These nine financial tips will help you save money, get additional tax benefits, and make the most of your insurance, credit cards, and retirement accounts for more success in the New Year. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part ...
Oct 18, 2023•18 min•Ep. 796
Laura answers a listener question about how to invest in a brokerage account, including the rules you need to know and the best strategy for diversification. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Links:...
Oct 11, 2023•20 min•Ep. 795
Laura answers a listener’s voicemail question about whether it’s possible to max out a 403(b) and 457(b) retirement plan in the same year. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Links: https://www.quicka...
Oct 04, 2023•11 min•Ep. 794
Laura reviews ten changes to various tax-advantaged accounts starting in 2024. Understanding the updated regulations will help you pay less tax and save more for a secure future. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick an...
Sep 27, 2023•16 min•Ep. 793
Laura reviews six ways to set your kids on a path to financial success. Find out when to start saving for a child, the best accounts to use, and how to inspire them to become financially literate. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is ...
Sep 20, 2023•19 min•Ep. 792
Laura interviews Ali Bono, Founder and CEO of Pelican , an education savings platform with a mission to simplify your college savings journey. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickand...
Sep 13, 2023•32 min•Ep. 791
Contributing to more tax-advantaged retirement accounts can help you create a secure financial future—but how many can you have? Laura reviews the rules for qualifying and contributing to multiple retirement accounts. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance...
Sep 06, 2023•17 min•Ep. 790
The new SAVE program could be a lifeline if you're worried about repaying your federal student loans. Find out seven benefits of SAVE, ways to manage student loans wisely, and how they affect your credit. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money ...
Aug 30, 2023•14 min•Ep. 789
Don’t miss several of the best ways to reduce taxes as you start or grow a part- or full-time business. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quicka...
Aug 23, 2023•22 min•Ep. 788
Laura answers a listener’s question about whether to buy term or permanent life insurance. Find out the main types of coverage, factors for getting approved, tax implications, and how much life insurance you may need. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance...
Aug 16, 2023•18 min•Ep. 787
Laura answers a listener’s question about the best way to pay off a large credit card balance. You’ll learn eight of the best methods to eliminate any debt you owe and stay debt-free. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Qui...
Aug 09, 2023•20 min•Ep. 786
Laura answers a listener’s question about the best way to manage a windfall. You’ll learn 6 steps to follow based on your financial situation, age, and risk tolerance. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tip...
Aug 02, 2023•19 min•Ep. 785
Laura answers a listener’s question about investing for a young child and reviews the pros and cons of UGMA and UTMA accounts for minors. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Links: https://www.quickan...
Jul 26, 2023•20 min•Ep. 784
Laura has a lively conversation with Mignon Fogarty and Monica Reinagel, hosts of Grammar Girl and Nutrition Diva podcasts on the QDT network, to celebrate the show’s 15th anniversary. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Links: https://www.q...
Jul 19, 2023•36 min•Ep. 783
Laura answers a listener’s question about whether to take out a personal loan to pay off a credit card and the long-term effect on her credit scores. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Links: https:/...
Jul 12, 2023•20 min•Ep. 782
Laura reviews ways to calculate the retirement savings you need and exactly how much you should have by age to keep your goals on track. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Links: https://www.quickand...
Jul 05, 2023•24 min•Ep. 781
Find out why maintaining high credit scores improves your financial life, how your scores stack up against the average, and nine tips for building excellent credit. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips ....
Jun 28, 2023•30 min•Ep. 780
Today's show will highlight nine tips for building wealth that may surprise you. I'll review why they seem to go against the grain but can lead to more financial success. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty ...
Jun 21, 2023•19 min•Ep. 779
Building financial resilience can be the difference between surviving or sinking under stress. Laura reviews strategies for being prepared for unexpected situations, especially in an uncertain economy. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Gir...
Jun 14, 2023•22 min•Ep. 778
Laura answers a listener’s question about contributing too much to a 401(k) and reviews contribution limits for various accounts, how to correct overpayments, and avoid penalties. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick a...
Jun 07, 2023•17 min•Ep. 777
Laura reviews how the Social Security retirement benefit works, including how you qualify, how much you receive, and six common myths. Even if you’re nowhere near retirement age, getting familiar with the program is critical for sound financial planning. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the...
May 31, 2023•17 min•Ep. 776
Laura answers a listener’s question about the Roth IRA rules for his minor kids and how to pay them and correctly report the income for working in his business. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Lin...
May 24, 2023•15 min•Ep. 775
Laura covers questions to ask yourself to prioritize your resources and know if prepaying debt or investing will build your wealth faster. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Links: https://www.quicka...
May 17, 2023•16 min•Ep. 774
Laura interviews Stan Sandberg from TravelInsurance.com about what everyone should know about travel insurance and how to choose the best policy. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quick...
May 10, 2023•35 min•Ep. 773
Laura answers a listener’s question about how to invest extra cash after maxing out a retirement plan at work. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www...
May 03, 2023•18 min•Ep. 772
Laura covers what to know about selling your home and the taxes you could owe. She explains a legit way to skip taxes or pay significantly less, called section 121 or capital gains tax exclusion. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a...
Apr 26, 2023•17 min•Ep. 771
Laura answers a listener’s question about 401(k) loans and using them to pay off credit card debt. She covers 11 pros and cons of taking a loan from a workplace retirement plan, such as a 401(k) or 403(b). Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money...
Apr 19, 2023•20 min•Ep. 770
Laura answers a listener’s question by reviewing tips to prioritize your financial goals and the ten main pros and cons of buying an investment property before your first home. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and ...
Apr 12, 2023•19 min•Ep. 769
Laura covers three legit ways to have a Roth IRA–even if you’re technically ineligible because you earn too much–and why their tax-free benefits are so powerful for young owners and retirees. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a par...
Apr 05, 2023•19 min•Ep. 768
Laura interviews Maya Lau, host of Other People’s Pockets, about her journey from award-winning reporting to executive podcast producer. We discuss her guests’ insights, mom’s counterintuitive money lessons, financial mistakes, budgeting tools, and tips for crushing the gender pay gap. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook a...
Mar 29, 2023•31 min•Ep. 767
