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NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast

NerdWallet Personal Finance

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

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23:34

Pack Smarter, Save More: Expert Tips for Efficient...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/09/19

Get expert tips on how to pack for travel efficiently and effectively, including clever ways to save on baggage fees.How can you keep luggage costs down during holiday travel? What are the best strategies for managing carry-on luggage, especially for international trips? Hosts Sean Pyles and Meghan Coyle discuss efficient luggage management to help you understand how to save money on baggage fees. They begin with a discussion of minimizing luggage costs, with tips and tricks on rolling clothes,

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15:37

Fed Up with High Rates? Here’s How a Cut Impacts Your...

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2024/09/18

Learn how the Fed’s interest rate cuts may affect your loans, savings, and investments, as well as what to do about refinancing.How could interest rate cuts affect credit card debt? Will it be easier or cheaper to get a mortgage or auto loan with interest rates going down? Is now a good time to refinance? Hosts Sean Pyles and Anna Helhoski break down how the Federal Reserve’s expected interest rate cuts could impact your finances. They discuss the potential impact on credit cards, mortgages, and

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26:28

Refresh Your Fall Finances: A Money Check-Up and...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/09/16

Get fall-ready with budgeting tips and strategies for diversifying your investment portfolio to achieve financial goals. How can you reset your finances for fall and prepare for the holiday season? Can you grow an undiversified investment portfolio by $28,000 over seven years without additional contributions? Hosts Sean Pyles and Sara Rathner discuss seasonal budgeting and investment diversification to help you understand how to effectively manage your money during the fall season and optimize your

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21:42

How to Save Money on Holiday Travel Without Using Any...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/09/12

Learn expert tips and tricks for saving money on holiday travel booking, from the best time to book to when you should use rewards points. When should you book your holiday travel? How can you save money on travel during the busiest travel season? Hosts Sean Pyles and Meghan Coyle talk to travel rewards Nerd Sam Kemmis about how to save money when booking holiday travel, with tips and tricks on using companion fares, the optimal time to book holiday flights, and understanding the fine print of

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17:29

Jobs Up, Vibes Down: Why Economic Data Doesn’t Match...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/09/11

Learn why the economy feels worse than the data suggests, and what the latest jobs report means for interest rates.Why do people feel negative about the economy even when the data says it’s doing well? How could upcoming changes to interest rates affect your personal finances? Hosts Sean Pyles and Anna Helhoski dive into the latest job market data and discuss why it’s so hard to tell whether the economy is doing well or not. Joined by NerdWallet Senior Economist Elizabeth Renter, they unpack the

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38:05

Financial Fitness for Big Moves: Achieving Your Goals...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/09/09

A certified financial planner offers a listener actionable advice to help him save for a big move while maintaining financial stability. How much should you save before you move to a new city? How can you reach your savings goals while also spending on your lifestyle? Recording in-person from a studio in Chicago, host Sean Pyles sits down with Magda Doemeny, a certified financial planner with NerdWallet Advisors, to host an actual financial planning session with a listener. Jim, a 36-year-old

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26:09

Book Smarter: Holiday Travel Tips for Stress-Free Trips

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/09/05

Get insider tips for stress-free holiday travel, from booking strategies to maximizing credit card points and more.What’s the best way to avoid stress when traveling during the holidays? Is it better to book with points when you’re traveling for the holidays? Hosts Sean Pyles and Meghan Coyle discuss the challenges of holiday travel and share effective booking strategies to help you understand how to navigate the busiest travel days with ease and efficiency. Travel Nerd Sally French joins them to

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12:29

Realtor Roulette: How to Spin the New Commission...

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2024/09/04

Learn about new real estate commission rules and how they impact home buyers, sellers, and the future of agent fees.How will real estate commissions work following the National Association of Realtors settlement? What do post-NAR rules mean for home buyers and sellers? Hosts Sean Pyles and Anna Helhoski break down the new real estate commission rules that recently came into effect following a landmark lawsuit against the National Association of Realtors. Holden Lewis, NerdWallet’s home and

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33:20

Survive and Thrive: Felicia Day’s Gig Economy...

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2024/09/02

Writer, producer, and actor Felicia Day shares her financial journey working in Hollywood, with tips for managing your budget when gigs are inconsistent. What is your time worth? How do you value your time outside of work? How can you manage finances in an unpredictable career like acting? Hosts Sean Pyles and Sara Rathner discuss the concept of time valuation to help you understand how to balance personal worth against income. They begin with a discussion of time valuation, offering insights on

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26:56

Balance Traditions and Wealth-Building with...

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2024/08/29

Understand how first-gen Americans can achieve financial success with tips for balancing cultural obligations and wealth-building strategies.How can first-generation Americans grow their wealth and protect their money? How can you set financial boundaries with family and friends while staying committed to your long-term financial goals? Hosts Sean Pyles and Kim Palmer discuss the unique financial challenges faced by first-generation Americans and immigrant families to help you understand

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15:53

Safeguarding Your Identity After the National Public...

