? What if you have multiple loans? Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
About 60% of Americans have some money in the stock market — and the markets are not doing great. Your knee-jerk reaction might be to sell. But experts explain why that's not a good idea. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
High inflation and a possible recession is making life more expensive. Washington Post personal finance columnist Michelle Singletary explains how to manage debt as interest rates increase and prepare for an economic downturn. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
We're sharing an episode of CNN's personal finance podcast, Diversifying . Host Delyanne Barros explores the question: How does money make you feel? This episode centers on an all too common but under-discussed area of personal finance: money trauma. Learn how to overcome the anxiety and stress associated with money so you can start to make better financial decisions. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy...
Having a baby is one of the biggest - and most expensive - life changes a person can experience. Here's what you need to know about financially planning for a baby, according to Farnoosh Torabi, Editor at Large CNET Money. Find out if there is a magic number that tells you you're ready, what to think about ahead of time and learn what can probably wait. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy...
If the words "crypto," "Bitcoin," "blockchain," "mining," feel overwhelming or confusing Life Kit is here to help. In this episode, experts to demystify cryptocurrencies and give you the tools to decide whether buying some is a good option for you. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Making more money tends to lead to spending more money. It's a phenomenon known as "lifestyle creep." Paco de Leon, author of Finance for the People , shares advice on keeping your long term financial goals in check and fending off the subconscious urge to automatically increase spending when your income increases. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy...
Car ownership can be intimidating - and expensive - especially when it comes to upkeep. In this episode of Life Kit , get expert guidance on how to spot and maintain essential safety features in a car, how to find the right mechanic for you and when it's time for a new car. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy...
We could all stand to stretch our cash a little further right now. Life Kit teamed up with financial expert Tiffany Aliche, also known as the Budgetnista, for tips about how to separate needs from wants, stop stress-spending and save for the future. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Whether you want to save for a vacation or retirement, build generational wealth or split expenses with a partner, Life Kit answers your questions about personal finance. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
It's tax season <>. But don't worry, in this episode of Life Kit, CPA and tax analyst Kimberly Washington offers helpful advice on maximizing your refund, what deductions to remember and how the child tax credit impacts your tax filings this year. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Getting your finances in order can be intimidating, especially for freelancers, creatives, and side-giggers. Financial planner and artist Paco de Leon shares simple, holistic advice for tuning up your finances. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Money talks, but how do you make sure your money is sending the right message? Ethical investing isn't magic, but it's one way to try and put your money where your morals are. Here's what you need to know before you get started. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
If you wince every time you open up your credit card app or feel stressed just thinking about personal finances, here's how to curb money avoidance and train your brain to face your money woes head-on. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Holiday gift exchanges can feel like a burden, especially if you're shopping on a budget. Here are tips from a shopping expert on how to give more thoughtful presents — without breaking the bank. (This episode originally aired in December 2020.) Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
It's time for holiday shopping — except this year, some consumers are making the deliberate choice to buy less to protect our environment. In this episode, writer Annaliese Griffin shares tips on online thrift shopping and giving meaningful secondhand gifts. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
