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8 Robo Platform Benefits Investors Should Know
Laura reviews what a robo investing platform is, her recommendations, and eight benefits of using one.
Money Girl
06/05/2024
Am I Investing Too Much for Retirement?
Laura answers listeners’ retirement questions about whether you’re investing too much and the tax-advantaged account rules after age 59.5.
Money Girl
05/31/2024
Time Value of Money (TVM) and Calculating Investment Returns
The time value of money, or TVM, is a fundamental concept that affects your financial planning and investment success. In this episode, we review the…
Money Girl
05/29/2024
When Should You Buy an Annuity for Retirement?
Laura answers a question about annuities and whether you should buy one for retirement income.
Money Girl
05/24/2024
5 Steps to Achieve FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early)
Laura reviews variations of the FIRE (financial independence, retire early) movement. You'll learn several strategies to become financially free and …
Money Girl
05/22/2024
Should I Be Worried About Social Security?
In another special Friday BONUS episode, Laura answers a listener’s question about Social Security retirement benefits and the future of the program.
Money Girl
05/17/2024
5 Options to Manage Your 401(k) After Leaving a Job
Laura reviews five options for managing your retirement account with an ex-employer.
Money Girl
05/15/2024
What Tax Do I Owe on My Home Sale?
Laura answers a question about selling your home and explains a legit way to skip taxes or pay significantly less, called the capital gains tax exclu…
Money Girl
05/10/2024
Debunking 10 Costly Investing Misconceptions
Laura reviews ten costly misconceptions about investing that you should never believe.
Money Girl
05/08/2024
6 Rules for Contributing to an IRA and a 401(k)
Laura reviews six rules you should know to take advantage of multiple retirement accounts and avoid pitfalls.
Money Girl
05/01/2024
Understanding Bitcoin–It’s History, Halving, and Controversy
Laura explains Bitcoin's history, an upcoming event known as a halving, and why the cryptocurrency is controversial.
Money Girl
04/24/2024
Investing by Lump Sum versus Dollar Cost Averaging (DCA)
Laura answers a listener’s question about investing a lump sum or using a dollar-cost averaging (DCA) strategy. Find out what DCA is and its pros an…
Money Girl
04/17/2024
4 Strategies to Earn More Interest on Savings
4 Strategies to Earn More Interest on Savings
Money Girl
04/10/2024
10 Rules for Successful Investing You Should Know
Laura reviews ten critical investing rules to build wealth and achieve your financial goals.
Money Girl
04/03/2024
How Asset Location Cuts Taxes and Saves Money
Learn about asset location, how it can help you minimize taxes, and how to find the optimal strategy for you.
Money Girl
03/27/2024
Tips for Using a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) to Save Money
Find out how HRAs work, are different from other medical savings options, and how to use one to dramatically cut the cost of healthcare and save more…
Money Girl
03/20/2024
Traditional or Roth IRA–Which is Better?
Understand the differences between a traditional and Roth IRA, the updated rules, who qualifies to use them, and which is better for your financial s…
Money Girl
03/13/2024
7 Strategies to Pay Off Credit Card Debt
Laura answers a listener's question about the best way to pay off credit cards. You'll learn the seven best strategies to reduce card balances and qu…
Money Girl
03/06/2024
10 Ways to Cut Car Insurance Premiums
Clever ways to reduce the cost of auto insurance without jeopardizing your financial security.
Money Girl
02/28/2024
How to Stay Safe from Zombie Debt
Discover what zombie debt is, tips to stay safe from terrifying zombie collectors, the statute of limitations on debt, and four ways to handle an ol…
Money Girl
02/21/2024