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Have you ever spotted a surprise charge on your credit or debit card? Is your kid to blame? A new LendingTree survey reveals almost half of parents say they’ve caught their children secretly spending. Others knowingly allow their children to borrow their cards, and regret it. In this episode, we’re talking with Matt Schultz, the chief credit analyst at LendingTree about how to teach children about...

We're all well aware of the spike in gas prices and how it's affecting your wallet. But what does it mean for airfare? Just like cars, airlines need fuel for their planes. So, how is the Russian Ukraine war affecting what you pay for airfare. For the answer, we're talking to Scott Keyes of Scott's Cheap Airfare. He's an airline analyst and he'll tell us what to expect regarding your upcoming vacat...

The chip shortage for new cars is still ongoing. So, how long will it last and how is it affecting consumers as well as car dealers? Today, we're talking to Karl Brauer. He's an auto analyst with Iseecars.com and he's also worked for Kelly Blue Book, Auto Trader, and Edmunds. Due to the chip shortage, he'll tell us what new cars are hottest on the market. What used cars are persuading consumers to...

The cost of gas is going up. So, today Patrick De Haan is joining us. He’s the head of petroleum analysis for Gas Buddy and he has the reasons behind what’s driving gas prices. Is there any relief on the horizon, particularly since Russia’s recent invasion of Ukraine? De Hann says get ready, and $4.55 a gallon is very possible for Arizonans. Head to gasbuddy.com to find the cheapest gas near you.

Many companies offer their employees a 401(k) plan to help prepare for their retirement years. However, many workers choose not to enroll, and they are leaving money on the table. A lot of money. On this episode, we're talking to Ted Schmelzle, a retirement expert from Securian Financial who tells us why it's throwing away money if you don't contribute. Plus, he gives tips to grow your money faste...

People are leaving their current jobs in numbers we haven't seen before. It's referred to as the "Great Resignation." But when you're offered a new job, how do you bring up the topic of salary without being awkward? And how do you comfortably ask for a dollar amount that works for you? Today, we're talking to Andres Lares. He runs a company called Shapiro Negotiations Institute, a firm that has re...

Valentine's Day is here and “Love is in the Air.” Or is it? A recent report by Personal Capital reveals 57% of U.S. adults ay the pandemic has increased financial stress in their relationship. Today, on the 3 On Your Side podcast, we’re talking to Krista Aliga, a financial advisor with Personal Capital. She explains why money is causing some people to fall out of love and what steps you can take t...

The big game is almost here, so it's time to plan for your big Super Bowl spread. But your game day meals and snacks are going to cost you a lot more this year. So today, we're talking to Karol Flynn with Wells Fargo. She'll help show you the best buys when it comes to Super Bowl food, plus some great tips to save the next time you head to the store.

Looking for a job? Then you'll need a great resume to stand out from the other candidates. On this episode, we're talking to Jeff Hyman, author and CEO of Recruit Rockstars. He has great tips to spice up your resume and land the job you want. Recruit Rockstars -  https://recruitrockstars.com/ Venturesome -  https://venturesome.recruitrockstars.com/

How many credit cards do you have? Whatever the number, your cards may have perks you don't even know about. About 30 percent of Americans who have rewards cards have made no effort to take advantage of their points or perks that they may have. On this episode, we're talking with Doug Milnes, Chief Financial Analyst with MoneyGeek.com. He has some surprising information when it comes to you and yo...

It’s almost tax time, and if you’re like millions of Americans, you’re expecting a refund. In this episode, Gary Harper and Susan Campbell talk with Mark Steber, the Chief Tax Information Officer at Jackson Hewitt, about new deductions, changes this tax season, and potential IRS delays.

When it comes to the economy, what can we expect in 2022? Inflation is increasing at a pace we haven't seen in 40 years, consumer prices are higher, and interest rates are inching up. On this episode, we talk with Greg McBride, Chief Financial Analyst for BankRate.com. He outlines what he see in 2022's economy, whether we will see it blossom, or if it will cost us more money.

