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Last Checked: 2025-08-02 10:45:53

Does Medical Debt Impact Your Credit Score? And How Much Do You Really Need To Save for a Home

31 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How to protect your credit from medical debt and choose the right way to save for a home down paymen...

The Right Way to Respond to Fraud, Plus Learn How Robo-Investing Works

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to dodge scams to protect your money, then understand how to compare robo vs. traditional ...

Housing Market in Flux: Should You Buy Now Before Prices Shift? (Plus: How Teens Can Build Credit)

24 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Find out where the housing market's headed and how to help your teen build smart credit habits early...

Savings Bonds Explained: When to Buy, When to Cash In, and If They’re Still Worth It

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Budget better for group trips and explore if savings bonds still deserve a spot in your long-term in...

SALT Cap Raised, Clean Energy Credits Ending: Adapt Your Finances to the “Big, Beautiful Bill”

17 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn what the One Big Beautiful Bill Act means for your taxes, benefits, and financial planning. Th...

Smart Planning Sessions: Go “Work Optional” and Move Retirement Funds Penalty-Free (Plus: Your Midyear Money Check-In)

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this month’s Smart Planning segment, a financial advisor discusses how to transfer retirement f...

Buy Now, Pay Later Comes at a Price: Credit Score Risks You Need to Know (Plus: $124k Windfall Tips)

10 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Understand how Buy Now, Pay Later financing options affect your credit and learn smart strategies fo...

Amazon Prime Day Hacks and Budgeting Tips for Emotional Shoppers

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to approach Amazon Prime day without blowing your budget and hear how you can start to und...

How to Retire Early and Live Abroad: Your Guide to Making FIRE Last (Plus: 2025 Gas Prices Explained)

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to navigate gas prices this summer, then hear how to make your money work after retiring e...

Overcome Emotional Spending and Spot Job Scams That Could Cost You Thousands

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to reset spending habits after emotional setbacks and protect yourself from job scams that...

Escape the Infinite Workday Trap (Plus: How to Grow $200/Month Into $300K)

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Get tips to reclaim your time from the “infinite workday,” then learn how to build retirement sa...

Your Housing Questions Answered: Down Payments, Mortgage Recasting, and Buying in Tough Markets

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Explore strategies to strengthen your finances and get smart answers to common home buying and mortg...

Are You Saving Enough in 2025? What the Data Says About Falling Short (Plus: Where to Keep Conservatorship Funds)

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn whether you’re saving enough money in 2025. Then, learn where to keep conservatorship funds ...

Smart Planning Sessions: Digging Out of $36K in Debt — Without Derailing Retirement

16 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this month’s Smart Planning segment, a financial advisor discusses how to build a smarter debt ...

Will AI Take Your Job — or Just Your Time? Plus, Rebuilding Credit After Debt Consolidation

12 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to use AI to boost your career and finances — plus, what to do when debt consolidation t...

How to Negotiate a Raise in a Tough Economy (w/ Brown Ambition’s Mandi Money)

09 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to negotiate higher pay and choose between Roth vs. traditional retirement accounts with c...

Economic Chaos and Car Costs: How to Weigh Risks in Uncertain Times

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 07:10:00 -0000

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn how to keep calm and carry on with smart money moves and car buying plans amid tariffs, market...

Economic Chaos and Car Costs: How to Weigh Risks in Uncertain Times

05 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to keep calm and carry on with smart money moves and car buying plans amid tariffs, market...

Recover from Vacation Overspending and Avoid Costly Rental Property Management Mistakes

Mon, 02 Jun

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Reset your vacation budget and learn about the real work it takes to manage a rental property as a n...

Recover from Vacation Overspending and Avoid Costly Rental Property Management Mistakes

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Reset your vacation budget and learn about the real work it takes to manage a rental property as a n...

What to Do When the U.S. Gets Downgraded and Your Travel Credit Card Stops Paying Off

Thu, 29 May 2025 07:10:00 -0000

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn what a U.S. credit downgrade means for your portfolio, plus find out when it might be time to ...

What to Do When the U.S. Gets Downgraded and Your Travel Credit Card Stops Paying Off

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn what a U.S. credit downgrade means for your portfolio, plus find out when it might be time to ...

Should You Keep Your Old Home? The Financial Case for Selling vs. Renting

Mon, 26 May

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Planning a big move? Learn how to decide whether you should sell or rent your home and fund your nex...

Should You Keep Your Old Home? The Financial Case for Selling vs. Renting

26 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Planning a big move? Learn how to decide whether you should sell or rent your home and fund your nex...

