Money Girl

Money Girl

By: QuickAndDirtyTips.com

Language: en

Categories: Business, Investing, Entrepreneurship, Education, How To

Laura Adams provides short and friendly personal finance, small business, real estate, and investing tips to help you live a richer life. Whether you're just starting out or are already a savvy investor, Money Girl's advice will point you in the right direction.

Episodes

How Can I Make a Cash Windfall Grow?
Jan 09, 2026

987. Laura answers a listener's question about how to successfully manage a lump-sum cash windfall.

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Duration: 00:16:31
Your Roadmap for More Wealth in 2026
Jan 07, 2026

986. This week, Laura reviews steps for achieving realistic New Year’s goals that can boost your confidence and financial security.

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Duration: 00:11:37
How Do Trump Accounts Work for Kids?
Jan 02, 2026

985. Laura answers a listener's question about what parents need to know about setting up Trump Accounts for kids.

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Duration: 00:13:42
Counterintuitive Money Advice–Nine Surprising Tips That Build Wealth (Reissue)
Dec 31, 2025

Today's show will highlight nine tips for building wealth that may surprise you. I'll review why they seem to go against the grain but can lead to more financial success.

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Duration: 00:19:12
Your Guide to Creating a Financial Plan in the New Year (Reissue)
Dec 26, 2025

755. Laura answers a listener’s question about how to create a financial plan. It’s an excellent guide when you’re unsure what to do with your money or want to focus on the best financial resolutions for the upcoming year. 

 


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Duration: 00:17:09
4 Ways to Give a Young Child a Wealthy Future (Reissue)
Dec 24, 2025

885. Laura answers a listener's questions about how to find a trustworthy financial advisor and give a young child financial freedom.

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https://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDT Duration: 00:26:58

Should I Max Out a 401(k) before Opening a Roth IRA?
Dec 19, 2025

984. Laura answers a listener's question about the pros and cons of contributing to a Roth IRA in addition to a workplace retirement plan.

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Duration: 00:17:47
Using a 72(t) for Penalty-Free Early IRA Withdrawals
Dec 17, 2025

983. This week, Laura reviews the pros and cons of setting up a 72(t) plan to tap your retirement savings.

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Duration: 00:11:58
How Should I Prioritize Retirement Accounts at Multiple Jobs?
Dec 12, 2025

982. Laura answers a listener's question about how to prioritize retirement contributions when you have multiple jobs and accounts.

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Duration: 00:12:46
Navigating a Complex Health Insurance Landscape
Dec 10, 2025

981. This week, Laura reviews the history of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and options for purchasing comprehensive health insurance.

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Duration: 00:15:31
Is My Net Worth High Enough for My Age?
Dec 05, 2025

980. Laura answers a listener's question about building enough net worth to retire on time. 

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Duration: 00:16:29
Your Guide for Keeping (and Ditching) Financial Records
Dec 03, 2025

979. This week, Laura reviews how to tidy up your financial records and save space without violating IRS retention rules. She shares seven essential tips on which paper and digital documents to safely keep (like vital records and tax forms) or ditch, and for how long.

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Duration: 00:15:45
Roth IRA Rules for Minors–How to Make Kids Millionaires (Reissue)
Nov 28, 2025

775. Laura answers a listener’s question about the Roth IRA rules for his minor kids and how to pay them and correctly report the income for working in his business.

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Duration: 00:15:28
7 Retirement Rules Changing in 2026
Nov 26, 2025

978. Laura reviews new IRA rules starting in 2026 that you should know and factor into your retirement planning.

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Duration: 00:13:59
BNPL vs. Credit Card–Which Option is Better?
Nov 21, 2025

977. Laura answers a listener's question about whether to use a BNPL option or a credit card when shopping online.

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Duration: 00:09:11
How to Build the Ultimate Financial Safety Net
Nov 19, 2025

976. Laura reviews financial safety nets that help you and your family survive and even thrive despite an unexpected hardship.

