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MoneyWatch with Jill Schlesinger

CBS News
No jargon, no judgment — MoneyWatch is your no-nonsense guide to taking control of your finances.  Join CBS News Business Analyst and Certified Financial Planner Jill Schlesinger and co-host Mark Talercio, CFP as they break down money matters in a way that actually makes sense. Feeling overwhelmed by financial decisions like tackling debt or planning for retirement? You're in the right place! Each episode, Jill and Mark go back to basics, diving into the financial topics you might be too embarrassed to ask about or stressed to face, offering practical real-world advice to help you build your financial confidence.  Have a question you want us to answer on the show? Head to Jillonmoney.com and click the "Contact Us" button. New episodes drop every Saturday and Sunday because your finances shouldn't wait until Monday!
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Episodes

I Found My Passion, Can I Afford It?

After taking a new job for a higher salary, I now realize it was a mistake. Can I afford to back to a lower paying job? Have a money question? Email us ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jill on Money LIVE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jill on Money Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jillonmoney⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoic...

Jun 29, 202521 min

Navigating Retirement Worries

Millions of Americans are experiencing the waves of an uncertain, see-sawing market. How can you keep calm and carry on? Mark and I discuss. Have a money question? Email us ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jill on Money LIVE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jill on Money Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jillonmoney⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choic...

Jun 28, 202518 min

Can I Take a Less Stressful Job?

While my current salary is great, it is stressful and takes me away from my wife and two young kids. The goal would be to find another job with a comparable salary, but how far down could I go if needed? Have a money question? Email us ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jill on Money LIVE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Jill on Money Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jillonmoney⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/...

Jun 22, 202529 min

Navigating the Summer Job Market

If your child is looking for a summer job, it could be more challenging as job growth trends downward. Mark and I discuss some tips on how to navigate the market. Have a money question? Email us ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jill on Money LIVE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jill on Money Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jillonmoney⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about ...

Jun 21, 202520 min

Helping Newly Widowed Father-In-Law

My mother-in-law passed away unexpectedly a few months ago at age 72, just days after retiring. She managed all the finances and I want to make sure we're steering my father-in-law in the right direction. Have a money question? Email us ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jill on Money LIVE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠Jill on Money Newsletter⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jillonmoney⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-...

Jun 15, 202530 min

Finding the Right Advisor

What are some of the factors to consider when you're hiring a financial advisor? Mark and I discuss. Have a money question? Email us ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jill on Money LIVE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Jill on Money Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jillonmoney⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 14, 202523 min

Tired of My Industry, Can I Retire by Age 50?

I have a complete distaste for the industry in which I work, and my soul needs a break. Do you think I can retire by 50? Have a money question? Email us ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Jill on Money LIVE⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠Jill on Money Newsletter⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@jillonmoney⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jun 08, 202526 min

Buy Now, Pay Later, User Beware

Buy now, pay later (BNPL) plans are popular but can lead to debt if not managed carefully. Mark and I discuss this and more. Have a money question? Email us ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jill on Money LIVE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠Jill on Money Newsletter⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jillonmoney⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoi...

Jun 07, 202519 min

Handling Inherited Assets

After receiving a sizable inheritance, I want to be smart in taking the next steps to ensure my future retirement. Have a money question? Email us ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠Jill on Money LIVE⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠Jill on Money Newsletter⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠@jillonmoney⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 01, 202530 min

Money Advice for Recent Grads

With millions entering the workforce, we're discussing some essential tips for managing money, setting goals and avoiding common financial mistakes after graduation. Have a money question? Email us ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Jill on Money LIVE⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠Jill on Money Newsletter⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@jillonmoney⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit h...

May 31, 202518 min

What Vets Should Know About Managing Money

This Memorial Day weekend we're bringing you an appearance I made on CBS Eye on Veterans, hosted by Phil Briggs. Phil had me on his show to discuss the vital steps every veteran needs to take if they want to have enough money when they’re older. Have a money question? Email us ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠Jill on Money LIVE⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠Jill on Money Newsletter⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠@jillonmoney⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www...

May 25, 202531 min

Should I Take Early Retirement Offer?

