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Families of college students may be in line for tax deductions and credits on their 2021 taxes , but understanding the rules surrounding eligibility can be complex. WSJ contributor Cheryl Winokur Munk joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rising home prices and higher interest rates are keeping many would-be homebuyers on the sidelines and waiting on applying for mortgages. WSJ's Orla McCaffrey joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what many lenders are doing to drum up business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Understanding how new tax situations this year could affect your tax return in 2023 could put you a step ahead of the game. CPA Ed Slott joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The IRS has determined that cryptocurrency is investment property, much like stock or real estate. WSJ tax reporter Laura Saunders joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what that means for people preparing their annual tax returns, and how the IRS is stepping up its enforcement of taxes due on crypto gains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The expanded federal child tax credit has put more money in families' pockets, but it also has created confusion as Americans prepare their taxes. Tax reporter Richard Rubin joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how people should approach the child tax credit to avoid making errors on their returns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As more employees work remotely or take on a hybrid schedule, more states are implementing tax rules that address workers who live in one state or jurisdiction while their company's office is in another. Our week of special tax-focused episodes continues with WSJ tax reporter Laura Saunders joining host J.R. Whalen to discuss what taxpayers need to know as they prepare their tax returns. Learn mor...

Inflation rising at a pace not seen in 40 years will affect myriad areas of your finances. But it will also factor into your tax return, including how much tax you pay and how much you can save in tax-friendly accounts like an IRA. Tax reporter Richard Rubin joins host J.R. Whalen to kick off our week-long series on important tax issues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic...

After boosting the tips they gave to service personnel during the early days of the pandemic, many Americans have pulled back on how much gratuity they add to their bill. WSJ personal-finance reporter J.J. McCorvey joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why tipping has come down, as well as where tipping amounts are staying high. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mobile carriers, device makers and phone resellers will pay you for your retired smartphone. The WSJ's Shara Tibken joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how to find the right deal and get the best trade-in value for your phone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Interest rates are expected to climb throughout this year and potentially into 2023. WSJ personal-finance reporter Veronica Dagher joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how consumers can get ahead of rising rates now by paying down their debt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As LinkedIn grows in popularity among college students, many approach it as they do other social-media sites such as Facebook or Instagram. Host J.R. Whalen is joined by CeCe Hawley, who is hoping to master LinkedIn, and WSJ Family & Tech columnist Julie Jargon, who shares experts' advice for making your profile stand out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The nation's largest credit-reporting firms plan to strip tens of billions of dollars in medical debt from consumers’ credit reports. WSJ reporter AnnaMaria Andriotis joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why they are doing it, and how the move will affect people's credit scores. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Inflation is at a 40-year high, and that has more consumers thinking twice before making big purchases. WSJ retail reporter Suzanne Kapner joins host Trenae Nuri to discuss the kinds of things consumers are (and aren’t) willing to pay more for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Federal Reserve said it plans to raise interest rates by 0.25%, the first such increase in four years. WSJ personal-finance reporter Julia Carpenter joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how the rate increase could affect consumers' finances, such as mortgage rates and student loans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After more workers than expected retired during the pandemic, more companies are offering older workers the opportunity to phase into retirement while still remaining on the payroll. The WSJ's Anne Tergesen joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the benefits of such programs for both companies and workers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The cost of rent has risen an average of 18% in the U.S. over the past two years, according to Redfin. WSJ reporter Will Parker joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how more cities are considering rent-control measures to make monthly payments more affordable for tenants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Americans frustrated with near-record gas prices might be thinking about purchasing an electric vehicle. WSJ reporter Rachel Wolfe joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss whether buying an EV is a practical way to save on gas expenses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pandemic-related grants and tax credits are contributing to a tax season that is more complex than usual. WSJ contributor Lori Ioannou joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss some common mistakes by taxpayers that could raise red flags and lead to an audit by the IRS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Visa and Mastercard plan to raise the fees they charge merchants every time consumers pay with a credit card. WSJ reporter AnnaMaria Andriotis joins host J.R. Whalen to explain what that could mean for consumers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After years of record lows, economists expect mortgage rates to rise in the coming weeks and months. WSJ personal-finance reporter Veronica Dagher joins host J.R. Whalen with tips for consumers on avoiding pitfalls in the mortgage process, and maintaining a strong credit rating in order to secure a more attractive interest rate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Veteran personal-finance journalist Tess Vigeland is host of the new Wall Street Journal podcast As We Work. She joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how the new show will explore the changing dynamics of the workplace and how to navigate them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Costs for streaming services and digital platforms are going up like nearly everything else. WSJ personal-technology columnist Nicole Nguyen joins host J.R. Whalen with tips on trimming your monthly subscription costs without missing your favorite shows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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