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Duration: 00:12:07
Holiday Gifts That Build Wealth for Kids
Nov 14, 2025

975. Laura answers a listener's question about gifts to give kids when you want to help build their financial futures.

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Duration: 00:11:03
6 Ways to Use Extra Money Wisely
Nov 12, 2025

974. Laura reviews what to do when you have a small or large amount of extra money in your budget.

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Duration: 00:13:37
Should I Convert a Term Policy to Whole Life?
Nov 07, 2025

973. Laura answers a listener's question about when it makes sense to convert term life insurance to a whole life policy.

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https://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDT Duration: 00:13:57

Maximize Social Security with a Retirement Bridge Strategy
Nov 05, 2025

972. Laura reviews why delaying your retirement benefit could make your nest egg last longer.

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Duration: 00:12:38
How to File Taxes Without Overpaying?
Oct 31, 2025

971. Laura answers a listener's question about filing her first tax return correctly and without overpaying taxes.

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Duration: 00:16:54
7 Mortgage Hacks to Pay Off Your Home Early
Oct 29, 2025

970. Laura reviews when and how to pay down your mortgage ahead of schedule and save money. 

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Duration: 00:10:23
Should I Use My IRA to Pay Off Credit Cards?
Oct 24, 2025

969. Laura answers a listener's question about using an IRA to pay off credit card debt.

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Duration: 00:15:36
7 Tips for Excellent Credit Scores and More Savings
Oct 22, 2025

968. Laura reviews how to build excellent credit scores whether you’re starting from scratch, recovering from a credit hardship, or just want a credit boost to save money.

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Duration: 00:16:06
I’m Financially Secure–Why Do I Feel Lost?
Oct 17, 2025

967. Laura answers a listener's question about how to feel more certain about setting goals and a budget when your income rises.

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Duration: 00:14:08
HSA Benefits–Save on Taxes, Healthcare, and Retirement
Oct 15, 2025

966. Laura reviews the benefits of a health savings account (HSA), who qualifies for one, and ways they can save you the most.

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Duration: 00:13:54
How Do Buffered ETFs Limit Investment Losses?
Oct 10, 2025

965. Laura answers a listener's question about how to limit investment losses using buffered ETFs.

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Duration: 00:12:50
Debt After Death–Does It Die With You?
Oct 08, 2025

964. Laura reviews what happens to your debt when you die and tips for better estate planning.

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Duration: 00:13:15
What Happens When Term Life Insurance Expires?
Oct 03, 2025

963. Laura answers a listener's question about what happens when a term life insurance policy expires.

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Duration: 00:12:35
Avoid Holiday Debt With 9 Smart Strategies
Oct 01, 2025

962. Laura reviews strategies to reduce or avoid debt during the last quarter of the year and still have a bright holiday season.

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Duration: 00:12:13
How Do I Create an Affordable Estate Plan?
Sep 26, 2025

961. Laura answers a listener's question about creating a complete and affordable estate plan to protect their heirs.

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Duration: 00:18:52
6 Habits to Build a Huge Net Worth on a Modest Income
Sep 24, 2025

960. Laura explains which money habits create more financial freedom, stability, and wealth, even when you’re not a high earner.

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Duration: 00:13:17
How to Pay Off Credit Cards When Money is Tight
Sep 19, 2025

959. Laura answers a listener's question about the best way to pay off credit cards when you have little or no extra income.

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Duration: 00:17:28
7 Dos and Don’ts for Managing Medical Debt
Sep 17, 2025

958. Laura explains what to do and not do if you can’t pay medical debt, and strategies for managing it wisely

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Duration: 00:12:43
Should I Use My 401(k) to Pay Off Debt?
Sep 12, 2025

957. Laura answers a question about using funds in a retirement plan to pay off credit cards and medical debt.

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Duration: 00:16:29
Conquer Debt–How Nonprofit Credit Counseling Works
Sep 10, 2025

956. Laura interviews Thomas Nitzsche with Money Management International (MMI), a nonprofit dedicated to debt solutions.

Thomas Nitzsche - Money Management International (MMI),

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Duration: 00:36:27
What Do Most People Get Wrong About HSAs?
Sep 05, 2025

Laura answers a question about costly HSA mistakes you should know and avoid.

