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NerdWallet's Smart Money Podcast

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NerdWallet’s trusted finance journalists answer real-world money questions to help you make smarter financial decisions with confidence. Each episode dives deep into topics like budgeting, saving, investing, home buying, and credit cards, cutting through misinformation to bring you clear, actionable advice backed by thorough research. By the end of every episode, you’ll have the latest financial insights and the tools you’ll need to manage your money wisely, build wealth, and plan for life’s milestones. And if you have questions for the Nerds, you can leave them a voicemail at 901-730-6373. Join hosts Sean Pyles, CFP®, Elizabeth Ayoola, and other expert Nerds as they answer your biggest money questions and share strategies to help you build wealth and reach your financial goals, including: – Investing: Advanced investment strategies, integrating ETFs and mutual funds into a diversified portfolio, tax-efficient retirement planning, understanding Roth IRA conversions, and navigating robo-advisors. – Credit Cards: Top credit cards for travel rewards and luxury perks, balance transfer strategies, maximizing credit card points, and optimizing credit card usage to boost your credit score. – Personal Finance: Advanced budgeting tips, building generational wealth, creating effective savings plans, managing high-income expenses, and developing a strong money growth mindset. – Home: Smart strategies for homebuying in competitive markets, leveraging home equity loans and HELOCs, refinancing for long-term savings, first-time homebuying tips, and budgeting for major home improvements. If you’re searching for the best personal finance podcasts or want practical knowledge to make smarter money decisions, then follow NerdWallet’s Smart Money Podcast. You’ll love NerdWallet’s Smart Money Podcast if you like podcasts like: Planet Money, The Personal Finance Podcast, DIY Money, Afford Anything, How to Money, The Ramsey Show, Money Rehab with Nicole Lapin, NPR’s Life Kit: Money, Popcorn Finance, Money Girl,Money Guy Show, Everyone’s Talkin’ Money, So Money with Farnoosh Tarabi, The Money with Katie Show, All the Hacks with Chris Hutchins, The Stacking Benjamins Show, MoneyWatch with Jill Schlesinger, or Your Money, Your Wealth. NerdWallet Compare, Inc. NMLS ID# 1617539 NMLS Consumer Access: http://www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org/

Episodes

How can I pay off my debt faster?

Want to pay off your debt fast? You can, with a bit of know-how. In this episode, Sean Pyles and Liz Weston break down how you can find the payoff path that might work best for you and your debt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 07, 201913 min

How do I buy a used car?

Buying a used car can be confusing. Should you shop around a used car lot, or are the online classified ads a better route? With the help of NerdWallet car-buying whiz Philip Reed, that’s the debate Dayana and Sean settle this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 23, 201916 min

How can my credit score save me money?

Sure, you got a high credit score — but how can you make the most of it? Sean and Dayana talk with NerdWallet all-star Liz Weston to see how you could use your high credit score to save thousands of dollars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 09, 201914 min

Should I refinance my student loans?

Refinancing student loans might save you money — if you’re a good candidate. But that’s not the only way to help manage your student debt. In this episode Dayana and Sean get to the bottom of when student loan refinancing is a good idea, so you can see if it’s right for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 19, 201914 min

My prescription drug costs are wrecking my budget. What can I do?

Having Type 1 diabetes can be expensive. Just ask Paloma Kemak, aka Glitter Glucose on Instagram, who pays over $1,000 a month for her insulin. Dayana and Sean talk with her about her experience living with diabetes and offer tips to help manage the costs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 05, 201913 min

What's the best way to rack up travel rewards quickly?

You can rack up travel credit card points quickly — if you know the right tips. In this episode, Sean and Dayana give you the inside scoop so you can earn points and miles fast to fund a vacation on credit card rewards. For more, visit: https://www.nerdwallet.com/podcast/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 22, 201910 min

Am I saving enough for retirement?

Here’s how to know if you’re saving enough for retirement — and what to do if you’re behind, or haven't even gotten started yet. Dayana and Sean explain easy steps to help you set aside a pot of gold to spend in your golden years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 08, 201911 min

Travel-Hack the Holidays

Want to make holiday travel a little less hectic? Dayana and Sean get the scoop from NerdWallet’s travel-hacking expert, Joe Cortez, to give you the insider tips to do just that. Learn how to cut lines, make the most of your Priority Pass and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 12, 201813 min

Inside student loan scams

Are companies that offer to reduce or eliminate your debt legit? We hear Selina’s story about what happened with her $60,000 student debt and tell you how to get real help. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 16, 201716 min

What's a side hustle and should I start one?

There are a lot of side gigs out there. (Nerds took some for a test drive!) Here’s how to tell which ones are worth it and which are scams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 09, 201713 min

I want to invest. How should I start?

We dive into the basics — getting financially ready, finding a good first investment, how to wade in safely and get over the fear of losing money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 02, 201714 min

How to get out of debt: Interview with The Debt Free Guys

The Debt Free Guys, John Schneider and David Auten, reveal how they paid off over $50,000 in credit card debt, and the need for personal finance education in the LGBTQ community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 26, 201720 min

Is a travel credit card right for me?

From application, to acceptance, to acquiring and using points, NerdWallet card sharks share tips on finding the right rewards program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 19, 201716 min

How do I prioritize my budget?

Wants versus needs. Spending versus saving. You can have it all (even the fun stuff) by following a simple budget to direct your dollars wisely. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 10, 201716 min
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