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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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27:08

FIRE Up Your Finances with Early Retirement and...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/08/05

Discover strategies for achieving early retirement with the FIRE movement and learn how to maximize your credit card rewards. How much do you have to save if you want to retire early? Can you double your credit card rewards by paying off one card with another? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola discuss the FIRE movement and maximizing credit card rewards to help you understand how to achieve financial independence and optimize your financial strategies. They begin with a discussion of the FIRE

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35:35

Overcome Rising Veterinary Costs: Affordable Pet Care...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/08/01

Learn how you can balance the joy and financial responsibility of having a pet without having to compromise either of them.How much does it cost to own a pet? How can you make pet care affordable without compromising quality? Hosts Sean Pyles and Ronita Choudhuri-Wade share personal stories about their pets and discuss the rising costs of veterinary care to help you understand how to manage pet expenses effectively. They discuss various financial aspects of pet ownership, including tips and tricks

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15:59

Financial, Crypto Oversight On the Ropes After...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/07/31

Learn how a recent Supreme Court decision impacts financial regulations and crypto, plus the latest money news and travel tips.Is the end of the Chevron deference really going to shake up the world of financial regulations? What does this mean for the future of crypto investments? Hosts Tess Vigeland and Anna Helhoski and NerdWallet investing writer Sam Taube discuss the Supreme Court’s recent decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, and how overturning the 40-year-old Chevron deference

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24:59

Unlock Life Insurance Secrets: Investing, Variable...

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2024/07/29

Explore life insurance as an investment tool, understand variable and infinite banking, and navigate complex insurance choices. What’s the right life insurance policy for you? What is “infinite banking” and how hard is it to set up? Hosts Sean Pyles and Sara Rathner discuss the intricacies of life insurance as both a protective measure and a financial instrument to help you understand its potential for investment and financial growth. NerdWallet insurance pro Lisa Green joins Sean and Sara to

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28:16

How to Negotiate Your Salary to Boost Earnings and...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/07/25

Learn how to negotiate for a higher salary and better benefits when you get a job offer. Plus: Tips for boosting your earning potential.What are the best ways to negotiate for a higher salary? How can you elevate your earnings and overall compensation package? Hosts Sean Pyles and Alana Benson discuss strategies for increasing your income and negotiating for a raise to help you understand how to navigate salary discussions confidently and effectively. Alana speaks with Catherine Tinsley,

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13:25

When It’s Time to Focus on Investing Instead of...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/07/22

Hear different perspectives on how to pay off debt — and when to stop paying off debt to focus on investing your money.When should you prioritize investing over paying off debt? What are different debt payoff methods to help you become debt-free? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola and NerdWallet debt writer Tiffany Curtis answer a listener’s question about balancing debt payoff and investing. They start by breaking down the debt snowball and debt avalanche methods of paying off debt, then delve

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33:00

Boost Your Career and Income Prospects with Expert...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/07/18

Learn how to optimize your LinkedIn profile to enhance your job and income prospects with tips from LinkedIn’s Andrew McCaskill.What are recruiters looking for on LinkedIn? What’s the best way to optimize your LinkedIn profile? Hosts Sean Pyles and Alana Benson discuss LinkedIn optimization and professional growth to help you understand how to leverage the platform for career success. They begin with a discussion of LinkedIn optimization, with tips and tricks on highlighting essential skills,

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13:22

Navigate Amazon Prime Day Like a Pro: Overcome Hype...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/07/17

Learn to navigate Amazon Prime Day deals, track prices, and avoid overspending with expert shopping strategies and tools.Are Amazon Prime Day deals truly worth it, or are they just savvy marketing tactics? Hosts Anna Helhoski and Sara Rathner explain how consumers can identify genuine bargains amidst the sea of discounts. NerdWallet writer Tommy Tindall joins them to discuss the evolution of Prime Day from its inception in 2015 to its current status as a major shopping event, shedding light on the

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33:39

Unlock Financial Opportunities for Women: Jean...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/07/15

Learn about salary negotiation and investing strategies and how they can be especially helpful for women facing unique personal finance challenges. What financial challenges do women uniquely face? How can people find financial peace in a stressful world? Hosts Sean Pyles and Sara Rathner share some “money hot takes” before turning the conversation towards addressing the unique financial hurdles women face. HerMoney podcast host Jean Chatzky joins Sean to discuss the impact of the gender pay gap

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29:43

Increase Your Income with Practical Tips for Salary...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/07/11

Discover career growth strategies to boost your income, including negotiating raises, and navigating promotions and mentorship.What are some of the best ways to increase your income? What are strategies for negotiating a higher salary and excelling in your current role? Hosts Sean Pyles and Alana Benson discuss career growth techniques and salary negotiation strategies to help you understand how to maximize your earnings and achieve financial stability. They begin with a discussion of the

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21:03

Mind the “Middle Skills” Gap: Aligning Education with...