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Duration: 00:13:41
5 Ways to Help Your Kids Become Rich (Reissue)
Sep 03, 2025

Find out five ways to save and invest for your child's future and how it should fit into your big financial picture.

This episode originally aired in June of 2022.

Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. Click to find a full transcript.

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Duration: 00:16:01
How Do You Buy and Sell a Home at the Same Time?
Aug 29, 2025

Laura answers a question about juggling the sale of a home and the purchase of a new one simultaneously.

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Duration: 00:13:53
How Much You Should Save for Retirement by Age (Even in a Recession) (Reissue)
Aug 27, 2025

In this episode of Money Girl, Laura covers various factors to consider for retirement planning, including a potential recession. 

This episode originally aired in July of 2022.

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Duration: 00:24:30
How Can I Become a Confident Investor?
Aug 22, 2025

Laura answers an investing question with seven tips for becoming more confident, regardless of your level of experience.

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Duration: 00:17:00
25 Clever Ways to Save Money During Inflation (Reissue)
Aug 20, 2025

Instead of letting inflation hurt your finances, fight back by protecting your spending power and saving more money.

This episode originally aired in August of 2022.

Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. Click to find a full transcript.

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Duration: 00:15:47
How Can I Find the Right Financial Advisor?
Aug 15, 2025

Laura answers a common question about how to find and hire the right financial professional.

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Duration: 00:18:33
How a 529 Plan Saves Money for Students of All Ages
Aug 13, 2025

 Laura explains how 529 savings plans cut taxes and new rules that benefit families and students of all ages.

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How Do I Set Up My Own Business?
Aug 08, 2025

Laura answers a question about creating a business entity when going from employee to self-employed. 

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How Does Flood Insurance Work to Protect Your Property?
Aug 06, 2025

Did you know floods are the most common and costly natural disaster in the U.S.? Many homeowners and renters insurance policies don't cover flood damage, yet only about 4% of Americans have flood insurance. Join Laura as she explains what flood insurance is, who needs it, and how to protect your property from devastating flood-related losses.

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What Tax Do I Owe on My Home Sale? (Reissue)
Aug 01, 2025

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 exclusion. 

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Tips to Maximize an HSA from Tax Savings to Retirement
Jul 30, 2025

Laura explains how an HSA helps you reduce taxes, build wealth, and cut the cost of just about any healthcare expense, even if your insurer doesn't cover it. 

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What’s a Checklist for Moving Out of State?
Jul 25, 2025

Laura answers a question about tips for moving out of state for a new job and offers a checklist.

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How I Found $3,000 in Unclaimed Property
Jul 23, 2025

Laura explains what unclaimed property is, how to start a free treasure hunt for amounts owed, and tips to avoid potential scams.

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What's the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) Tax Overhaul?
Jul 18, 2025

Laura answers a question about how taxes for a typical American will change due to the One Big Beautiful Bill.

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How to Hire the Best Real Estate Agent
Jul 16, 2025

Laura explains the differences between real estate professionals and provides tips for hiring one, whether you need to rent, buy, or sell a home.

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How Do I Get Preapproved for a Mortgage?
Jul 11, 2025

Laura answers a listener's question about how much to spend on a home and the benefits of getting a mortgage preapproval.

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8 Ways to Spend Money for a Happier Life
Jul 09, 2025

Laura provides tips for using money as a tool for getting more joy from life.

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Should My First Home Be an Investment Property?
Jul 04, 2025

Laura answers a listener's question about the pros and cons of buying a rental property before a first home.

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9 Tips to Cut Your Power Bill When the Heat Soars
Jul 02, 2025

Laura provides nine practical tips to help you save money and reduce your power bill as temperatures rise this summer.

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Should I Use a Self-Directed IRA?
Jun 27, 2025

Laura answers a listener's question about self-directed IRAs and how to invest with them wisely.

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How to Invest in Stocks With Less Risk
Jun 25, 2025

Laura reviews the pros and cons of investing in stocks and five ways to own them with less risk.

