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NerdWallet’s trusted finance journalists answer real-world money questions to help you make smarter financial decisions with confidence. Each episode dives deep into topics like budgeting, saving, investing, home buying, and credit cards, cutting through misinformation to bring you clear, actionable advice backed by thorough research. By the end of every episode, you’ll have the latest financial i... more

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Learn how to measure your retirement progress when you have a pension and figure out how much more you really need to save.

How do you know if your pension actually has you covered for retirement — or if you still need to keep saving aggressively al... more

Learn whether the "7% rule" for prioritizing debt payoff over investing applies to your mortgage. Plus: why your grocery bill keeps climbing.

Hosts Sean Pyles, CFP®, and Elizabeth Ayoola talk with Max, a product designer in Portland who was laid off... more

Learn how LGBTQ+ homebuyers navigate unique challenges and how anyone can compete in today's expensive housing market.

What makes homebuying uniquely challenging for LGBTQ+ people — and could being queer also create unexpected advantages in the proc... more

Which financial pro do you need: a CFP, CPA or CFA? Plus, an economist explains why "good" economic data doesn't always feel that way.

Hosts Sean Pyles, CFP®, and Elizabeth Ayoola sit down live, in-studio, with a listener named Belle, who's in the p... more

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Recent Guests

Hana Coyle
Listener guest; engineer based in Portland, OR
Episode: How to Balance Competing Financial Priorities When Everything Feels Urgent
Rosalie Murphy
Small business writer at NerdWallet
NerdWallet
Episode: What You Need to Know About Starting a Business Before You Quit Your Job
Sally French
Host of the Smart Travel Podcast
Smart Travel Podcast
Episode: Is an Annual Fee Travel Card Worth It? A Guide for Occasional Flyers
Anna Hylhowsky
News colleague at NerdWallet
NerdWallet
Episode: It's Not Too Late: How to Reset Your Money Habits at 50
Chanelle Bessette
Banking nerd
NerdWallet
Episode: Stop Guessing and Start Comparing: Is One Bank Enough for Everything?
Abby Badach Doyle
Mortgage writer
NerdWallet
Episode: Stop Assuming Payment Plans Are a Debt Trap and Start Doing the Math
Christine Hargrove
Clinical Assistant Professor and Assistant Director of the Love and Money Center at University of Georgia; financial therapist specializing in ADHD and finances
University of Georgia
Episode: Beyond Willpower: Building Financial Systems That Work for Your Brain
Caitlin Constantine
Insurance nerd and guest on the pod
Independent insurance expert
Episode: Umbrella Insurance, Coverage Gaps, and What a $483 Bar Tab Taught Us About Money
Melissa Lambarena
NerdWallet credit card writer
NerdWallet
Episode: Robinhood Gold Card: Is 3% Cash Back Worth the Waitlist and Membership Fee?

Hosts

Sean Pyles
Host of NerdWallet's Smart Money Podcast; CFP® professional with a focus on budgeting, investing, and consumer finance.
Elizabeth Ayoola
Co-host on Smart Money Podcast; experienced finance journalist and presenter, covers budgeting, debt, and personal finance topics with an emphasis on practical guidance.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • Great

    Great

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bobyyyiiiii
    United States20 days ago
  • Great but

    I love this podcast and they have great tips. I really like it when they go over people‘s budgets. The only thing that bothers me all the time is how both hosts consistently only use “they/them” for every person that they are reviewing. I wish that they would ask people what their pronouns are and just use that because it actually gets really confusing.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Abbysmom2
    United Statesa month ago
  • Self Employed

    I feel like this podcast largely ignores self-employed people. You talk a lot about employment, matching and free money but self-employed people over 50 who are way way way behind seem to be an afterthought.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    whateverstupidyelp
    United Statesa month ago
  • Please calm down.

    I was excited for the new podcast, your next dollar, but the hosts voice and energy level was completely overwhelming. I felt like I was being yelled at for 25 minutes. There’s no way I can listen to this podcast on a regular basis until he starts drinking decaf.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    whateverstupidyelp
    United States3 months ago
  • Interesting show

    I enjoy this show. I like hearing the real life scenarios. I’d like to hear more from families with multiple older children and families close to retirement, as well as Canadian perspectives. Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kawartha6
    Canada3 months ago

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Audience appreciates real-life scenarios and gentle, judgment-free guidance.
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Clear, actionable money advice that's easy to understand.
Hosts are relatable and engaging, with practical real-world examples.

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CFP vs. CPA vs. CFA: The Only One Most People Need
Q: Can you talk us through how you've been thinking about this and why you're leaning toward a CPA?
Bell explains they want a holistic view of personal finances and a tax-savvy plan tied to their veterinary practice, making a CPA a strong initial fit for tax planning and business structure, with a CFP later to coordinate the whole team.
Is an Annual Fee Travel Card Worth It? A Guide for Occasional Flyers
Q: What's the single most important question to ask before choosing a travel rewards card?
The most important question is whether the card's benefits are easy to justify given your travel frequency and spending; if you fly Delta regularly and check bags, a Delta card may pay for itself, otherwise a general travel card with broad perks like Chase Sapphire Preferred may offer more flexible value.
Sinking Fund Methods That Actually Work, Plus The Hidden Cost of AI Data Centers
Q: Any suggestions for those who put all expenses on a rewards card and want to optimize points while keeping sinking funds?
Allocate one credit card to each major spending bucket (bills, travel, groceries, etc.), then connect the appropriate savings or checking accounts to those cards. Pay off each card from its linked account. Regularly review spending to ensure funds are allocated correctly and avoid cross-account overdrafts. This credit-card-forward method can simplify management while preserving rewards.
Sinking Fund Methods That Actually Work, Plus The Hidden Cost of AI Data Centers
Q: Thanks for covering sinking funds, but when it's time to pay, how do you manage that? If everything is going on the same credit card, do you then have to be mindful to transfer funds to the account that pays the credit card?
There are three main payment approaches. The single account method uses one fund-connected account to pay the credit card and then transfers to fund-specific accounts as expenses occur. The multi-account method connects all savings and checking accounts directly to their respective credit cards to avoid frequent transfers. The hybrid approach keeps a primary set of accounts linked to cards (usually three) and occasionally transfers between them to cover expenses, balancing simplicity with organization.
It's Not Too Late: How to Reset Your Money Habits at 50
Q: What should David focus on first to change his habits at 50?
Automate savings into clearly defined buckets, set up catch-up contributions for retirement accounts, and build a clear goal for retirement to guide spending decisions.

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The show blends practical, real-world money coaching with data-driven context across a broad range of personal-finance topics. Listeners can expect accessible guidance on retirement planning, debt payoffs, starting or growing a business, budgeting for life transitions (like parenting or career changes), housing and mortgage considerations, and nuanced discussions around banking, taxes, and credit. A hallmark is pairing expert NerdWallet voices with personal stories and live coaching, often supported by timely policy and market context. The format leans into actionable steps, transparency about trade-offs, and accessible explanations of complex topics, making it useful for listeners seeking clear, solvable money problems and strategies to bu... more

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