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492 MG Can You Contribute to a 401k and an IRA in the Same Year?
Taking advantage of a retirement plan at work and an IRA is a smart way to cut taxes and save more money for the future. But having multiple accounts…
Money Girl
04/05/2017
491 MG 8 Ways to Legally Pay Less Tax and Save Money
There are many ways to legally shelter your income from tax so you save money. Laura explains 8 ways to reduce your taxable income so you pay less ta…
Money Girl
03/29/2017
490 MG How to Fill Out a W-4—Plus, 7 Reasons to Adjust Your Tax Withholding
Confused about how to fill out a W-4 at work? Laura explains what it is and how to complete it correctly. Plus, you'll learn 7 reasons when you shoul…
Money Girl
03/22/2017
488 MG What Is a 1099 Form? 8 Things to Know About Taxable Income (in Plain English)
Taxes my not be your favorite financial topic but it's important to understand the basics. Laura explains what you need to know about 1099 tax forms.…
Money Girl
03/08/2017
487 MG Zombie Debt—Facts You Should Know About Old Accounts in Collections
No matter if you want to clean up your credit report or have an old zombie account coming back from the dead to haunt you, it’s important to understa…
Money Girl
03/01/2017
485 MG Healthcare Q&A: Reform, Rules, and the Role of HSAs
Health savings accounts (HSAs) are one of Laura's favorite ways to save money. She explains how they work, answers questions from podcast listeners a…
Money Girl
02/15/2017
484 MG Got a Pay Raise? 6 Strategies to Manage Extra Money Wisely
Congratulations on your pay raise or bonus! Now it's time to get serious about how to use it to improve your finances. Laura covers 6 wise strategies…
Money Girl
02/08/2017
483 MG The Simple Truth Behind Growing Rich
Laura interviews Jay Papasan, bestselling co-author of The ONE Thing about how to set priorities and finally stick to them so you get extraordinary r…
Money Girl
02/01/2017
482 MG Late Payments and Your Credit: Tips to Minimize the Damage
Laura explains what happens when you make a late payment, how your credit is affected, and gives tips to minimize the potential damage. Plus, she ans…
Money Girl
01/25/2017
481 MG Investing Q&A: Smart Tips to Make More Money
Knowing where and how to invest money can be confusing and a little scary. Laura answers 3 questions from Money Girl Podcast listeners that will give…
Money Girl
01/18/2017
480 MG 5 Steps to Get Out of Holiday Debt Faster
If you started the New Year with some extra credit card debt, you might be feeling anxious if you can't pay it off in full. Instead of getting stress…
Money Girl
01/11/2017
479 MG Money-Saving Hacks to Beat the System
Laura interviews David Pogue, author of the new book, Pogue’s Basics: Money – Essential Tips and Shortcuts (That No One Bothers to Tell You) About Be…
Money Girl
01/04/2017
478 MG The 8 Cheapest Ways to Pay Off Your Student Loans
Laura gives 7 tips to pay off your student loans the cheapest ways possible. She also interviews a couple who graduated with $600,000 of student loan…
Money Girl
12/21/2016
475 MG What Is a Trust and Who Needs One? Expert Attorney Gives Advice
Not sure what a trust is or who really needs one? (By the way, they're not just for wealthy people!) Laura interviews Jules Haas, an attorney with mo…
Money Girl
11/30/2016
450 MG How to Prepare Your Credit for a Mortgage Approval
If you’re eager to move into your dream home, preparing your credit for a mortgage approvall should definitely be on your agenda. Laura gives 6 tips …
Money Girl
11/22/2016
474 MG 6 Ways a Trump Presidency Could Affect Your Personal Finances
No matter if you’re celebrating or protesting Donald Trump's victory for the White House, in this post I’ll cover 6 key areas where the President-ele…
Money Girl
11/16/2016
473 MG 10 Facts You Should Know About Homeowners Insurance
Homeowners insurance takes a bite out of your budget when you own a home. Laura covers 10 facts you should know about home insurance so you get the m…
Money Girl
11/09/2016
472 MG Can You Have Multiple Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)?
Managing one or more Health Savings Accounts can seem complicated. Laura answers a listener question about what do to when you end up with more than …
Money Girl
11/02/2016
471 MG The Truth About Finding and Working With a Financial Advisor
Laura interviews Tom Meyer to discuss really needs a financial advisor. Find out when it's the right time to hire a financial professional, how much …
Money Girl
10/26/2016
469 MG Identity Theft and Social Media: 7 Tips to Protect Your Finances
In honor of National Cyber Security Awareness Month in October, Laura gives you 7 tips to stay connected with family and friends on social media as s…
Money Girl
10/12/2016