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How to Save and Invest Approaching Retirement?
Jun 20, 2025

Laura answers a listener's question about saving and investing as you approach retirement or have a newly retired partner or spouse.

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How to Retire With Over $100,000 of Annual Income
Jun 18, 2025

Laura reviews planning variables and what it takes to retire with over $100,000 of yearly income.

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Do I Need Personal Articles Policy (PAP) Insurance?
Jun 13, 2025

Laura answers a listener's question about protecting valuable personal property not fully covered by homeowners or condo insurance.

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Money and Leadership Lessons with Peter Cuneo
Jun 11, 2025

Laura interviews Peter Cuneo about leadership tips and how to use them to improve your personal finances.

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What Are the Best Places to Save Money for Kids?
Jun 06, 2025

Laura answers a listener's question about where to start saving money for her kids' college and future needs.

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Richer Relationships–Finding the Right Partner for Success
Jun 04, 2025

Laura reviews tips for couples and partners who want more life and financial success.

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Should I Use Extra Cash for Savings, Investments, or Debt?
May 30, 2025

Laura answers a listener's question about prioritizing money for various goals like buying a home, eliminating debt, and retiring.

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Understanding Digital Assets–7 Types of Cryptocurrencies
May 28, 2025

Laura reviews seven main types of cryptocurrencies and their purposes.

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Should I Get a Mortgage or Save to Pay Cash for a Home?
May 23, 2025

Laura answers a listener's question about getting a mortgage to buy a home or saving cash to buy one outright later.

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Selling Your Home? How to Avoid Capital Gains Tax
May 21, 2025

Laura reviews a legitimate way to sell your home tax-free or pay significantly less capital gains taxes.

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Should I Get a Home Equity Investment Loan?
May 16, 2025

Laura answers a listener's question about getting a home equity investment loan to retire early.

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Social Security's Future--Fact vs Fiction with Bill Rainaldi
May 14, 2025

Laura interviews Bill Rainaldi, a financial services and Social Security expert, about the program and what the future may hold for retirees.

Laura answers a listener's question about using a 401(k) and whether now is a good time to invest.

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Retirement Accounts Explained–5 Types You Should Know
May 09, 2025

Laura answers a listener's question about using a 401(k) and whether now is a good time to invest.

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How Strategic Debt Elimination Builds Wealth Faster
May 07, 2025

Laura reviews how to identify good and bad debts and tips for paying off the right ones faster.

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7 Things to Do After Getting Fired or Leaving a Job
May 02, 2025

Laura answers a listener's question about getting financially organized after getting fired or leaving a job.

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Maximizing Value on Your Next Vehicle Purchase with Jessica Tavares
Apr 30, 2025

Laura interviews Jessica Tavares from Enterprise Car Sales about ways to purchase a car for less and have a better buying experience.

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Is Buying an Affordable Home Still Possible?
Apr 25, 2025

Laura answers a listener's question about tips and strategies for buying an affordable home in a tight housing market.

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The Ultimate Guide to Borrowing from Your 401(k)
Apr 23, 2025

Laura reviews the rules, pros, and cons of borrowing from a workplace retirement plan, such as a 401(k) or 403(b).

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Does a Roth Allow Me to Retire Richer?
Apr 18, 2025

Laura answers a listener's question about the benefits of investing using a Roth retirement account.

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Credit Unions: Your Financial Best Friend with Tansley Stearns
Apr 16, 2025

Laura interviews Tansley Stearns, a founding organizer of Backbone, a national coalition of credit unions working to ensure everyone has access to people-first financial options.

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6 Biggest Mistakes Investors Make in Volatile Markets
Apr 11, 2025

Laura answers a listener's question about managing investments when the financial markets are volatile and the economy seems uncertain.

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Solo 401(k) or SEP-IRA–Which is Right for You?
Apr 09, 2025

Laura reviews the differences between two popular retirement accounts for business owners, a solo 401(k) and SEP-IRA.

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Should I Pay Down My Mortgage Early to Eliminate PMI?
Apr 04, 2025

Laura answers a listener's question about whether to focus on eliminating mortgage PMI or paying down other debts first.

