
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
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 636 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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Learn how couples can budget around inconsistent income and navigate the financial and emotional strain it can create.
What can you do when your partner's income is too unpredictable to plan around? Hosts Sean Pyles, CFP®, and Elizabeth Ayoola answe... more
Can you really overhaul 50 years of money habits — and are the drivers paying the highest prices per gallon actually the ones hurting most from rising gas prices?
Host Sean Pyles, CFP© and Elizabeth Ayoola are joined by senior news writer Anna Helho... more
Is it time to ditch multiple bank accounts for an all-in-one hybrid account — and how do you transition to joint accounts with a partner without making a mess of your finances?
Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola are joined by banking Nerd Chanell... more
Learn what's in a rare bipartisan housing bill in Congress, then find out whether a credit card payment plan beats buy now, pay later.
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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.
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.
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!
I’ve become a recent listener, and really enjoy this podcast! I would categorize myself as someone who makes a very modest income, and has generally been pretty careful in what I choose to spend it on. I don’t necessarily feel like I was educated in how to optimize my earnings, plan, and really have my money work for me. In what I’ve listened to, this podcast does a great job of giving me small doses of financial knowledge to set myself up a little more clearly on my financial path. I’m surpris... more
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Listeners tune in for practical, data-driven personal finance guidance across a broad range of topics—from budgeting and saving to investing, homebuying, and credit card strategies. Episodes frequently pair macroeconomic context with hands-on, actionable tips, host Q&As, and guest experts to illustrate real-world decisions—whether maximizing travel rewards, weighing the forever mortgage, or evaluating college value in a changing landscape. A notable strength is the consistent use of research-backed insights and accessible explanations, with episodes often featuring guests from NerdWallet and independent experts to ground discussions in data and practical planning. A distinguishing trait is the blend of thoughtful budgeting mindset discussio... more
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