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Is the housing market cooling down? How about the jobs market? Professional sports teams are getting into the "crypto craze." Where could THAT go wrong?? Why is Kroger's stock SOARING? "Keeping up with the Joneses" is usually a bad idea… but there's one way a little "peer pressure" can help your finances. The State of Ohio held $1 million lotteries to encourage people to get vaccinated… but did th...

Cincinnati Bell is going private. What's it mean for local employees? Does COVID count as a "business interruption"? Beware of this new wave of phone scams…with tech expert Dave Hatter. What should you get the newlyweds? For more couples, the answer is STRAIGHT CASH. Forget about Friday Night Lights… high school students are now leaving early to cash in, now that college players are allowed to be...

The leaves are changing… and so is the job market and your 401(k). P&G was listed as the BEST in the state by Forbes. What incentives should job seekers look for right now? How much insurance you need completely depends on who you are. Tonight, where you may be paying too much… and where you may not have enough. You probably want to know about this Venmo scam… but your kids DEFINITELY need to. See...

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Happy Labor Day This year the deals and events are back. Here's where you can spend… and save. What do you do if you're a state or business that can't find workers? Do you need more than a 401(k) to save well? Retiring early Dogecoin regrets See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How well do you know your 401(k)? Apple is rolling out a new feature that will allow you to upload your license to your iPhone's "Wallet." The key differences between the two MOST POPULAR government healthcare programs Your back-to-office plans changed yet again You don't know when everyone is coming back in the office… but IF they do, your office life is going to look much different. Here are you...

Social Security's trust fund is running dry faster than expected… By the time you're out of traffic, you'll know what this means for you. These local universities are now requiring COVID vaccines for students and staff. The latest tri-state scams that YOU need to know.. The BBB has the details We're on the backside of the pandemic…hopefully. But some priorities have permanently changed-- like wher...

The United States is officially out of Afghanistan, but some economic questions remain Donuts for your health. Krispy Kreme is DOUBLING it's offer for vaccinated customers More than half of American workers are looking for a new job. Is that you? A new offer may come to your 401(k) plan… an annuity. These ones are often sold without commissions and lower fees, but are they ever a good idea? Covid...

Hurricane Ida soaked offshore oil refineries. How will it affect your next trip to the pump? How you can handle inflation as an investor How are your kids learning about personal finance in their schools? We'll learn about a GREAT local program with Erin Harris from the StEP Store How to make your marriage more financially equal. Used clothing is a MASSIVE business… and the retailers who sold clot...

This may not end well. TikTok users will soon be able to buy stuff directly through the short videos on the app. They previously had to do it through pesky advertisements. You may see this story more often. Delta Air Lines is raising health insurance premiums for unvaccinated employees by $200 a month to cover higher Covid costs. The do's and don'ts of leaving money to grandchildren. Costs of flex...

Your financial questions aren't the same ones you had a year ago. Here are Simply Money's tips for navigating a hot housing market, higher car prices, and a labor shortage. The crypto you probably know is Bitcoin is pretty much the “Coca-Cola” of cryptocurrencies… but there are perhaps 5,000 other types of cryptocurrency. How is the Delta variant impacting your travel plans? Are there any deals to...

All time highs and record debt. By the time you're out of traffic you'll know how to respond to stocks at all time highs… and one lesser-used investment to save on taxes. How local universities are dealing with vaccination requirements for students and staff These "home rennovations" can actually HURT your home's resale value.. Michelle Sloan has the answers What's keeping Americans from going bac...

The American economy is looking to fill more than 10 million jobs as millions are exiting the labor force. Tonight, what it means for you. more Americans are investing. More than a quarter of investors polled started investing within the last 18 months, and 73% began in 2019 You have PLENTY of entertainment options for your money… but how can you budget for all of that spending? One of the TRICKIE...

The stock market is coming off a turbulent week and the Federal Reserve, our nation's central bank, is planning a major change that could impact your 401(k) President Joe Biden just forgave $5.8 billion in student loans. Who qualifies? The unique challenges for singles planning for retirement It's not always a good idea to compare yourself to others… but sometimes it's nice to know. Here's how Ame...

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Your attitudes toward work and retirement have changed. Make sure your finances are ready. Are you making more impulse purchases? The expensive habit more Americans are trying to kick Will buying an older home save you money? Or are you just gonna spend more on the repairs You are worried about what's gonna happen to the economy. -- the rules of when you ACUTALLY should sell an investment… and Whe...

Use your vacation! It's a part of your salary and your boss WANTS you to use it. It's the busiest week for events in Cincinnati since the pandemic began. What can you look forward to? How did working from home affect your finances? Cryptocurrency pump and dump schemes Higher restaurant bills See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The economic risks from the Delta variant and inflation are real, but our economy is still on track for a robust recovery. Unvaccinated workers may be paying more for health insurance… by how much? You have PLENTY of connected devices in your home… but how safe are they? You've heard us say 'refinance your mortgage.' But anytime you're making a major financial decision… it can quickly go wrong. Ma...

Your spending is boucing back with PLENTY of entertainment options… but could that be too much of a good thing? Would you take a pay cut to work remotely? Some say yes. How can you build up your "career resiliance? Pandemic and buying life insurance Quit your job or leave your pet at home? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are your kids ready to go back to school… How about your wallet? Why your next latte may be MUCH more expensive Why would you open a restaurant during the pandemic? Divorces can be one of the thorniest financial planning subjects… but these financial planning reminders may be able to help you, or somebody you know going through on. Spending too much time on your phone? See omnystudio.com/listener...

Inflation is already affecting your wallet. Looking to rent a car? One place you may be able to save Your Cincinnati real estate market update with Michelle Sloan Awhile ago we told you that SPACs we're looking RIPE for fraud… now we're starting to see some examples. Could your "big-box gym" go the way of the Blockbuster? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One trillion dollar infrastructure bill. Who is paying for it? Employed Americans are feeling more confident about quitting their jobs How the extended eviction moratorium is impacting renters… and landlords How the extended eviction moratorium is impacting renters… and landlords It's not only companies that are paying more… but small towns. Some American cities are offering up to $20,000 for you...

Wall Street is celebrating jobs data and earnings beats… but are these great returns normal? FedEx is looking to fill more than 1,000 jobs in Greater Cincinnati. Deciding what to leave your kids in your will is TOUGH. Perspective from estate planning attorney Mark Reckman. Some college athletes are about to get PAID. Here's are financial advice for them Take out on the couch is here to stay. Some...