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561 - 6 Tips and Investing Strategies to Retire Early (and Without Penalty)
Ready to quit work or begin a financially independent lifestyle? Laura covers six tips and strategies to help you amass enough money to retire early …
Money Girl
09/19/2018
559 - 5 Ways Mindfulness Makes You a Better Money Manager
Find out how the secular practice of mindfulness helps you live more fully in the present moment and is a powerful way to take control of your financ…
Money Girl
09/05/2018
558 - Your Guide to Getting a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)
If you're a homeowner you might wonder if it's a good idea to dip into your equity using a HELOC. What's a HELOC? How do you get one? And should you …
Money Girl
08/29/2018
557 - How to Know If Your Health Plan Qualifies for an HSA
Not sure if your health insurance qualifies you for a health savings account or HSA? Laura answers a listener question and covers the facts about wha…
Money Girl
08/22/2018
556 - 6 Rules Every Investor Should Know About Retirement RMDs
While it might be a while before you begin taking distributions from a retirement account, there are important rules you should factor into your plan…
Money Girl
08/15/2018
555 - How to Retire With Enough Money and Income
Saving for retirement is the granddaddy of all financial goals--but how much do you really need? Find out where retirement income comes from and easy…
Money Girl
08/08/2018
554 - 3 Excuses Keeping You from Saving (and How to Kill Them)
If you're behind on saving, don't let common excuses keep you poor. Laura covers 3 reasons why you may not be saving for retirement and how to overco…
Money Girl
08/01/2018
503 MG What Insurance College Kids Need and Tips to Save
Make sure you don't skimp on insurance needs for your college student. Laura answers a listener question about how to handle vehicles for students an…
Money Girl
07/25/2018
553 - Just Married? 3 Ways to Manage Money as a New Couple
Creating a streamlined financial life as a couple can be challenging. Laura answers a question from a struggling newlywed and reviews three approache…
Money Girl
07/18/2018
552 - Buy or Rent a Home: Which Option Makes You Richer?
Buying a home can be a great financial move, but there’s no guarantee that you’ll always come out ahead. Renting can also be a smart way to build wea…
Money Girl
07/11/2018
551 - 7 Financial Accounts You Need for a Richer Life
A key to growing rich is having the right financial accounts in place. Get the scoop on seven accounts that most individuals and families should have…
Money Girl
07/04/2018
550 - 8 Tactics to Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck
While escaping the cycle of living paycheck-to-paycheck isn’t easy, it’s possible to get ahead by changing your mindset, examining your lifestyle, an…
Money Girl
06/27/2018
549 - A 5-Point Checklist for How to Invest Money Wisely
Tempted to roll the dice with a windfall to make a quick profit? Use this five-point checklist to know if your financial foundation is strong enough …
Money Girl
06/20/2018
548 - Should You Spend or Invest Your HSA Funds?
Understand the many benefits of using a health savings account (HSA) and whether it’s better to spend your balance on medical costs or keep it invest…
Money Girl
06/13/2018
547 - Starting a Business? Tips to Make Money on the Side
If you've ever wanted to start a business or make extra money on the side, there are some key considerations and tasks that increase your chances of …
Money Girl
06/05/2018
545 - 9 Credit Rights You Should Know—A Quick Guide to Consumer Protections
Understanding your consumer credit rights can help you build credit, qualify for the best financial offers, and save money for decades to come. Laura…
Money Girl
05/23/2018
543 - 5 Ways to Know When You Should Start Investing
Hesitant about becoming an investor? Learn five ways to know for sure when you’re ready to invest. Read on for a clear plan to prepare your finances …
Money Girl
05/09/2018
541 - Choose the Right Retirement Accounts in 3 Simple Steps
If you’re confused by all the tax-advantaged retirement account options you can choose from, it’s time to get clarity and use them to build more weal…
Money Girl
04/25/2018
540 - Tricks to Travel More With Less Money and Time
If you love the idea of traveling, but don't think you have enough money or time to get away, it’s time to reframe your mindset about chasing adventu…
Money Girl
04/18/2018
539 - 9 Negative Items That Stay on Your Credit Reports
Positive information about your finances stays on your credit history for a long time--but the bad news is that negative information stays there too!…
Money Girl
04/11/2018