PennyWise: Personal Finance & Travel Tips
PennyWise is a show about money, personal finance, investing and travel. Hosted by Nat Cardona, the program features the financial experts from NerdWallet.
Episodes
In this episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona is joined by financial expert Christie Matherne to discuss the crucial steps to rebuild your credit. As many have faced financial challenges in recent years, this episode provides a comprehensive guide to getting back on track.
Christie shares practical advice on how to review your credit report, catch up on p...
In this episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona dives into dynamic pricing with a focus on recent announcements from fast food giant Wendy's. As we navigate 2024, the concept of fluctuating prices has many consumers on edge, but is there really a reason to worry?
Join us as we clarify what dynamic pricing actually means. We'll explore how prices adjust in rea...
In this episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona sits down with NerdWallet's senior writer Holden Lewis to discuss the strategic move of selling your home to boost your retirement savings. As many Americans consider downsizing for their golden years, we delve into the critical factors that should guide this life-changing decision.
Holden brings a personal to...
In this episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona is joined by NerdWallet's personal finance writer Elizabeth Ayoola to unpack the concept of generational wealth and guide you on starting your own legacy of financial prosperity. From defining what generational wealth means to you, to taking the first steps towards investing, this episode is a resource for actionable advice.
As we navigate the world of interior design trends, PennyWise invites you to embrace the bold and eclectic with maximalist decor. Host Nat Cardona is joined by NerdWallet's senior writer Sara Rathner to discuss how to infuse your living space with personality, without emptying your wallet.
In this episode, we're ditching the stark minimalism of the past de...
In this episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona teams up with NerdWallet's personal finance writer Kim Palmer to give you the latest on getting the best incentives when buying a new car in 2024. As the auto market recovers from its pandemic-induced slump, buyers are once again finding themselves in the driver's seat with a variety of enticing deals.
Discove...
In this episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona takes off with NerdWallet's travel expert Sally French to explore the surprising trend of dropping airfares in 2024. Despite the inflation affecting almost every corner of the economy, travelers are seeing a welcome decrease in ticket prices, especially for international flights. From a nearly 12% drop for South America-bound flights to ...
In a world where the cost of living is constantly on the rise, millennials are facing a unique financial dilemma: to have or not to have children.
This week on PennyWise, Nat Cardona is joined by NerdWallet's personal finance writer Kim Palmer to unpack the economic factors influencing family planning decisions. With childcare expenses skyrocketing and the...
Credit card late fees can be the bane of any budget, but a new rule from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau might just be the relief many users need.
In this episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona delves into the details with NerdWallet's credit card expert Sara Rathner. They break down the significant drop from $32 to $8 in maximum late fees and what this means for your wallet.
Discover the implications ...
Pet owners know that their cuddly companions can rack up quite the bill, especially when accidents happen. Join us on Pennywise as Nat Cardona chats with Kim Palmer from Nerdwallet about the financial cushion pet insurance can provide. They discuss the potential benefits and pitfalls, including how pre-existing conditions and age affect coverage. This episode is a must-listen for any...
Are you feeling the crunch of the current housing market? Dive into the illuminating insights of the 2024 Homebuyer Report with NerdWallet's senior writer Elizabeth Renter on the latest episode of Pennywise. Discover why 77% of Americans couldn't secure a home last year, the unique challenges facing first-time buyers, and whether renting might just be the smarter choice in today's ec...
Big fans of Costco will tell you that good buys justify the cost of membership. However, Costco knows what it's doing. Host Nat Cardona is joined by Kim Palmer, a personal finance writer with NerdWallet, who points us down the right aisles.
Self-checkouts aren't the only things becoming more and more common for shoppers. Now the option to donate money as shoppers pay at the checkout has become a common occurrence, but should you use the opportunity to share the wealth? On the latest episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona is joined by NerdWallet's Sara Rathner who weighs in on when it's a good idea to skip the charitable donation at the checkout an...
Are you a Disney fan, but weary of the prices and endless lines at the theme parks? Or perhaps you have a large family and taking a trip to Orlando, Florida or Anaheim, California isn't in the budget. In this week's episode, host Nat Cardona is joined by NerdWallet's Sally French who has 5 U.S. destinations for Disney fans that aren't Disneyland or Disney World.
Read more on NerdWallet here!
About this program
...
Unexpected expenses can cause a lot of stress-- emotional and financial. On the latest episode of PennyWise, producer/editor Ambre Moton is joined by NerdWallet's Kimberly Palmer who has six key tips for recovering from financial surprises and how to prepare for the next one.
Read more on NerdWallet here!
About this program
Nat Cardona is host of PennyWise as well as Lee Enterprise's true-crime podcast Late Edi...
Gen Z and Millennials stand to inherit a significant amount of money and propert in the future as family members age. On the latest episode of PennyWise, producer/editor Ambre Moton is joined by NerdWallet's Kimberly Palmer shares tips on how to ensure you're well-prepared for any future inheritance.
Read more on NerdWallet here!
About this program
Nat Cardona is host of PennyWise as well as Lee Enterprise's tr...
While it's best to refrain from going into debt, sometimes incurring debt can be unavoidable. Attempts to pay off the debt can be difficult. On the latest episode of PennyWise, producer/editor Ambre Moton is joined by WalletHub's Jill Gonzalez shares tips on the best ways to pay off debt.
Read more on WalletHub here!
About this program
Nat Cardona is host of PennyWise as well as Lee Enterprise's true-crime podc...
Inflation is up, interest rates are high and Americans' budgets are getting tighter. The balance transfer offers on credit cards can look like an attractive option for those carrying balances on their cards. On the latest episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona is joined by Melissa Lambarena, credit card expert at NerdWallet, shares tips on how to avoid common pitfalls with credit card balance transfers.
As of 2023 Americans owe more than $1 trillion in credit card debt, but being proactive and completing four key steps can help consumers avoid credit card debt. Joining PennyWise this week is personal finance writer at WalletHub, Chip Lupo, to describe in detail how to accomplish the four steps.
Read more on WalletHub here!
About this program
Nat Cardona is host of PennyWise as well as Lee Enterprise's true-cri...
Text messages warning of financial concerns will prompt users to click on a link or call a number to resolve an urgent matter. But that message is very likely an attempt to extract sensitive information. On the latest episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona is joined by Elizabeth Ayoola of NerdWallet to share tips on how to avoid a common text messaging scam.
Read more on NerdWallet here!
About this program
Popular Podcasts
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations.
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Every week comedian and infamous roaster Nikki Glaser provides a fun, fast-paced, and brutally honest look into current pop-culture and her own personal life.
Shootings are not unusual in Belize. Shootings of cops are. When a wealthy woman – part of one of the most powerful families in Belize – is found on a pier late at night, next to a body, it becomes the country’s biggest news story in a generation. New episodes every Monday!
A straightforward look at the day's top news in 20 minutes. Powered by ABC News. Hosted by Brad Mielke.