I recently accepted an early retirement offer, but I have a few weeks to change my mind before it becomes official. Should I reconsider? Have a money question? Email us ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠Jill on Money LIVE⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠Jill on Money Newsletter⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠@jillonmoney⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

May 24, 202519 min

How to Handle Inheritance Money

I recently inherited about $250k and I'm not quite sure how I should be putting it to use. Have a money question? Email us ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠Jill on Money LIVE⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠@jillonmoney⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 18, 202528 min

The Magic of Compound Interest

What exactly is compounding and why can it be so magical? Allow me to explain! Have a money question? Email us ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠Jill on Money LIVE⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠@jillonmoney⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 17, 202519 min

Happy Mother's Day!

Happy Mother's Day from Jill and Mark! Have a money question? Email us ⁠here⁠ Subscribe to ⁠Jill on Money LIVE⁠ YouTube: ⁠@jillonmoney⁠ Instagram: ⁠@jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 11, 202517 min

Money Management and Military Appreciation

To celebrate National Military Appreciation Month, we're joined today by Thomas Racca, a personal finance expert and manager of Navy Federal Credit Union's Personal Finance Management team, where he manages a team of financial counselors promoting financial literacy and providing budgetary guidance to Navy Federal's members. https://www.navyfederal.org/ Have a money question? Email us ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠Jill on Money LIVE⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠@jillonmoney⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@jillonmoney To learn more a...

May 10, 202531 min

Planning From Middle Age to Retirement

I feel like if I can make it to retirement, my wife and I will be okay, but it's the next 10-15 years that gives me a bit of worry. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 04, 202525 min

Retirement Milestones

A recently released survey shows a drop in retirement confidence. Mark and I discuss what it takes to turn this around. Have a money question? Email us ⁠here⁠ Subscribe to ⁠Jill on Money LIVE⁠ YouTube: ⁠@jillonmoney⁠ Instagram: ⁠@jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 03, 202521 min

I’m 47, Can I Quit My Job?

I'm very burnt out and contemplating leaving my current employer, where I've been for almost 25 years. Will it blow up my financial future? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 27, 202521 min

Trump vs the Federal Reserve

Stocks fell last week following President Trump's criticism of Fed chair Jerome Powell. This comes after Powell warned tariffs could hurt the U.S. economy. Mark and I discuss. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 26, 202521 min

Introducing: What We Spend

Imagine if you could ask someone anything you wanted about their finances. On What We Spend, people from across the country and across the financial spectrum are opening their wallets—and their lives—to tell you everything: what they make, what they want, and—for one week—what they spend. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 22, 202511 min

Do I Need Permanent Life Insurance?

I have a universal life policy that was sold to me when I was 25. I'm wondering if I should stay the course with this policy as part of my retirement strategy, and if not, how might I go about extracting myself from it? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastch...

Apr 20, 202524 min

Are Home Renovations Worth It?

With spring selling season approaching, homeowners are eager to remodel. On this episode we discuss which renovations can actually boost your home's value, and which upgrades may cost more than they're worth. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/a...

Apr 19, 202517 min

Last-Minute Tax Tips

Most Americans have until April 15 to file their tax returns or request an extension to file and pay any taxes owed. With less than a week left before the deadline, it's time for some last-minute tax tips. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adch...

Apr 13, 202514 min

Recapping a Wild Week on Wall Street

After a WILD week on Wall Street, it's time to answer some of the most common questions we've been receiving. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 12, 202522 min

Are We Doing Enough in Our Mid 40s?

We're in our mid 40s and want to make sure we are doing everything we can to prepare for retirement while living our life to the fullest. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 06, 202526 min

Keep Calm and Carry On

Whew, what a week! Here's our latest reminder, especially for all you newbie investors, to keep calm and carry on! Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 05, 202515 min

Roth 401(k) vs Potential Tax Law Changes

For the last 10 years I've been making Roth contributions to my 401(k) through my employer. With recent discussions of omitting income tax in favor of a consumption/sales tax, is the Roth still the best strategy? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.c...

Mar 30, 202520 min

Financial Spring Cleaning

While spring cleaning is usually associated with tasks around the house, it's also a good time to clean up your finances. Mark and I discuss. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 29, 202518 min

I Need Help Building a Plan

I'm 44 years old with young children and want to know where and how we should be focusing and strategizing for retirement. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 23, 202528 min
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