Money Girl's Quick and Dirty Tips for a Richer Life
Money Girl provides short and friendly business, personal finance, 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. From the creators of Grammar Girl at QuickandDirtyTips.com.
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June 8, 2021 • 33 min
Money Girl interviews Paula Pant, founder of the personal finance website, AffordAnything.com. They discuss tips for reinventing your financial life and reaching true financial independence. Get inspired to create your best career, become a better money manager, earn more, and afford anything.
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June 1, 2021 • 20 min
Did you know that you can strategically save money and make healthy life choices? Money Girl explains how to take advantage of pandemic relief that puts money in your pocket, use medical savings accounts, claim tax deductions, and find less expensive healthcare insurance for you and your family.
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May 25, 2021 • 30 min
Money Girl interviews Lorna Kapusta, head of Women Investors & Customer Engagement at Fidelity Investments. They talk about how to crush money stress, create a simple money plan, and exactly what to do with your money based on how you want to spend it.
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May 18, 2021 • 16 min
To create more success, sometimes you simply have to give up what's holding you back. Money Girl covers eight ways to achieve your financial goals more easily. TRANSCRIPT: https://quickanddirtytips.com/money-finance/8-things-financial-success | Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts | JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDT | Twitter: https://twitter.com/L...
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May 11, 2021 • 14 min
Thinking of skipping travel insurance on your next trip? Think again! Money Girl, Laura Adams, explains the benefits of travel insurance, gives 5 tips to buy the best policy, and even where to shop for the best plan.
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May 4, 2021 • 21 min
Got questions about the ins and outs of using Roth retirement accounts? Laura will clear your confusion with answers to listener questions and cover what you need to know to use retirement accounts wisely.
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April 27, 2021 • 26 min
Laura interviews Leslie Kasperowicz, an insurance expert from AutoInsurance.org, about insider tips that individuals and families can use today to save money on auto insurance. Discover many often-overlooked discounts and strategies to reduce your auto premium without sacrificing the quality of your coverage.
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April 20, 2021 • 23 min
Find out how to use six accounts to save for your child's future. Laura reviews the pros and cons of each and gives tips to fit saving for a child into your big financial picture.
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April 13, 2021 • 21 min
Thinking about becoming your own boss? Laura covers financial issues you should consider before starting a part- or full-time venture as a solopreneur or small business owner. Her tips will help you build a business and your financial future.
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April 6, 2021 • 13 min
No matter if you’re unemployed, taking a sabbatical, caring for a child or loved one at home, or not working for any other reason, don't miss out on the opportunity to max out a retirement account and build a nest egg.
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March 30, 2021 • 24 min
Want simple tips to save money by reducing the amount of tax you owe or increasing your tax refund? Laura interviews Cece Leung, CPA, about ways to take full advantage of recent tax code changes.
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March 23, 2021 • 21 min
Discouraged by your financial life? This four-part system will help you simplify your personal finances and do more with your money.
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March 16, 2021 • 17 min
The American Rescue Plan Act is a massive economic stimulus package that gives a big chunk—$850 billion—to individuals. Laura covers who qualifies for relief and five ways it increases your income and cuts expenses.
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March 9, 2021 • 10 min
You may be hearing a lot about cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum lately. And it all sounds complicated! Laura answer's a listener's question and breaks down what crypto is, how it works, and whether investing is the right move.
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March 2, 2021 • 28 min
Are you ready for homeownership? Find out if buying a home is right for you, how much you can afford, ways to save for a down payment, and tips to get an affordable mortgage. The more you know about the home buying process and prepare your finances it, the cheaper and less stressful it will be.
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February 23, 2021 • 20 min
Using debt wisely comes down to understanding the difference between good and bad debt and the right amounts based on your income and goals. Laura reviews how eight ways to know if you have too much debt and simple action steps to protect your finances.
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February 16, 2021 • 24 min
If you work for a company that offers a retirement plan you might be confused about whether you should make traditional or Roth contributions. Laura reviews the critical differences to consider and how they affect your current taxes and future retirement.
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February 9, 2021 • 20 min
Understand the updated COVID relief for student loan borrowers and get tips to manage your federal and private student loans wisely. Knowing your options will help you find the best repayment options and relieve any financial stress.
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February 2, 2021 • 21 min
This week's market turmoil underscores that using tried-and-true investment strategies is best. Laura gives an explainer about why everyone has been talking about GameStop and reviews seven simple principles to grow your money no matter if you're a new investor, have been at it for decades, or don't have much money to invest.
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January 26, 2021 • 24 min
Talking about financial troubles can be challenging. Laura interviews Dr. Jade Wu, a clinical psychologist and host of the Savvy Psychologist podcast, for wise tips. Listen to their conversation about helping others, asking for help, and getting better sleep when you're worried about money.
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