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Money Girl

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Laura Adams provides short and friendly personal finance, small business, real estate, and investing tips to help you live a richer life. Whether you're just starting out or are already a savvy investor, Money Girl's advice will point you in the right direction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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529 Plan vs. Trump Account for Kids’ Education Expenses 23.01.2026 13:42

991. Laura answers a listener's question about using a 529 plan versus a Trump Account and reviews which is better for a child’s education. Find a transcript here. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part o...

The Scholarship System: How to Graduate Debt-Free, with Jocelyn Pearson 21.01.2026 31:11

This week, Laura interviews Jocelyn Pearson from The Scholarship System about how to reduce the cost of college and graduate debt-free. Find a transcript here. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Qu...

Should I Choose Traditional or Roth at Age 50? 16.01.2026 14:00

989. Laura answers a listener's question about choosing a traditional or Roth retirement plan by reviewing the pros and cons of each and a new Roth rule for those over 50. Find a transcript here. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal fina...

The 1031 Exchange: How to Defer Capital Gains Like a Pro 14.01.2026 13:00

988. This week, Laura reviews how to use a 1031 exchange to legally defer capital gains taxes when selling an investment property. You’ll learn the strict IRS rules for "like-kind" properties, the critical deadlines you must meet, and how to keep 100% of your profits working for you. Find a transcript here. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail...

How Can I Make a Cash Windfall Grow? 09.01.2026 16:31

987. Laura answers a listener's question about how to successfully manage a lump-sum cash windfall. Find a transcript here. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. 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: https://...

Your Roadmap for More Wealth in 2026 07.01.2026 11:37

986. This week, Laura reviews steps for achieving realistic New Year’s goals that can boost your confidence and financial security. Find a transcript here. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick...

How Do Trump Accounts Work for Kids? 02.01.2026 13:42

985. Laura answers a listener's question about what parents need to know about setting up Trump Accounts for kids. Find a transcript here. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. 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 ....

Counterintuitive Money Advice–Nine Surprising Tips That Build Wealth (Reissue) 31.12.2025 19:12

Today's show will highlight nine tips for building wealth that may surprise you. I'll review why they seem to go against the grain but can lead to more financial success. Find a transcript here. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finan...

Your Guide to Creating a Financial Plan in the New Year (Reissue) 26.12.2025 17:09

755. 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

4 Ways to Give a Young Child a Wealthy Future (Reissue) 24.12.2025 26:58

885. Laura answers a listener's questions about how to find a trustworthy financial advisor and give a young child financial freedom. Find a transcript here. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quic...

Should I Max Out a 401(k) before Opening a Roth IRA? 19.12.2025 17:47

984. Laura answers a listener's question about the pros and cons of contributing to a Roth IRA in addition to a workplace retirement plan. Find a transcript here. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of...

Using a 72(t) for Penalty-Free Early IRA Withdrawals 17.12.2025 11:58

983. This week, Laura reviews the pros and cons of setting up a 72(t) plan to tap your retirement savings. Find a transcript here. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. 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: h...

How Should I Prioritize Retirement Accounts at Multiple Jobs? 12.12.2025 12:46

982. Laura answers a listener's question about how to prioritize retirement contributions when you have multiple jobs and accounts. Find a transcript here. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick...

Navigating a Complex Health Insurance Landscape 10.12.2025 15:31

981. This week, Laura reviews the history of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and options for purchasing comprehensive health insurance. Find a transcript here. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quic...

Is My Net Worth High Enough for My Age? 05.12.2025 16:29

980. Laura answers a listener's question about building enough net worth to retire on time. Find a transcript here. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. 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: https://www.qui...

Your Guide for Keeping (and Ditching) Financial Records 03.12.2025 15:45

979. This week, Laura reviews how to tidy up your financial records and save space without violating IRS retention rules. She shares seven essential tips on which paper and digital documents to safely keep (like vital records and tax forms) or ditch, and for how long. Find a transcript here. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308...

Roth IRA Rules for Minors–How to Make Kids Millionaires (Reissue) 28.11.2025 15:28

775. Laura answers a listener’s question about the Roth IRA rules for his minor kids and how to pay them and correctly report the income for working in his business. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. Find a transcript here . 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 new...

7 Retirement Rules Changing in 2026 26.11.2025 13:59

978. Laura reviews new IRA rules starting in 2026 that you should know and factor into your retirement planning. Find a transcript here. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. 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 . Li...

BNPL vs. Credit Card–Which Option is Better? 21.11.2025 9:11

977. Laura answers a listener's question about whether to use a BNPL option or a credit card when shopping online. Find a transcript here. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. 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 ....

How to Build the Ultimate Financial Safety Net 19.11.2025 12:07

976. Laura reviews financial safety nets that help you and your family survive and even thrive despite an unexpected hardship. Find a transcript here. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. 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 D...

Holiday Gifts That Build Wealth for Kids 14.11.2025 11:03

975. Laura answers a listener's question about gifts to give kids when you want to help build their financial futures. Find a transcript here. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. 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 Tip...

6 Ways to Use Extra Money Wisely 12.11.2025 13:37

974. Laura reviews what to do when you have a small or large amount of extra money in your budget. Find a transcript here. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. 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: https://w...

Should I Convert a Term Policy to Whole Life? 07.11.2025 13:57

973. Laura answers a listener's question about when it makes sense to convert term life insurance to a whole life policy. Find a transcript here. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. 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...

Maximize Social Security with a Retirement Bridge Strategy 05.11.2025 12:38

972. Laura reviews why delaying your retirement benefit could make your nest egg last longer. Find a transcript here. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. 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: https://www.qu...

How to File Taxes Without Overpaying? 31.10.2025 16:54

971. Laura answers a listener's question about filing her first tax return correctly and without overpaying taxes. Find a transcript here. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. 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 ....