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Will Renting or Owning a Home Make You Wealthier?

Will Renting or Owning a Home Make You Wealthier?

Laura reviews the pros and cons of renting and owning a home and which option will likely build wealth for you and your family.

How Can I Invest Confidently With Little Money?

How Can I Invest Confidently With Little Money?

Laura answers a listener's question about building wealth when you have a fixed income or little money to invest.

5 Tips for Living and Working in Different States

5 Tips for Living and Working in Different States

Laura reviews tips for living in multiple states and ways to prepare your finances to do it successfully as a remote worker, sunbird, or snowbird.

Does My Inheritance Count as Taxable Income?

Does My Inheritance Count as Taxable Income?

Laura answers a listener's question about paying tax on an inheritance and managing it wisely.

Counterintuitive Money Advice–9 Surprising Tips That Build Wealth (Reissue)

Counterintuitive Money Advice–9 Surprising Tips That Build Wealth (Reissue)

It's easy to follow intuitive financial advice, but don't overlook powerful counterintuitive tips. Laura reviews nine tips for building wealth that m…

Where Should I Invest After Maximizing a 401(k)?

Where Should I Invest After Maximizing a 401(k)?

Laura answers a listener's question about how to invest wisely after maxing out a retirement plan at work.

7 Steps to Achieve Your Financial Goals Faster (Reissue)

7 Steps to Achieve Your Financial Goals Faster (Reissue)

Achieving your financial goals is all about feeling happy and secure. Use this step-by-step guide to set the right financial goals and achieve them s…

What Should My New Year's Money Resolutions Be for 2025?

What Should My New Year's Money Resolutions Be for 2025?

Laura answers a listener's question about setting goals for the new year that build financial confidence and security after divorce.

13 Things You Must Do for More Financial Success in the New Year

13 Things You Must Do for More Financial Success in the New Year

Laura reviews 13 critical things you can do to achieve financial success. Use this checklist to adopt better habits that move you closer to your mone…

5 Most Popular Money Girl Topics of 2024

5 Most Popular Money Girl Topics of 2024

Laura gives a quick and dirty summary of her top five most popular shows of 2024.

This New Rule Makes Tapping Retirement Savings Easier

This New Rule Makes Tapping Retirement Savings Easier

Laura reviews the rules for taking retirement account withdrawals and a new rule for tapping them in an emergency.

5 Money-Saving Tax Changes for 2025

5 Money-Saving Tax Changes for 2025

Laura answers a listener's question about upcoming tax changes that could save money.

Tips for Budgeting with Unpredictable Expenses and Income (Reissue)

Tips for Budgeting with Unpredictable Expenses and Income (Reissue)

Helpful tips and tricks to plan for budget challenges related to unforeseen expenses.

4 Ways to Give a Young Child a Wealthy Future

4 Ways to Give a Young Child a Wealthy Future

Laura answers a listener's questions about how to find a trustworthy financial advisor and give a young child financial freedom.

Creating a Disaster-Proof Financial Life

Creating a Disaster-Proof Financial Life

Laura interviews Tony Steuer about disaster preparedness and maintaining your financial first aid kit.

What Happens to a 401(k) When You Die?

What Happens to a 401(k) When You Die?

Laura answers a listener's question about how 401(k) retirement plan inheritance works.

7 Ways to Cut Healthcare Costs

7 Ways to Cut Healthcare Costs

Laura reviews seven ways to stay healthy while cutting the cost of healthcare for you and your family.

Should I Be Skeptical of Debt Consolidation?

Should I Be Skeptical of Debt Consolidation?

Laura answers a listener's question about the pros and cons of debt consolidation and whether it's a legitimate strategy.

8 Money Rules for Happy Couples

8 Money Rules for Happy Couples

Laura reviews money rules for couples who want to avoid common pitfalls and have a healthy financial life.

What Should I Do With Extra Money Right Now?

What Should I Do With Extra Money Right Now?

Laura answers a listener’s question about ten smart moves to make now if you have a little or a lot of extra money.