How to Prepare for Stagflation and Make Your Insurance Work Harder

Thu, 22 May 2025 07:10:00 -0000

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn what stagflation could mean for your finances and how to tell if you need life insurance. Do ...

How to Prepare for Stagflation and Make Your Insurance Work Harder

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn what stagflation could mean for your finances and how to tell if you need life insurance. Do ...

Smart Planning Sessions: Investing Through Uncertainty and Planning for Early Retirement Abroad

Mon, 19 May

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

In this month’s Smart Planning segment, a financial advisor discusses when it might make sense to ...

Smart Planning Sessions: Investing Through Uncertainty and Planning for Early Retirement Abroad

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this month’s Smart Planning segment, a financial advisor discusses when it might make sense to ...

Is 'Made in the USA' Still Worth It with Tariffs? Plus: Best Accounts for Your Home Repair Savings

Thu, 15 May 2025 07:10:00 -0000

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

When is buying “Made in the USA” worth it? Plus, learn where to stash savings for home repairs t...

Is 'Made in the USA' Still Worth It with Tariffs? Plus: Best Accounts for Your Home Repair Savings

15 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When is buying “Made in the USA” worth it? Plus, learn where to stash savings for home repairs t...

Start Feeling Better About Money Today and Learn How to Manage Finances After a Layoff

Mon, 12 May

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn how to navigate job loss and reshape your money mindset to feel more in control — emotionall...

Start Feeling Better About Money Today and Learn How to Manage Finances After a Layoff

12 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to navigate job loss and reshape your money mindset to feel more in control — emotionall...

Are We in a Recession? What the Data Says—and How to Protect Your Finances

Thu, 08 May 2025 07:10:00 -0000

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn what a shrinking GDP means for you. Plus: how to handle your HSA if your employer stops contri...

Are We in a Recession? What the Data Says—and How to Protect Your Finances

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn what a shrinking GDP means for you. Plus: how to handle your HSA if your employer stops contri...

Spend Smarter This Wedding Season: Travel, Tipping, and More, (featuring The Knot)

Mon, 05 May

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn smart ways to budget for your wedding and how to navigate tipping expectations without overspe...

Spend Smarter This Wedding Season: Travel, Tipping, and More, (featuring The Knot)

05 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn smart ways to budget for your wedding and how to navigate tipping expectations without overspe...

How to Keep Your Credit Strong During Economic Shifts and Know If You’re Ready to Buy a Home

Thu, 01 May 2025 07:10:00 -0000

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn what rising delinquencies mean for your finances, plus how to decide if you're truly ready to ...

How to Keep Your Credit Strong During Economic Shifts and Know If You’re Ready to Buy a Home

01 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn what rising delinquencies mean for your finances, plus how to decide if you're truly ready to ...

Smart Planning Sessions: When is it OK to Stop Saving? (Plus: Spring Cleaning Your Finances)

Mon, 28 Apr

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

In a new Smart Planning segment, a finance expert tackles retirement goals and savings questions wit...

Smart Planning Sessions: When is it OK to Stop Saving? (Plus: Spring Cleaning Your Finances)

28 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In a new Smart Planning segment, a finance expert tackles retirement goals and savings questions wit...

Less Spending Power, More Debt? Navigate a Declining Dollar and Make Progress on Credit Card Bills

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 07:10:00 -0000

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn how a weakening U.S. dollar affects your wallet and how you can escape the cycle of never-endi...

Less Spending Power, More Debt? Navigate a Declining Dollar and Make Progress on Credit Card Bills

24 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how a weakening U.S. dollar affects your wallet and how you can escape the cycle of never-endi...

Michele Norris Shares Kitchen Must-Haves and the Nerds Break Down Switching Banks for Better Rates

Mon, 21 Apr

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Find out when it’s worth splurging on kitchen gear and how to switch banks without losing your fin...

Michele Norris Shares Kitchen Must-Haves and the Nerds Break Down Switching Banks for Better Rates

21 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Find out when it’s worth splurging on kitchen gear and how to switch banks without losing your fin...

Strategies for Navigating Market Swings and Leveraging Home Equity Wisely

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 07:10:00 -0000

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn how to stay calm during market volatility and whether a HELOC or cash-out refi makes sense for...

Strategies for Navigating Market Swings and Leveraging Home Equity Wisely

17 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to stay calm during market volatility and whether a HELOC or cash-out refi makes sense for...

How To Have a Better Relationship With Money and Maximize Every Dollar

Mon, 14 Apr

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn how to explore your money beliefs and take real steps toward saving and investing, even on a t...

How To Have a Better Relationship With Money and Maximize Every Dollar

14 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to explore your money beliefs and take real steps toward saving and investing, even on a t...

