HerMoney with Jean Chatzky

As we close out Black History Month, we wanted to shine a spotlight on one sector of the population we’re truly in awe of: Black female business owners. Although Black women make up less than 10% of the U.S. population, they’ve emerged as the fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs in the country.  Today we’re joined by Tiffany Dufu, president of the Tory Burch Foundation and author of Drop the Bal...

Bonds: They’re often known as the “boring” part of a portfolio, but they serve a critical purpose in helping investors manage risk and generate steady returns. And we have questions: With interest rates rising and the economy in flux, is now a good time to invest in bonds? How do inflation and the Federal Reserve’s decisions impact bond yields? And should you buy individual bonds or stick to bond...

In this week’s Mailbag, where we’re diving deep into all things grocery shopping, meal prep, and saving money on food!  Ali Slagle, author of I Dream of Dinner (So You Don’t Have To) and writer of the 40 Ingredients Forever Substack joins us again to answer your questions about how to stretch your grocery dollars, make meal prep effortless, and cook delicious meals with just a few staples. Have yo...

Have you ever found yourself rushing to the store for a single missing ingredient, only to watch it go bad in your fridge after one use? You’re not alone. With grocery prices soaring, getting the most out of your food budget has never been more important.  This week, we’re joined by Ali Slagle, New York Times contributor and author of 40 Ingredients Forever, to talk about the art of cooking smarte...

If you've ever wondered how to navigate love, money, and relationships in today’s dating world, you’re not alone! 💕 In this HerMoney Mailbag, we’re bringing back Matchmaker Maria Avgitidis, CEO of Agape Match and author of Ask a Matchmaker, to answer your biggest dating and financial questions. From dating with an income gap to tackling prenups, managing retirement expectations, and knowing when...

Happy Valentine’s Day, HerMoney fam! If you’ve ever ventured into online dating, you know how tricky (and sometimes exhausting) it can be. But before you consider hiring a matchmaker with a hefty price tag, we’ve got you covered. This week, we sit down with Maria Avgitidis, aka Matchmaker Maria to talk about what really goes into finding “the one.” She’s a fourth-generation matchmaker, CEO of Agap...

Today we’re diving deep into all of your questions about the financial challenges that come with perimenopause and menopause with the incredible Jill Herzig, Co-Founder and Chief Brand Officer of Midi Health. We’re tackling everything from career confidence in midlife to the real cost of hormone replacement therapy (HRT).   If you caught our last episode, you know Jill is on a mission to make midl...

This week, Jean sits down with Jill Herzig, Chief Brand Officer and co-founder of Midi Health, to discuss how perimenopause and menopause impact women’s careers, finances, and overall well-being.  We break down the financial burden of menopause — lost productivity, medical costs, and workplace struggles — and explore real solutions, from hormone therapy to lifestyle changes.  And in Mailbag: Shoul...

2025 is officially here, and with it comes a new administration in the White House, along with new economic policies that will impact you and your wallet.  On the most recent episode of Your Money Map, our weekly show with the Alliance for Lifetime Income, we’re joined by Betsey Stevenson, University of Michigan Public Policy and Economics Professor and Former Chief Economist of the U.S. Departmen...

This week we’re tackling the complexities of the insurance system with Jay Feinman, author of Delay, Deny, Defend: Why Insurance Companies Don’t Pay Claims and What You Can Do About It. We dive into the recent, shocking murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson and how it brought our collective frustrations with the health insurance industry into sharp focus. And in Mailbag, Jean and Kathryn t...

We’re diving into your FIRE questions with Shang Saavedra, author of Wealth is a Mindset and a trailblazer in the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement. Shang achieved financial independence at 32 and is here to help you tackle everything from early retirement to overcoming money trauma. We cover: How to plan for retirement when the timeline feels uncertain. The importance of viewin...

Today we’re diving deep into the world of Financial Independence Retire Early (FIRE) with Shang Saavedra, founder of Save My Cents and author of Wealth is a Mindset: Change Your Mind, Change Your Money. Shang achieved FIRE at just 32 years old, and she’s here to share the ups, downs, and lessons from her journey. And don’t miss our mailbag segment, where Jean tackles questions about bond funds, ET...