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2024/08/28

Learn how the National Public Data breach could affect you and what actions you can take after a major data breach occurs.What should you do after a major data breach? How can you secure your data from unscrupulous data brokers? Hosts Sean Pyles and Anna Helhoski discuss the alarming security breach at National Public Data with investigative journalist Bob Sullivan, exploring the implications of the breach and providing actionable tips on how to protect your personal information from future

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38:16

Reduce Financial Anxiety Now: Actionable Tips from a...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/08/26

A CFP helps a listener turn financial anxiety into actionable steps for budgeting, investing, and achieving financial peace of mind. How can you be more comfortable spending money? What are strategies for combating financial anxiety? Host Sean Pyles sits in on a live financial planning session where Magda Doemeny, a certified financial planner from the NerdWallet Advisors platform, gives a listener (also named Sean) specific advice to reduce anxiety around their finances (advice given on behalf of

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29:08

Prepare for Your Pet’s End-of-Life Care: Balancing...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/08/22

Learn how to make compassionate, informed decisions for your pet's end-of-life care, balancing costs, emotions, and love.How can you plan for end of life care for your pet? Hosts Sean Pyles and Ronita Choudhuri-Wade discuss the emotional and financial challenges of pet end-of-life care and the importance of early decision-making to help you understand how to make compassionate and practical choices that are realistic for your financial situation. They begin with a discussion of the gut-wrenching

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14:01

Why Experts Criticize “No Tax on Tips” and What It...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/08/21

Learn why experts criticize the “no tax on tips” policy and what it could mean for non-tipped workers if tips become tax-free.Why are some experts criticizing the proposed “no tax on tips” policy? Could it really benefit tipped workers as intended? Hosts Sean Pyles and Anna Helhoski discuss the nuances of the “no tax on tips” proposals from presidential candidates Donald Trump and Kamala Harris and break down why tax experts are skeptical about its effectiveness. Then, they cover the latest

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35:16

How to Weigh Career Moves for Financial and Lifestyle...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/08/19

Learn how you could save money by caring less about what other people think and how to weigh the pros and cons of a job offer. How can you save money by not caring about others' opinions? How does commute time factor into whether you should take an in-person job? Hosts Sean Pyles and Sara Rathner discuss freeing yourself from the pressures of social validation and adopting smart spending habits to help you understand how these approaches can boost your financial well-being. They begin with a

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29:45

Planning for Pet Emergencies: Vet Budgeting Tips to...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/08/15

Learn how to financially prepare for the costs of pet emergencies with firsthand experiences from pet owners and experts.How much does emergency pet care cost? How much should you budget for unexpected pet expenses? Hosts Sean Pyles and Ronita Choudhuri-Wade discuss the unpredictable nature of pet emergencies and the importance of financial readiness to help you understand how to effectively manage unexpected veterinary costs. They begin by sharing their personal experiences and discussing the

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12:56

Back-to-School Budgeting: Strategies to Save on...

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2024/08/14

Learn budgeting tips and money-saving hacks for back-to-school shopping to avoid debt and make the most of sales and discounts.What are the best ways to save on back-to-school shopping? How much do people usually spend on school supplies? Hosts Sean Pyles and Anna Helhoski dive into the latest NerdWallet survey results on back-to-school shopping, revealing spending habits and budgeting strategies. NerdWallet’s Sara Rathner joins the conversation to discuss the survey and provide actionable tips on

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34:00

Expert Budgeting and Spending Tips from a Live...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/08/12

Hear an actual financial planning session where a CFP advises a listener on transforming her budget and spending habits. Magda Doemeny, a certified financial planner from the NerdWallet Advisors platform, gives a listener specific advice to improve their finances (advice given on behalf of Nerdwallet Advisors, not NerdWallet). Brinker, the listener, is struggling with spending habits that she calls “irresponsible” and how to manage some of her debt. She discusses her upbringing, financial

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30:52

Budget-Friendly Pet Care: Demystifying Pet Insurance...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/08/08

Learn to navigate pet insurance options, costs, and smart budgeting strategies for your pet's health care.Is pet insurance worth it? How can pet owners afford the rising costs of veterinary care? Hosts Sean Pyles and Ronita Choudhuri-Wade discuss the ins and outs of pet insurance and various budgeting strategies to help you manage pet care expenses effectively. They begin with a discussion of the importance of pet insurance amidst escalating vet bills, with tips and tricks on the potential

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17:06

Fed Could Finally Cut Rate Soon: What Would That Mean...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/08/07

Learn how the Fed's interest rate decisions impact your finances and get insights on retirement readiness and brokerage outages.What does the Fed's recent decision to maintain the current interest rate mean for you? How will a potential rate cut in September impact your finances? Hosts Sean Pyles and Anna Helhoski discuss the implications of the Federal Reserve's latest moves and what you can expect from a potential rate cut in the near future. NerdWallet’s Senior Economist Elizabeth Renter joins

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