Car Prices, Tariffs, and Trade-Offs: What to Know Before You Buy or Move Out

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 07:10:00 -0000

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn how tariffs could impact car prices and how to know when it’s OK to spend instead of save. ...

Car Prices, Tariffs, and Trade-Offs: What to Know Before You Buy or Move Out

10 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how tariffs could impact car prices and how to know when it’s OK to spend instead of save. ...

Last-Minute Tax Questions Answered and Tips for Keeping Your Financial Documents Safe

Mon, 07 Apr

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn how to store all your important documents and get some last-minute tips for filing your taxes....

Last-Minute Tax Questions Answered and Tips for Keeping Your Financial Documents Safe

07 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to store all your important documents and get some last-minute tips for filing your taxes....

401(k) vs. Brokerage Account: Which Is Better for Retirement Savings? Plus, the National Debt Explained

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 07:10:00 -0000

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn about the U.S. national debt and how it impacts economics and what options to explore if your ...

401(k) vs. Brokerage Account: Which Is Better for Retirement Savings? Plus, the National Debt Explained

03 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about the U.S. national debt and how it impacts economics and what options to explore if your ...

How to Build Wealth Right Now and How Couples Can Align on Financial Goals

Mon, 31 Mar

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn the truth behind myths about building wealth, plus hear from a couple looking to align on  fi...

How to Build Wealth Right Now and How Couples Can Align on Financial Goals

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn the truth behind myths about building wealth, plus hear from a couple looking to align on  fi...

How to Get Ready for a Recession and Choose Enough Car Insurance

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 07:10:00 -0000

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn how to prepare for a possible recession and make sure your car insurance coverage is enough to...

How to Get Ready for a Recession and Choose Enough Car Insurance

27 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to prepare for a possible recession and make sure your car insurance coverage is enough to...

From Broker to Budget: How to Buy or Sell a Home in 2025

Mon, 24 Mar

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn how to budget for a mortgage, compare lenders, and prep for home buying or selling in today’...

From Broker to Budget: How to Buy or Sell a Home in 2025

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to budget for a mortgage, compare lenders, and prep for home buying or selling in today’...

Managing the Job Market and Your Parents’ Finances: Tips for the Sandwich Generation

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 07:10:00 -0000

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn how to juggle finances for aging parents and kids, plus what the latest labor market data mean...

Managing the Job Market and Your Parents’ Finances: Tips for the Sandwich Generation

20 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to juggle finances for aging parents and kids, plus what the latest labor market data mean...

How to Budget for Trips: When to Book and How to Avoid Hidden Fees

Mon, 17 Mar

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn how to budget for travel, save on flights, and maximize credit card rewards for your next trip...

How to Budget for Trips: When to Book and How to Avoid Hidden Fees

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to budget for travel, save on flights, and maximize credit card rewards for your next trip...

What to do When Groceries Cost More and Retirement Feels Out of Reach

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 07:10:00 -0000

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn why tariffs are driving up prices and how you can still save money. Plus, how to catch up on r...

What to do When Groceries Cost More and Retirement Feels Out of Reach

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn why tariffs are driving up prices and how you can still save money. Plus, how to catch up on r...

Can AI Really Manage Your Money? Plus: The Truth About Roth Conversions

Mon, 10 Mar

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn how AI can help you budget, invest, and build financial knowledge. Then, get expert insights o...

Can AI Really Manage Your Money? Plus: The Truth About Roth Conversions

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how AI can help you budget, invest, and build financial knowledge. Then, get expert insights o...

How Tariffs Could Impact Your Retirement and What to Know for 2025 Taxes

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 08:10:00 -0000

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn how to respond to market volatility, the risks of private credit investing, and key tax update...

How Tariffs Could Impact Your Retirement and What to Know for 2025 Taxes

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to respond to market volatility, the risks of private credit investing, and key tax update...

How to Get Your Finances Ready for a Crisis and Tackle Debt Smarter

Mon, 03 Mar

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn how to prepare financially for uncertain times and balance debt payoff with saving for emergen...

How to Get Your Finances Ready for a Crisis and Tackle Debt Smarter

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to prepare financially for uncertain times and balance debt payoff with saving for emergen...

Egg Prices, Greenwashing, and Smarter Ways to Invest

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 08:10:00 -0000

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn what’s causing egg prices to rise so dramatically, then explore ethical investing and how to...

Egg Prices, Greenwashing, and Smarter Ways to Invest

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn what’s causing egg prices to rise so dramatically, then explore ethical investing and how to...

Behavioral Finance Mistakes That Hurt Your Portfolio and What “Good” Returns Look Like

Mon, 24 Feb

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn how behavioral biases impact your investments and what a “good” return from your portfolio...

