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518 - How to Negotiate for More Money (Even When You Hear No)
Want a raise or promotion, but don't know where to start? Learn how to negotiate and get what you want, even if the answer is no! Find out how to mak…
Money Girl
10/25/2017
517 - 5 Places to Invest After You Max Out a Retirement Account
Don't get confused about where to invest your extra cash. Laura answers a listener question and gives tips for the different types of accounts you ca…
Money Girl
10/18/2017
515 - 4 Ways to Invest in Stocks with Little Money or Experience
Laura reviews 4 easy ways to invest in stocks with little money or experience and answers a podcast listener's question. You'll learn a simple strate…
Money Girl
10/04/2017
477 MG How to Stay Disciplined and Do More with Your Money
Have you ever felt frustrated, overwhelmed, or confused about a big financial decision? Most of us waffle about whether we should or shouldn’t spend …
Money Girl
09/27/2017
514 - 8 Warning Signs of Identity Theft (and How to Fight Back)
Data hacks can leave you vulnerable to cybercriminals. Laura covers 8 warning signs to watch out for and how to fight back if you become a victim. Pl…
Money Girl
09/20/2017
513 - Equifax Data Breach: 5 Steps to Protect Your Personal Finances
Cybercriminals hacked Equifax and took the personal information of 143 million Americans, about half of the U.S. adult population. If you have a cred…
Money Girl
09/13/2017
512 MG Natural Disaster Survival: How to Save Yourself and Your Finances
Natural disasters happen no matter where you live. Laura explains how to be properly insured, get a fair claim settlement, apply for federal assistan…
Money Girl
09/06/2017
511 MG Tax Q&A: Tips for Remote Workers, Freelancers, and Expats
Taxes probably aren't your favorite topic, but the more you understand about them, the more money you can save by legally cutting your tax bill. Laur…
Money Girl
08/30/2017
510 MG Is Owning Gold a Smart Investment?
If you've ever wondered if you should invest in precious metals, it's time to get more information. Laura answers a listener question about owning go…
Money Girl
08/23/2017
509 MG Work from a Home Office? Claim a Tax Deduction and Save Money
Claiming the home office deduction is a smart way to make certain expenses fully or partially deductible. But there are strict rules to qualify. Find…
Money Girl
08/16/2017
508 MG Social Security—Secrets to Max Out Your Future Benefits
Laura interviews a Social Security expert about how the program works and what you need to know even if you're nowhere near retirement age. They disc…
Money Girl
08/09/2017
507 MG How to Open an IRA—Understand Eligibility, Rollovers, and Early Retirement
Retirement accounts can be the best way to secure your future--but the rules can be confusing. Laura answers four IRA questions about who's eligible,…
Money Girl
08/02/2017
505 MG Credit Q&A: Build Credit, Dispute Errors, and Prioritize Debt
Laura answers questions about how to build credit, manage credit utilization, correct credit errors, handle past due accounts, and prioritize debt th…
Money Girl
07/19/2017
504 MG Should You Use a 529 Plan to Pay for College?
Money Girl interviews a 529 college savings plan expert on how to fund higher education for yourself, a child, or grandchild without going broke. Lea…
Money Girl
07/12/2017
402 MG Finding the Right Partner for Life and Financial Success
Five important traits to look for when choosing a life partner (plus many to avoid) so you're more likely to have a happy and successful financial li…
Money Girl
07/05/2017
502 MG Retirement Q&A: How to Choose Accounts, Manage Risk, and Cut Fees
Do you have concerns or unanswered questions about investing for retirement that have kept you from getting started? It's time to get more clarity so…
Money Girl
06/21/2017
501 MG How to Create a Profitable Side Business (and Keep Your Day Job)
Want to become an entrepreneur while avoiding all the potential pitfalls? Laura interviews Patrick McGinnis, author of The 10% Entrepreneur about why…
Money Girl
06/14/2017
500 MG 500th Episode Special: The Story Behind Money Girl
Woohoo, it's the 500th episode of Money Girl! Let's celebrate by going behind the scenes. Laura shares the Money Girl story, how she got started as a…
Money Girl
06/06/2017
448 MG 6 Options to Get a Loan with Bad Credit
While having bad credit can be a roadblock when applying for a loan from a traditional lender, it doesn't mean that you can't get a loan. Laura cover…
Money Girl
05/30/2017
499 MG Debt Q&A: Manage Student Loans, Credit Cards, and HELOCs Wisely
Handling debt wisely is one of the most important parts of your financial life. Laura answers 6 questions she recently received about student loans, …
Money Girl
05/24/2017