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  • Budget friendly things to do this summer

    Budget friendly things to do this summer
    Jun 10 2025
    Ideas on how to have fun this summer without breaking the bank. Go on a "penny date." Throw a movie marathon party. Swap houses with a friend. With a little imagination, you can bring delight and joy — at a low cost — into your sunny days ahead. This episode originally aired August 1st, 2023.

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    13 m
  • Avoid debt with these credit card tips

    Avoid debt with these credit card tips
    May 29 2025
    Even if you use a credit card all the time, it can be difficult to understand the ins and outs of how they work. Whether you're a new credit card owner or just want to make sure you're getting the most out of your card, this episode will walk through the fundamentals of the credit card game. This episode originally published August 29, 2024.

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    19 m
  • How to save big on groceries

    How to save big on groceries
    May 12 2025
    Groceries aren't cheap, but there are ways beyond just looking for sales to make budget meals. To help cut down your grocery bill, we have practical tips for saving money on the food you cook at home. This episode original published May 30, 2023.

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    17 m
  • How to handle your money during tariff uncertainty

    How to handle your money during tariff uncertainty
    Apr 28 2025
    With stock market volatility and fears of price increases driven by the new tariffs, you may be worried about your finances. In this episode, certified financial planner Lauryn Williams explains how to handle your spending, savings and retirement accounts in times of economic instability.

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    19 m
  • Can I afford to buy a house?

    Can I afford to buy a house?
    Apr 17 2025
    Buying a home can feel out of reach for many. But if you're an aspiring homeowner, there are ways to make it a reality. In this episode, mortgage reporter Molly Grace explains how to know if you're financially ready, what costs to budget for and how to find a home that works for you.

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    19 m
  • A beginner's guide to bartering

    A beginner's guide to bartering
    Apr 1 2025
    Bartering can help you mind your budget and build relationships with your community. In this episode, we cover how to suggest bartering as an option and make the exchange feel fair. We'll also share stories of successful trades.

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    21 m
  • Start a financial self-care routine

    Start a financial self-care routine
    Mar 25 2025
    There are things we're supposed to do routinely for our health: brush our teeth, shower and exercise. There's a version of that for financial health too. We'll talk about those tasks — and go beyond the number-crunching to explore how our mental health affects our finances. This episode originally published August 15, 2023.

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    16 m
  • Don't panic when the markets are down

    Don't panic when the markets are down
    Mar 18 2025
    About 60% of Americans have some money in the stock market — and the markets are not doing great. Your knee-jerk reaction might be to sell. But experts explain why that's not a good idea. This episode originally published October 3, 2022.

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    15 m
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