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What Should You Do With an Old Retirement Plan?
Not sure what to do with an old retirement plan from a previous job?
Money Girl
06/15/2022
5 Ways to Help Your Kids Become Rich
Find out five ways to save and invest for your child's future and how it should fit into your big financial picture.
Money Girl
06/08/2022
3 Smart Strategies for Using a Health Savings Account
Understand the benefits of a health savings account (HSA), who qualifies to have one, and whether you should spend it or keep it invested for the lon…
Money Girl
06/01/2022
8 Pros and Cons of Investing in Crypto in Your 401(k)
Before buying bitcoin in your 401(k), understand the benefits and risks.
Money Girl
05/25/2022
6 Smart Money Moves When Interest Rates Rise
As interest rates rise, find out essential financial moves to save money.
Money Girl
05/18/2022
Good Debt vs Bad Debt: Your Plan for Paying Off Debt Faster
Do you know the difference between good and bad debt? Laura explains why it's a critical concept for saving money, building wealth, and creating more…
Money Girl
05/11/2022
What does it mean to have a company vesting schedule?
If your employer offers a 401(k) match or stock options, they may come with a company vesting schedule. Find out what it means to be vested and how i…
Money Girl
05/04/2022
Can You Contribute to a 401k and an IRA in the Same Year?
Having more than one retirement plan can change the tax rules and benefits you receive. Laura explains what you need to know and how to get most most…
Money Girl
04/27/2022
What Happens If You Get Named a Personal Representative
To answer a Money Girl podcast listener question about being a personal representative, Laura interviews attorney Lauren Blair. They chat about plann…
Money Girl
04/20/2022
5 Things Every Home Buyer Should Know About Mortgage Points
Buying a home or refinancing a mortgage is a huge financial move! Laura helps you understand what mortgage points are and how to know if they're wort…
Money Girl
04/13/2022
674 - 8 Steps to Prepare Your Finances for Homeownership
Are you ready for homeownership? Find out if buying a home is right for you, how much you can afford, ways to save for a down payment, and tips to ge…
Money Girl
04/06/2022
Why BlockFi’s Founder Believes More Women Should Care About Crypto
To celebrate Women’s History Month, Laura interviewed Flori Marquez, co-founder of BlockFi, a crypto financial services company. They chat about the …
Money Girl
03/30/2022
7 Ways to Protect Your Money From Lawsuits
As your net worth increases you have more exposure to lawsuits and other financial risks. Laura covers 7 wise strategies to protect your money, asset…
Money Girl
03/23/2022
7 (Legal) Ways to Reduce Your Tax Bill
Looking for ways to slash your tax bill? Laura reviews seven legitimate ways to eliminate your entire tax bill or increase your tax refund and keep h…
Money Girl
03/16/2022
5 Tips for Keeping Tax and Other Financial Records
Filing cabinet overstuffed? It's time to get clarity on which documents you can safely toss, what records you should save, and for how long. Laura re…
Money Girl
03/09/2022
670 - Simple Strategies to Invest Money Wisely at Any Age
This week's market turmoil underscores that using tried-and-true investment strategies is best. Laura gives an explainer about why everyone has been …
Money Girl
03/02/2022
How to Buy or Sell a Used Car Online
Laura interviews Sarah Wyant from Carvana about tips for getting the best deal when buying or selling a used car online. They discuss what you need t…
Money Girl
02/23/2022
7 Tips to Avoid Cryptocurrency and NFT Scams
Ready to invest in crypto and NFTs but don't want to get scammed? Laura answers listener questions about who should own crypto assets, the potential …
Money Girl
02/16/2022
Starting a Family? 10 Things New Parents Should Know About Money
Starting a family is an exciting life change. Laura covers ten financial and legal considerations for new parents to reduce risk, make medical cost a…
Money Girl
02/09/2022
661 - What To Do If You Contribute Too Much to an HSA, IRA or 401k
Over-contributing to various tax-advantaged accounts isn’t allowed, but can be easy to do by mistake. Laura reviews the contribution limits for vario…
Money Girl
02/03/2022