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Home and Renters Insurance–5 Things You Should Know
Apr 02, 2025

Laura reviews what you should know about homeowners and renters insurance to maximize benefits and cut costs.

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Should I Prepay My Mortgage or Refinance?
Mar 28, 2025

Laura answers a listener's question about how to know if it's better to refinance a high-interest mortgage or to prepay it over time.

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9 Tips to Maximize Your Charitable Giving: Donations & Tax Benefits Explained
Mar 26, 2025

Did you know that Americans donate over $374 billion annually to charities? Giving back feels great, but did you know you can also maximize your tax savings in the process? In this episode, Laura shares nine expert tips to help you give smarter, whether it’s understanding IRS rules, choosing the right organizations, or leveraging tax-efficient strategies like donor-advised funds.

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Is Switching to an Online Bank Worth It?
Mar 21, 2025

Laura answers a listener's question about finding the right digital savings account and gives tips for easily switching banks.

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What Happens to Your Money After You Die?
Mar 19, 2025

Laura reviews what happens to your assets and debts after your death, depending on your estate, marital status, and home state.

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Which Credit Card Builds Credit the Fastest?
Mar 14, 2025

Laura answers a listener's question about what type of credit card to use to rebuild credit the fastest way possible.

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How to Raise Money-Savvy Kids: Expert Advice from John Lanza
Mar 12, 2025

Laura interviews John Lanza, an author and creator who’s on a mission to empower kids and families to have more financial wellness and lead  fulfilling lives.

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Duration: 00:35:23
Should I Cancel Unused Credit Cards?
Mar 07, 2025

Laura answers a listener's question about whether canceling unused credit cards could help or hurt her upcoming home purchase.

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Duration: 00:13:27
7 Micro-Habits That Boost Financial Success
Mar 05, 2025

Laura recommends seven small habits that can create massive financial success no matter your age or stage of life.

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Duration: 00:15:34
How Can I Overcome My Investing Fears?
Feb 28, 2025

Laura answers a listener's question about overcoming the fear of investing when the future seems uncertain.

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Duration: 00:15:39
15 Ways to Stop Impulse Spending and Save More
Feb 26, 2025

Laura reviews strategies to resist impulsive spending so you can save more money and achieve your financial goals faster.

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Duration: 00:13:07
Maximize Tax Deductions: How a Side Gig or Small Business Can Lower Your Taxes
Feb 21, 2025

Laura answers a listener's question about maximizing tax deductions for multiple sources of income and side gigs.

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Duration: 00:22:53
9 Essential Financial Accounts Everyone Should Have
Feb 19, 2025

Laura reviews essential accounts for managing and growing money, regardless of age or stage of life.

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Duration: 00:18:32
Understanding Mortgage Points and How They Can Save You Money
Feb 14, 2025

Laura answers a listener's question about whether buying mortgage points saves money over the long run.

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Duration: 00:12:20
Home Office Tax Deduction: 5 Essential Rules to Maximize Your Savings in 2025
Feb 12, 2025

Laura reviews who qualifies for the home office tax deduction and five rules for claiming it when you work from home.

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How to Budget with Irregular Income: 6 Steps for Freelancers & Self-Employed Workers
Feb 07, 2025

Laura answers a listener's question about how to manage money and create a budget when you have an irregular income.

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Duration: 00:14:30
5 Essential Tax Record-Keeping Tips to Avoid IRS Headaches
Feb 05, 2025

Laura reviews tips to manage essential records so you pare down, follow IRS rules, and have what you need for future transactions. 

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Duration: 00:11:49
Maxing Out a 401(k) and IRA: Rules, Limits, and Tax Benefits Explained
Jan 31, 2025

Laura answers a listener's question about whether you can use multiple retirement accounts in the same year.

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Duration: 00:13:09
Who's Eligible for a Spousal IRA?
Jan 29, 2025

Laura reviews the rules for using a spousal IRA, including who’s eligible to have one and the money-saving tax benefits you receive.

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Duration: 00:11:17