Money Girl

Laura answers a listener’s question about how to create a financial plan. It’s an excellent guide when you’re unsure what to do with your money or want to focus on the best financial resolutions for the upcoming year.  Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-030...

Find out how seven beneficial IRS retirement-related adjustments for 2023 will help you cut taxes, save more money, and create a stronger financial future. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to th...

What you do or don’t do after leaving your job is critical for protecting your income, benefits, and professional relationships. Laura covers steps for successfully managing a voluntary or involuntary job change. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Fin...

Don't let the financial pitfalls of the holidays sneak up on you. Laura covers wise tips to make the season brighter, less expensive, and more memorable! (Originally released December 4, 2019.) Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Fac...

Buying a home or refinancing a mortgage is a significant financial move! Laura helps you understand discount points, when to use them, and tricks to cut the cost of becoming a homeowner.  Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook...

CDs offer a guaranteed return on your money with low risk. Laura covers how CDs work, different types, maximizing income with laddering, and where to find the best offers. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or...

Buying a home can be a wise money move, but it's not the right decision for everyone. Laura covers the pros of renting and owning, especially in a challenging real estate market, so you know which option is best for you and your finances. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voic...

If you’re worried about a recession or just want to strengthen your finances, Laura covers seven steps to take now to ease the impact of a future hardship.  Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to t...

Not sure if you should ditch your day job to start or grow a business? Laura shares chapter three of her latest title, Money-Smart Solopreneur , which is packed with strategy and productivity tips, plus how she made the leap to full-time solopreneur. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or...

Laura answers a listener question about knowing whether buying HSA-qualified health insurance can pay off. Find out what makes a plan eligible and wise strategies for maximizing an HSA. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook an...

If you’re thinking about buying a home, one advantage homeowners get is qualifying for money-saving tax benefits. Laura answers a listener question and covers various ways buying a home can improve your financial life compared to renting. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voic...

Not sure if you're doing everything the best way to keep your existing or future family safe? Laura covers nine strategies to be prepared for the unexpected, avoid risks, and build wealth for yourself and your loved ones. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-...

Laura Adams is celebrating her 13th year hosting the Money Girl podcast. To commemorate this big milestone, she's sharing 13 critical things for achieving more financial success. Find out which ones you're already doing and which you should adopt now to accomplish more with your money. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an emai...

When and how should you start investing for a child’s future or education expenses? Laura goes over 7 great ways to help save for your kids. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter fo...

If you're looking for a clever way to cut taxes, pay less for healthcare, and build retirement savings, a health savings account (HSA) delivers. Laura's guide will help you start an HSA, understand the rules, and use it to your financial advantage. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or le...

If you're one of the 45 million Americans with outstanding federal student loans, you know there have been many changes to the program since the start of the pandemic. Now, there's a new plan for student loan forgiveness that you may have heard about. We'll review that in today's episode. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an e...

Listener Dave asks: Is it OK to open a credit card for its promotion and close it later? And when it comes to building credit, how many cards are too many? Money Girl Laura Adams explains how to use your cards more strategically. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at...

While using a tax-free Roth IRA to save for retirement is a smart move, you can’t contribute if your income is too high. Laura answers a listener question about how to have one using a backdoor strategy, and rules for doing a Roth IRA rollover.  Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to  money@quickanddirtytips.com or leav...

Laura answers listener questions and helps you get familiar with 9 critical retirement account rules so you can use them whether you’re employed, self-employed, unemployed, or retired. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and...

With inflation at an all-time high, you might be feeling a strain on your finances. A wise way to fight back is using some clever ways to cut costs—how about 25 of them? That's what we'll cover in today's show so you can put them into action for quick money wins. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast . Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddir...

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Building and maintaining great credit is a critical part of your financial life. Be aware of seven credit mistakes and misunderstandings that can hurt your wallet. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Links:...

Ready to quit work or begin a financially independent lifestyle? Laura covers five strategies to help you retire early and avoid paying early withdrawal penalties.  Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Links...

Ever wonder if you should use a buy now pay later (BNPL) offer or how they actually work? Laura interviews Bill Walsh, Chief Customer Officer with Sunbit about the growing BNPL industry and tips for using modern financing options wisely.  Here are a few topics Bill and I cover on this week's show: The two primary types of BNPL offers you can use. How a BNPL purchase compares to using a credit card...

Find out exactly how much money you really need for retirement and by what age. Laura covers various factors to consider for retirement planning, including a potential recession.  Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dir...