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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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Latest Episodes

Learn whether managing your own mortgage escrow pays off and what popular election slogans could mean for your money.

Can you manage your own escrow account instead of letting your mortgage servicer pay your property taxes and homeowners insurance? ... more

Learn how to pursue early retirement, grow savings, and weigh home buying after a major life change.

How do you rebuild your budget after going from two incomes to one? Hosts Sean Pyles, CFP®, and Elizabeth Ayoola review the budget of a 32-year-old ... more

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Learn how to pick a budget that fits your life, where to save for a big goal and how identity theft has changed.

Does a budget work without sorting your spending into needs and wants? And where could you keep money you’re saving for a big expense th... more

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Learn how to get past the fear of negotiating for higher pay, even when your employer might say no.

Why does negotiating feel so scary, and how do you get past that fear? Hosts Sean Pyles, CFP®, and Elizabeth Ayoola talk with Kwame Christian, a nego... more

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Recent Guests

Kwame Christian
Negotiation expert, CEO of the American Negotiation Institute and host of Big Swings Only
American Negotiation Institute
Episode: Afraid to Ask for a Raise? Negotiate Your Salary With 5 Simple Words
Tess Vigeland
Smart Money producer and former Marketplace host
NerdWallet
Episode: How to Plan a Sabbatical (and Pay for It), Plus the Hidden Costs of Cash Advance Apps
Candice Wang
Senior researcher at the Center for Responsible Lending and co-author of research on payday advance apps
Center for Responsible Lending
Episode: How to Plan a Sabbatical (and Pay for It), Plus the Hidden Costs of Cash Advance Apps
Amanda Barroso
NerdWallet senior credit expert
NerdWallet
Episode: Rebuild Your Credit And Your Savings, Plus Why 7 in 10 Americans Feel Squeezed
India Elliott
Financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors
Wells Fargo Advisors
Episode: Build Generational Wealth From Scratch: Four Pillars and the Family Pressure That Comes With It
Jean Chatzky
Host of HerMoney and author of The Forever Paycheck
HerMoney
Episode: Build a Forever Paycheck with Jean Chatzky of HerMoney
Anna Helhoski
NerdWallet senior news writer
NerdWallet
Episode: Build a Forever Paycheck with Jean Chatzky of HerMoney
Ryan Sterling
Wealth Advisor with NerdWallet Wealth Partners and affiliate of NerdWallet, Inc.
NerdWallet Wealth Partners
Episode: Renting vs. Buying a Home: Can HOA Fees Be Worth the Money?
Craig Joseph
Nerd writer who has written extensively on timeshares
NerdWallet
Episode: Get Out of a Timeshare and Find Down Payment Help to Buy a Home

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
  • Podcast

    Great!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    sofiaaaerod
    United States23 days ago
  • Interesting

    Interesting

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Momoorewe
    United Statesa month ago
  • Jean Chatsky episode is ridiculous.

    Stop scaring people about finances and making it sound so complex. These people just want to sell you something.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    (KG)2
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love, love this show!

    Thank you for always educating us about finance, investment, and budgeting. I wonder if you have any insight of any strategy for the upcoming holiday budget. How do you manage your expenses during holidays and how do you maintain that holiday budget? Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marife K
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great

    Great

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jbmb1400
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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Audience appreciates real-life scenarios and gentle, judgment-free guidance.
Some listeners feel ads or cross-podcast plugs dilute focus at times.
Clear, actionable money advice that's easy to understand.
Hosts are relatable and engaging, with practical real-world examples.

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#25
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#110
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#153
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#86
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#95
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#126
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Build a Forever Paycheck with Jean Chatzky of HerMoney
Q: Can you explain the difference between dynamic pricing and surveillance pricing?
Amanda Barroso says dynamic pricing changes prices for everyone in response to supply and demand, while surveillance pricing uses individual consumer data to set prices based on a person's habits and presumed willingness to pay.
Build a Forever Paycheck with Jean Chatzky of HerMoney
Q: How can people start emotionally preparing for spending their retirement savings down?
Jean Chatzky recommends setting aside a portion of retirement savings to create a dependable paycheck, through an annuity or investments, so essential expenses are covered and retirees may feel more comfortable spending.
How to Plan a Sabbatical (and Pay for It), Plus the Hidden Costs of Cash Advance Apps
Q: What should consumers consider before they go about using one of these apps?
Candice Wang advises considering the long-term costs and repeat-borrowing risks, and looking into alternatives such as nonprofit assistance, family or friends, more affordable housing, budget changes, or additional work.
How to Plan a Sabbatical (and Pay for It), Plus the Hidden Costs of Cash Advance Apps
Q: How do you plan and pay for a sabbatical, even if your employer doesn't offer a paid one?
The hosts recommend setting goals, checking employer leave options, estimating expenses, saving in a dedicated fund, managing debt, maintaining a separate emergency fund, and planning for health insurance and the return to work.
Afraid to Ask for a Raise? Negotiate Your Salary With 5 Simple Words
Q: What flexibility do you have?
Christian recommends asking this open-ended question when given an offer to find out whether there is room to negotiate. If salary flexibility is exhausted, he suggests discussing other compensation such as vacation, flexible time or title.

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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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