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2024/07/10

Discover how to align education with job market demands, tackling underemployment and economic stagnation in “middle skills” jobs.What are “middle skills” and why are they in high demand? What are the economic implications of misalignment between middle skills credentials and job market demands? Hosts Sean Pyles and Anna Helhoski discuss the misalignment in the labor market concerning middle skills credentials and the impact of place-based policies on local economies to help you understand the

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30:30

How Much Can You Really Make from a Side Hustle Like...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/07/08

Understand how much extra income you could get from a side hustle like DoorDash and get a budgeting and investing basics refresh. 00:40 This Week in Your Money: How much extra money can you really make from side hustles? What are budgeting and early investment strategies for young professionals? Hosts Sean Pyles and Sara Rathner discuss the realities of gig economy jobs with Tommy Tindall, a NerdWallet writer who tried working for DoorDash to see what kind of income it would give him. He shares

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17:24

How Can You Make Sure You Get Paid On Time?...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/07/04

As a freelancer or gig worker, how can you make sure you get paid on time? In this special presentation of Working from Slate Podcasts, hosts Ronald Young Jr. and June Thomas talk money, finances, and getting paid as a freelancer in a tough economy. They recount their own frustrating experiences with not getting paid on time and offer tips on how avoid those situations.Listen to Working wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more at https://slate.com/podcasts/working

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18:34

Home Sweet (Expensive) Home: Navigating a Tough...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/07/03

Understand why the current housing market is so challenging, how people can afford to buy a home, and what’s next for interest rates.How are people able to afford to buy a home in the current housing market? When will houses be affordable again? Hosts Anna Helhoski and Tess Vigeland (filling in for Sean) discuss the current state of the housing market with NerdWallet home and mortgages expert Holden Lewis, exploring factors such as high mortgage rates, slow home sales, and high prices. They

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31:11

Refresh Your Finances with Money Cleansing,...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Get a breakdown of the hottest tips from Smart Money this year, including wealth-building strategies and managing money in relationships. How can you make your money work for you? What’s the best way to save on group travel? Host Sean Pyles presents some of the most impactful conversations we’ve had on Smart Money in order to help you make better decisions about your finances. 00:54 30-Day Money Cleanse: NerdWallet’s Kim Palmer talks to Ashley Feinstein Gerstley, author of The 30-Day Money

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32:41

Estate Planning Essentials: What to DIY and When to...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/06/27

Learn why estate planning is important even if you don’t own a lot of assets, along with when to ask for professional help.Why is estate planning important? What happens to your assets when you die without an estate plan? Hosts Sean Pyles and Dalia Ramirez discuss the essential aspects of estate planning and the common misconceptions that often deter people from creating an estate plan. They begin with a discussion of the critical importance of having a will, with tips and tricks on keeping

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11:48

Beauty and the Budget: How to Stress Less About the...

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2024/06/26

Learn about the financial impact of beauty expenses, societal pressures behind them, and tips for managing beauty-related costs.Are beauty purchases worth the financial stress? How do beauty-related expenses impact our budgets? Hosts Sean Pyles and Anna Helhoski discuss the rising costs of beauty products, services, and procedures and how they are leading to financial stress and debt among Americans. They explore the results of a recent survey that highlight the financial strain these expenses can

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35:35

Give Yourself a Mid-Year Money Check-in for a Smarter...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/06/24

Beat the financial heat with fun summer savings tips and get mid-year financial check-up strategies for a stress-free season. Summer Activity Guide: What free things can you do to have a fun summer? Hosts Sean Pyles and Sara Rathner discuss summer money-saving tips to help you understand how to balance fun and finances during the warm months. They begin with a discussion of budget-friendly summer activities, offering tips and tricks on utilizing public facilities like pools and tennis courts,

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32:15

How to Navigate Income Swings in a Creative Career

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/06/20

Discover how to navigate financial uncertainty in a creative career with insights from a jazz saxophonist's personal journey.How can creative professionals manage financial uncertainty in their careers? What are the essential financial strategies for artists dealing with fluctuating income? Hosts Sean Pyles and Abby Badach Doyle discuss the financial challenges in creative careers and strategies for overcoming them to help you understand how to thrive financially while pursuing your passion. They

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16:32

Overcome Medical Debt: What the Latest CFPB Rule...

NerdWallet"s Smart Money Podcast ·

2024/06/19

Why does the consumer’s perception of inflation differ from the economist’s perspective? How does this shift in understanding impact our economy? Hosts Sean Pyles and Anna Helhoski discuss the gap between how regular people and economists talk about inflation and what this means for consumers.Then, they explore the proposed Consumer Financial Protection Agency rule to keep medical debt off credit reports to help you understand how this could impact your credit score and financial well-being. You’ll

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