How can I get into the travel credit card points game?
02 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Want to get the most points from your travel credit card, but don't know where to start? We've got y...
Are Roth conversions a good idea?
24 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Roth conversions can give you a big tax advantage in retirement, but they're not right for everyone....
What's the best way to do a spending fast?
17 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A spending fast can help you save money — fast! The idea is to hit the pause button on non-essenti...
Should I invest or pay off my student loans?
10 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Should you invest or pay off debt? This question can get especially tricky when you’re talking abo...
How do we manage money as a couple?
03 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Yours? Mine? Ours? Managing your money as a couple can be stressful, and there’s no one right way ...
From the archive: "What's the best way to rack up travel rewards quickly?"
20 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We'll be back in a couple weeks. In the meantime, here's how you can use these winter months to rack...
From the archive: "How can I pay off my debt faster?"
06 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We'll be back in a few weeks, so here's an episode from our archives that can help you tackle your h...
Happy New Year from the SmartMoney team!
30 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Thanks for a great 2019! We're taking a little holiday break but will be back in 2020 with loads of ...
How can I (actually) keep my new year’s money resolution?
16 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
New Year’s money resolutions are common, sure. But keeping them is a whole different story. In thi...
What are your best tips to save on family holiday travel?
02 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Holiday travel can be expensive — especially if you’re traveling with family. But you have optio...
Does Black Friday live up to the hype?
18 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Black Friday might seem like the best time to get the biggest deals of the holiday shopping season. ...
Which accounts can make me the most money?
04 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
You can make money just by putting your cash into the right account. Which account to choose depends...
How much house can I afford?
21 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Think you’re finally ready to buy a home? Here’s how to know how much house you can afford with ...
How can I pay off my debt faster?
07 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Want to pay off your debt fast? You can, with a bit of know-how. In this episode, Sean Pyles and Liz...
How do I buy a used car?
23 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Buying a used car can be confusing. Should you shop around a used car lot, or are the online classif...
How can my credit score save me money?
09 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Sure, you got a high credit score — but how can you make the most of it? Sean and Dayana talk with...
Should I refinance my student loans?
19 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Refinancing student loans might save you money — if you’re a good candidate. But that’s not th...
My prescription drug costs are wrecking my budget. What can I do?
05 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Having Type 1 diabetes can be expensive. Just ask Paloma Kemak, aka Glitter Glucose on Instagram, wh...
What's the best way to rack up travel rewards quickly?
22 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
You can rack up travel credit card points quickly — if you know the right tips. In this episode, S...
Am I saving enough for retirement?
08 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Here’s how to know if you’re saving enough for retirement — and what to do if you’re behind,...
Travel-Hack the Holidays
12 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Want to make holiday travel a little less hectic? Dayana and Sean get the scoop from NerdWallet’s ...
Inside student loan scams
16 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Are companies that offer to reduce or eliminate your debt legit? We hear Selina’s story about wh...
What's a side hustle and should I start one?
09 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
There are a lot of side gigs out there. (Nerds took some for a test drive!) Here’s how to tell whi...
I want to invest. How should I start?
02 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
We dive into the basics — getting financially ready, finding a good first investment, how to wade ...
How to get out of debt: Interview with The Debt Free Guys
26 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The Debt Free Guys, John Schneider and David Auten, reveal how they paid off over $50,000 in credit ...
Is a travel credit card right for me?
19 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
From application, to acceptance, to acquiring and using points, NerdWallet card sharks share tips on...
How do I prioritize my budget?
10 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Wants versus needs. Spending versus saving. You can have it all (even the fun stuff) by following a ...