Having more than one retirement plan can change the tax rules and benefits you receive. Laura explains what you need to know and how to get most most out of multiple retirement accounts in the same...
To answer a Money Girl podcast listener question about being a personal representative, Laura interviews attorney Lauren Blair. They chat about planning your estate and being prepared to be an...
Buying a home or refinancing a mortgage is a huge financial move! Laura helps you understand what mortgage points are and how to know if they're worth paying for as you shop around.
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Are you ready for homeownership? Find out if buying a home is right for you, how much you can afford, ways to save for a down payment, and tips to get an affordable mortgage. The more you know...
To celebrate Women’s History Month, Laura interviewed Flori Marquez, co-founder of BlockFi, a crypto financial services company. They chat about the future of crypto, why you should care, and...
As your net worth increases you have more exposure to lawsuits and other financial risks. Laura covers 7 wise strategies to protect your money, assets, and businesses.
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Looking for ways to slash your tax bill? Laura reviews seven legitimate ways to eliminate your entire tax bill or increase your tax refund and keep hundreds or thousands of your hard-earned...
Filing cabinet overstuffed? It's time to get clarity on which documents you can safely toss, what records you should save, and for how long. Laura reviews five tips for keeping tax and other...
This week's market turmoil underscores that using tried-and-true investment strategies is best. Laura gives an explainer about why everyone has been talking about GameStop and reviews seven simple...
Laura interviews Sarah Wyant from Carvana about tips for getting the best deal when buying or selling a used car online. They discuss what you need to know, including how to save money, create a...
Ready to invest in crypto and NFTs but don't want to get scammed? Laura answers listener questions about who should own crypto assets, the potential risks, and how to know when a cybercriminal is...
Starting a family is an exciting life change. Laura covers ten financial and legal considerations for new parents to reduce risk, make medical cost and childcare more affordable, and protect their...
Over-contributing to various tax-advantaged accounts isn’t allowed, but can be easy to do by mistake. Laura reviews the contribution limits for various accounts and how to correct an excess so you...
Fortunate to have a bit of extra money, but aren't sure what to do with it? Laura answers a listener question and covers seven smart things to do with your money after you've covered the...
Interested in passive income and real estate but not sure if you're ready for hands-on investing? Laura covers five ways to invest in property actively and passively so you can diversify your...
Using debt wisely comes down to understanding the difference between good and bad debt and the right amounts based on your income and goals. Laura reviews how eight ways to know if you have too...
The new year is an excellent time to take stock of your finances and decide what you want to achieve with your money. Laura reviews five essential resolutions for tracking your financial progress,...
To celebrate the new year, Nutrition Diva host Monica Reinagel joins a panel of Quick and Dirty Tips experts to discuss New Year's Resolutions and what you need to know about nutrition goal-setting...
Worried about retirement savings? Find out how five beneficial IRS tax adjustments for 2022 will help you save more money for retirement and create a stronger financial future.
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Laura interviews Dan Roccato from Credible.com about smart ways families and students can prepare for college expenses, borrow the right amount, and manage student loans wisely after graduation....