Laura covers six ways to invest in crypto, including some clever, tax-advantaged options for avoiding capital gains taxes. You'll learn what cryptocurrency is, how to buy it, how it gets taxed, and...
Should you fill your wallet with credit cards or limit the number you have? It all depends on how you use credit and what makes sense for your financial life. Laura explains how to use credit...
Confused about how 401(k)s work? Laura explains the rules for using these tax-advantaged retirement accounts, including employer matching, contribution limits, rollovers, withdrawals, loans, and...
Feeling bitcoin or cryptocurrency FOMO right now? Laura interviews Fred Schebesta, author and founder of Finder.com about the future of cryptocurrency and what bitcoin beginners should know. Find...
Should you open a joint bank account? Get a credit card together? Cosign a mortgage? Money Girl Laura Adams covers ten crucial rules for first-time couples managing their money together.
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Want to teach your kids good money habits and set them up for success? Laura breaks down three types of kids banking accounts and gives you her recommendations so you'll know what's best for your...
Tired of holiday debt hangovers? Money Girl interviews Kristy Olinger, Credit Card Product Manager at Citizens, and co-host of The Opposite of Small Talk podcast, about tips for stretching your...
Listener Kaitlyn asks: How will canceling a credit card affect my credit scores? Money Girl Laura Adams explains what you need to consider before closing an account, how to minimize hits to your...
Ready to achieve your financial goals and build the rich life you're dreaming about? Laura covers seven steps to reach your money goals faster, figure out what they should be, and stay motivated...
Sometimes reaching your personal or business goals comes down to using the right tools. Laura reviews 20 of her favorite free or low-cost digital tools you can try out to make better money...
Laura interviews Melanie Musson from Clearsurance.com about how to use smart home technology to protect your property and save money on home or renters insurance. You'll learn which insurance...
If you're ready to get your own wheels, Laura covers ten things first-time car owners need to know. You'll learn the pros and cons of buying versus leasing, how to get the best deal possible, and...
Want to be a successful investor? Money Girl explains how to get started, build financial safety nets, use tax-advantaged accounts, choose investments, and reduce risk. Find out how to create the...
Not sure whether to pay off a debt or to invest money instead? Laura covers the main pros and cons and shares a simple method to prioritize your precious resources so you accomplish key financial...
Confused about whether you need a financial advisor and the different types? Laura interviews Rita Cheng, CFP, from Blue Ocean Global Wealth and Finder.com about who should work with an advisor,...
Money Girl answers a listener question about annuities and explains the different types, how they work, and whether they can help you create a comfortable retirement.
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Becoming a homeowner is a big decision. Money Girl explains how to prepare your finances, figure out a budget, work with real estate pros, and even when it's best to step back and wait to buy a...
The child tax credit is a federal benefit that puts money back in the pockets of qualifying families. Money Girl explains what the credit is, who qualifies for it, and how to receive it as advance...
Before accepting your next job, there are critical decisions every employee must make. From negotiating a salary to choosing workplace benefits, Money Girl covers 10 things every employee should...
Money Girl interviews Kristy Olinger, Credit Card Product Manager at Citizens, and co-host of The Opposite of Small Talk podcast, to discuss clever ways to take full advantage of different types of...