Behavioral Finance Mistakes That Hurt Your Portfolio and What “Good” Returns Look Like

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how behavioral biases impact your investments and what a “good” return from your portfolio...

Welcome to NerdWallet's Smart Money Podcast

Mon, 24 Feb

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Hosts Sean Pyles, CFP®, and Elizabeth Ayoola are here to answer your biggest financial questions an...

Welcome to NerdWallet's Smart Money Podcast

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Hosts Sean Pyles, CFP®, and Elizabeth Ayoola are here to answer your biggest financial questions an...

Marriage and Money Myths — and Why the Economy Feels 'Off'

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:10:00 -0000

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Understand the financial pros and cons of marriage, from taxes to credit scores, and how it impacts ...

Marriage and Money Myths — and Why the Economy Feels 'Off'

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Understand the financial pros and cons of marriage, from taxes to credit scores, and how it impacts ...

Why Traditional Budgeting Fails and What’s Missing from Your Money Plan

Mon, 17 Feb

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn how values-based spending can help you curb impulse buys, avoid financial blindspots, and reth...

Why Traditional Budgeting Fails and What’s Missing from Your Money Plan

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how values-based spending can help you curb impulse buys, avoid financial blindspots, and reth...

Cross-Country Moving Tips and What a CFPB Shutdown Could Mean for You

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 08:10:00 -0000

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn what a CFBP shutdown could mean for consumers, plus how to financially manage a cross-country ...

Cross-Country Moving Tips and What a CFPB Shutdown Could Mean for You

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn what a CFBP shutdown could mean for consumers, plus how to financially manage a cross-country ...

Debt in the Dating World and Retirement Planning for Entrepreneurs and Business Owners

Mon, 10 Feb

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn how debt affects dating, plus expert advice on retirement planning for business owners navigat...

Debt in the Dating World and Retirement Planning for Entrepreneurs and Business Owners

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how debt affects dating, plus expert advice on retirement planning for business owners navigat...

Will New Tariffs and Tax Rules Cost You? (Plus: Travel Rewards & Roth IRA Tips)

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 08:10:00 -0000

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Get the latest on tariffs, federal spending and the CFPB shake-up — plus answers to your travel cr...

Will New Tariffs and Tax Rules Cost You? (Plus: Travel Rewards & Roth IRA Tips)

06 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Get the latest on tariffs, federal spending and the CFPB shake-up — plus answers to your travel cr...

Introducing Smart Travel: Upgrade Your Getaways, a NerdWallet Podcast

Wed, 05 Feb

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Do you need a vacation from planning your vacation? Before you budget, learn how to get the most out...

Introducing Smart Travel: Upgrade Your Getaways, a NerdWallet Podcast

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Do you need a vacation from planning your vacation? Before you budget, learn how to get the most out...

The Price Isn’t Right: How to Stop Overspending and Stay Debt-Free

Mon, 03 Feb

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Break free from debt cycles and rethink your spending habits with tips on no-buy challenges and fina...

The Price Isn’t Right: How to Stop Overspending and Stay Debt-Free

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Break free from debt cycles and rethink your spending habits with tips on no-buy challenges and fina...

Is It Time to Leave Your Job? Tips for Smart Moves and Strategic Growth

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 08:10:00 -0000

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn how to decide if it’s time to change jobs or careers and understand how to strategize before...

Is It Time to Leave Your Job? Tips for Smart Moves and Strategic Growth

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to decide if it’s time to change jobs or careers and understand how to strategize before...

Rising Insurance Costs and Choosing the Best Savings Account for Your Money

Mon, 27 Jan

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn how rising climate risks impact home insurance costs and compare high-yield savings against mo...

Rising Insurance Costs and Choosing the Best Savings Account for Your Money

27 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how rising climate risks impact home insurance costs and compare high-yield savings against mo...

2025 Real Estate Trends: What Homebuyers and Sellers Need to Know

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 08:10:00 -0000

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn how to navigate the 2025 housing market with tips for buyers and sellers facing high rates, pr...

2025 Real Estate Trends: What Homebuyers and Sellers Need to Know

23 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to navigate the 2025 housing market with tips for buyers and sellers facing high rates, pr...

The Best Financial Products of 2025 and Investing in Collectibles

Mon, 20 Jan

Contributed by Lukas • Default Dataset

Learn how to pick the best financial tools for investing, mortgages, and travel rewards to meet your...

The Best Financial Products of 2025 and Investing in Collectibles

20 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to pick the best financial tools for investing, mortgages, and travel rewards to meet your...