We find ourselves in a new year as 2022 is officially here, and one popular new year's resolution is to get into better shape. But is joining a gym the right decision? And if you do join, what should you know when it comes to contracts and how much you pay? Today, we're talking to Jim Bathurst. He's a fitness trainer from Nerdfitness and he's in the business of getting people into shape and losing...

The hustle and bustle of Christmas shopping is in full swing and a lot of purchases will be made online. But what do you do if someone gives you an online gift and you need to return it? It may be difficult or impossible. Today, we're talking to Jill Emanuel. She's a certified financial coach with Fiscal Fitness. She's been helping consumers to save money and navigate through complicated topics fo...

Holiday shopping is in full swing, and for kids, toys are at the top of the list. But be careful because some of those toys could be dangerous. Today on the 3 On Your Side podcast, Gary and Susan talk with Hannah Rhodes. She’s a Consumer Watchdog associate with the Arizona PIRG Education Fund. From counterfeit toys to smart toys and toys that are too noisy, she is breaking down exactly what to loo...

One expense many consumer have, but don't pay attention to, is insurance. Home, auto, renter, and more, there's insurance for just about everything. Does it really save? And how much can you save if you bundle?  On this episode, we're talking to Mark Fitzpatrick from Money Geek. They have dozens of experts who analyze all kinds of statistics and crunch the latest numbers. They found bundling could...

We're coming up on the end of the year soon and that means 2021 will officially be in the history books. Looking back, how do you think you did financially? Did you start a retirement fund or savings account? If you have a 401(k), did you increase how much you contribute and are you satisfied financially? 3 On Your Side’s Gary Harper talks to Leslie Tayne. She's an author of a bestselling book reg...

Christmas is almost here, and that means trees and lights! But that combination can be dangerous if you display your lights the wrong way. To keep you safe, we're talking to John DeCosmo, an expert who knows all about fixing broken lights and hanging them safely.

The holidays are quickly approaching, which means a lot of you might be going to a holiday party. And wine is one of the more popular items that party-goers bring. But what kind of wine? How much should you spend? And what's a good brand to take with you? In this 3 On Your Side Podcast, we're talking with Keith Beavers. He's a self-described "wine geek" who's been in the wine retail industry in Ne...

Americans are sitting on billions of dollars in unused gift cards, so are they really a good gift to give? On this episode, we’re talking with Ted Rossman, a senior industry analyst at CreditCards.com, about spending those unused gift cards. He also has some ideas about what to do with gift cards to stores or restaurants you’ll never visit.

The holiday season is almost here and consumers are expected to spend, spend, spend. The National Retail Federation is predicting holiday sales during November and December could balloon to $859 billion. On this episode, we talk with Katherine Cullen, the senior director of industry and consumer insights at NRF, about supply chain challenges, tracking down the perfect gift, and why so many America...

Ongoing supply chain issues seem to have almost paralyzed consumer goods across the country. From canned goods, to computer chips to auto parts, you name it, and they all seem to be hard to come by. But what's causing the kink in the supply chain and when will we see relief? On this episode, we talk to Bill Thayer. He's an expert in logistics, retail, and e-commerce, and he’s also CEO of Fillogic,...

When it comes to saving money, your car insurance premiums should be at the top of your list. Yet, nearly half of consumers have failed to comparison shop to see if they can get a better deal. That's what we're talking about on the 3 On Your Side podcast. We talk to Mark Fitzpatrick with MoneyGeek.com who will show you how to shop for car insurance and get the best rate.

The cost of renting a car has sky-rocketed over the last year and a half. In fact, in Hawaii, travelers were shelling out $4,000 a week just to rent a car once they flew in for their vacation. On this episode, Gary Harper is talking to Willis Orlando, an analyst with a travel website called Scott's Cheap Flights which investigates travel costs like renting a car. He'll explain why car rentals have...

Nearly half of Americans carry some kind of credit card debt, with an average balance of $6,200. Unfortunately for many consumers, that amount will increase come the holidays. So in this episode, Gary is talking to Kelsa Dickey, a certified financial coach who’s been helping to dig people out of debt for years. She's going to tell us what we can to starting today in order to avoid a financial hang...