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4 Ways to Fund a Roth No Matter Your Income

4 Ways to Fund a Roth No Matter Your Income

Laura reviews Roth benefits and four excellent ways to boost your Roth investments regardless of income.

How Should a Novice Investor Get Started?

How Should a Novice Investor Get Started?

Laura answers a listener's question about how to start investing without a company retirement plan.

Tips for Better Charitable Giving No Matter Your Budget

Tips for Better Charitable Giving No Matter Your Budget

Laura interviews Phil Buchanan and Grace Nicolette from The Center for Effective Philanthropy (CEP) about ways to give more.

How Can I Get an Affordable Self-Employed Benefits Package?

How Can I Get an Affordable Self-Employed Benefits Package?

Laura answers a listener's question about how to get affordable benefits when they become a full-time solopreneur.

Tips to Minimize Credit Damage After a Late Payment

Tips to Minimize Credit Damage After a Late Payment

Laura answers a listener’s question and reviews what happens to your credit after making a late payment, including tips to minimize the potential dam…

How Do Wealthy People Invest Money?

How Do Wealthy People Invest Money?

Laura answers a listener's question about how to invest extra money the way wealthy people do.

Investment Portfolio Rebalancing–What It Is and Why It's Critical

Investment Portfolio Rebalancing–What It Is and Why It's Critical

Laura reviews what investment rebalancing is, why it’s essential for success, and six strategies to rebalance your portfolio, whether you're a novice…

How Can I Pay Off My Mortgage Early?

How Can I Pay Off My Mortgage Early?

Laura answers a listener's question about whether to pay off a mortgage early and how to do it.

The Right Time to Refinance Your Mortgage

The Right Time to Refinance Your Mortgage

Laura Adams discusses the key factors to consider when deciding whether to refinance your mortgage, including the benefits and potential drawbacks. S…

Can I Start a Roth IRA for My Child?

Can I Start a Roth IRA for My Child?

Laura answers a listener's question about starting a Roth IRA for teenage children who work part-time jobs.

6 Money Moves to Make When Interest Rates Drop

6 Money Moves to Make When Interest Rates Drop

Laura reviews smart money moves to improve your finances when the Fed cuts interest rates.

Who Should Buy a Single Premium Immediate Annuity (SPIA)?

Who Should Buy a Single Premium Immediate Annuity (SPIA)?

Laura answers a listener’s question about whether a single premium immediate annuity (SPIA) is right for her mother’s retirement portfolio.

9 Things to Stop Doing If You Want More Financial Security (Re-issue)

9 Things to Stop Doing If You Want More Financial Security (Re-issue)

I find that focusing on what not to do is a helpful way to reframe your financial situation, set better goals, and create beneficial money habits.

What’s the Best Debt Payoff Method?

What’s the Best Debt Payoff Method?

Laura answers a listener’s question about the best way to plan and pay off debt.

6 Ways Using Credit Cards Can Build Excellent Credit

6 Ways Using Credit Cards Can Build Excellent Credit

Laura reviews six ways to use credit cards to build excellent credit scores that will improve many areas of your financial life.

5 Tips for Better Adulting with Your Money

5 Tips for Better Adulting with Your Money

Laura answers a recent graduate’s question about general financial advice. You'll learn to prioritize your resources, create goals that guarantee fin…

Can I Use My Retirement Account to Buy a Home?

Can I Use My Retirement Account to Buy a Home?

Laura reviews the rules for using your workplace retirement plan or individual retirement account (IRA) to buy a home, and if it’s a good idea.

When Should I Do Roth Conversions?

When Should I Do Roth Conversions?

Laura answers a listener's question about Roth IRA conversions and if or when you should do them.

15 Savings Tips to Fight Inflation

15 Savings Tips to Fight Inflation

Even though inflation has come down, use these savings tips to protect your spending power and save more money.

How Should I Invest for Retirement After a 401(k)?

How Should I Invest for Retirement After a 401(k)?

Laura answers a listener's question about the best places to invest when you're no longer eligible for a workplace retirement plan.