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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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7 Mortgage Hacks to Pay Off Your Home Early 29.10.2025 10:23

970. Laura reviews when and how to pay down your mortgage ahead of schedule and save money. 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...

Should I Use My IRA to Pay Off Credit Cards? 24.10.2025 15:36

969. Laura answers a listener's question about using an IRA to pay off credit card debt. 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.quickan...

7 Tips for Excellent Credit Scores and More Savings 22.10.2025 16:06

968. Laura reviews how to build excellent credit scores whether you’re starting from scratch, recovering from a credit hardship, or just want a credit boost to save money. 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...

I’m Financially Secure–Why Do I Feel Lost? 17.10.2025 14:08

967. Laura answers a listener's question about how to feel more certain about setting goals and a budget when your income rises. 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...

HSA Benefits–Save on Taxes, Healthcare, and Retirement 15.10.2025 13:53

966. Laura reviews the benefits of a health savings account (HSA), who qualifies for one, and ways they can save you the most. 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...

How Do Buffered ETFs Limit Investment Losses? 10.10.2025 12:50

965. Laura answers a listener's question about how to limit investment losses using buffered ETFs. 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...

Debt After Death–Does It Die With You? 08.10.2025 13:15

964. Laura reviews what happens to your debt when you die and tips for better estate 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 . Links: https://www.q...

What Happens When Term Life Insurance Expires? 03.10.2025 12:35

963. Laura answers a listener's question about what happens when a term life insurance policy expires. 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...

Avoid Holiday Debt With 9 Smart Strategies 01.10.2025 12:13

962. Laura reviews strategies to reduce or avoid debt during the last quarter of the year and still have a bright holiday season. 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 an...

How Do I Create an Affordable Estate Plan? 26.09.2025 18:52

961. Laura answers a listener's question about creating a complete and affordable estate plan to protect their heirs. 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...

6 Habits to Build a Huge Net Worth on a Modest Income 24.09.2025 13:17

960. Laura explains which money habits create more financial freedom, stability, and wealth, even when you’re not a high earner. 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...

How to Pay Off Credit Cards When Money is Tight 19.09.2025 17:28

959. Laura answers a listener's question about the best way to pay off credit cards when you have little or no extra income. 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 Dir...

7 Dos and Don’ts for Managing Medical Debt 17.09.2025 12:43

958. Laura explains what to do and not do if you can’t pay medical debt, and strategies for managing it wisely 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 . Link...

Should I Use My 401(k) to Pay Off Debt? 12.09.2025 16:29

957. Laura answers a question about using funds in a retirement plan to pay off credit cards and medical debt. 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 . Link...

Conquer Debt–How Nonprofit Credit Counseling Works 10.09.2025 36:27

956. Laura interviews Thomas Nitzsche with Money Management International (MMI), a nonprofit dedicated to debt solutions. Thomas Nitzsche - Money Management International (MMI) , 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 person...

What Do Most People Get Wrong About HSAs? 05.09.2025 13:40

Laura answers a question about costly HSA mistakes you should know and avoid. 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.quickanddirtytips....

5 Ways to Help Your Kids Become Rich (Reissue) 03.09.2025 16:01

Find out five ways to save and invest for your child's future and how it should fit into your big financial picture. This episode originally aired in June of 2022. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. Click to find a full transcript . 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...

How Do You Buy and Sell a Home at the Same Time? 29.08.2025 13:53

Laura answers a question about juggling the sale of a home and the purchase of a new one simultaneously. 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: htt...

How Much You Should Save for Retirement by Age (Even in a Recession) (Reissue) 27.08.2025 24:30

In this episode of Money Girl, Laura covers various factors to consider for retirement planning, including a potential recession. This episode originally aired in July of 2022. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. Click to find a full transcript . 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...

How Can I Become a Confident Investor? 22.08.2025 17:00

Laura answers an investing question with seven tips for becoming more confident, regardless of your level of experience. 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 T...

25 Clever Ways to Save Money During Inflation (Reissue) 20.08.2025 15:46

Instead of letting inflation hurt your finances, fight back by protecting your spending power and saving more money. This episode originally aired in August of 2022. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. Click to find a full transcript . 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...

How Can I Find the Right Financial Advisor? 15.08.2025 18:33

Laura answers a common question about how to find and hire the right financial professional. 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...

How a 529 Plan Saves Money for Students of All Ages 13.08.2025 14:04

Laura explains how 529 savings plans cut taxes and new rules that benefit families and students of all ages. 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...

How Do I Set Up My Own Business? 08.08.2025 13:40

Laura answers a question about creating a business entity when going from employee to self-employed. 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:...

How Does Flood Insurance Work to Protect Your Property? 06.08.2025 11:00

Did you know floods are the most common and costly natural disaster in the U.S.? Many homeowners and renters insurance policies don't cover flood damage, yet only about 4% of Americans have flood insurance. Join Laura as she explains what flood insurance is, who needs it, and how to protect your property from devastating flood-related losses. Find a transcript here. Have a money question? Send an...