Today, Jean Chatzky is joined by Karen Finerman, CEO of Metropolitan Capital Advisors, a CNBC Fast Money panelist, and co-founder of our InvestingFixx Club. Together, they reflect on the standout moments of 2024, take a deep dive into the forces shaping the markets in 2025, and offer insights into the year ahead. Whether you’re new to investing or a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with action...

It’s somehow the middle of January — which means if you’ve made your resolutions and you’re still sticking to them, congratulations are in order! You’ve made it past Quitters Day or the day when most people abandon their resolutions (it falls on the second Friday in January).  But if you have fallen off of your financial resolutions, this is your sign to pick them back up. Because of his year, it’...

Today, in honor of #DryJanuary, we’re bringing back this episode with Laura McKowen, author of We Are the Luckiest: The Surprising Magic of a Sober Life. We explore the evolving conversation around alcohol consumption, sobriety, and how they intersect with women’s lives, careers, and finances. Laura also shares her personal journey with alcohol addiction, recovery, and how sobriety improved her fi...

Welcome to 2025! It’s a New Year and it’s also a Presidental transition year which means we’re all wondering where things may be headed this year economy-wise. A little trepidation is always expected anytime a new President is due to take office, but Americans are feeling especially uncertain about how President-elect Trump’s decisions may have a ripple effect on our personal economies.  Kathryn E...

Is one of your New Year's resolutions to finally hire a financial advisor this year but unsure of where to start? We hear you. That’s why we’re bringing back this special mailbag episode with Pam Krueger, founder and CEO of WealthRamp, to tackle all your burning questions about financial advisors. From finding a fiduciary you can trust to navigating minimum asset requirements, we’ve got you covere...

Today we’re diving headfirst into a question that has sparked both inspiration and existential angst for centuries: Finding your purpose. It’s a daunting idea, isn’t it? Purpose can feel abstract, elusive, and ever-shifting — something we’re constantly chasing but rarely confident we’ve fully grasped.  Dr. Jordan Grumet, author of The Purpose Code: How to Unlock Meaning, Maximize Happiness, and Le...

Today we’re bringing back our episode with Melissa Bernstein, co-founder of the renowned toy company Melissa & Doug, to discuss the critical importance of mental health. Melissa opens up about her decades-long battle with anxiety, depression, and existential despair, sharing how she learned to channel her struggles into light and creativity. We explore why so many women feel isolated, the power of...

This holiday season has been….stressful. And if it feels like you’re feeling more holiday stress this year than your male partner, you probably are. A 2023 poll from Yahoo News and YouGov found that 43% of women said their level of stress and anxiety increases during the holidays (compared to 32% of men).  Resiliency and stress expert Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe shares her top tips for entering the Ne...

Did you know we’re spending over 11% of our disposable income on food—the highest amount since 1991? It’s time to take control of our grocery bills and find joy in the kitchen. That’s why we’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes with New York Times food columnist Melissa Clark, author of Dinner in One, and over 40 other cookbooks. Melissa shares her genius tips for cutting down on time and ef...

As 2024 comes to a close, it’s time to take control of your money and set yourself up for an even better 2025. How to do it? We’ve got nine actionable steps from HerMoney CEO Jean Chatzky. From rebalancing your investment portfolio after a booming stock market year, to making sure your cash is earning its keep in high-yield savings accounts, we share how to optimize your money.  Takeaways: Gains i...

It’s a record-breaking year for holiday travel with AAA reporting that almost 120 million people will travel 50 miles or more to spend this holiday season with the people they love. If you’re one of those people traveling to spend to holidays with your parents or your partner's parents, may we suggest doing a little Swedish death cleaning while you’re there?  No, it’s not as morbid as it sounds (a...

The holidays are the perfect time to show gratitude to the people who make our lives easier, from housekeepers and hairstylists to restaurant servers and babysitters. But figuring out how much to tip — and how to fit it into our budgets — can feel overwhelming, especially with inflation making everything more expensive than it used to be.  We’re bringing back this episode with Barbara Sloan, found...

Many of us spend decades saving for retirement. But what happens when it’s time to spend those hard-earned dollars…how do you make them last?  On the most recent episode of Your Money Map, our bi-weekly show with the Alliance for Lifetime Income, we talk about all things decumulation with the pros — Christine Benz, Director of Personal Finance and Retirement Planning for Morningstar, and David Bla...