
Why Middle Class Budgets Are Cracking and How to Use Travel Points Before They Devalue
Learn how the E-shaped economy is reshaping middle-class budgets and how to stretch travel points on real trips. What does it really mean when economists say the U.S. economy has shifted from a K-sha...
14 Mai 40min

Money Lessons From Our Moms and How to Budget With an HSA on a High-Deductible Plan
Hear money lessons from NerdWallet moms and learn how to budget for healthcare on a high-deductible plan. What does motherhood teach you about money? In honor of Mother's Day, hosts Sean Pyles, CFP...
11 Mai 43min

Is College Worth It in 2026? Plus, How to Split Solo 401(k) Contributions to Save More
Learn what 2026 grads could borrow for college and how solo 401(k) contributions can build retirement wealth. How much could it cost to go to college in 2026, and is a four-year degree still a smar...
7 Mai 39min

Mrs. Dow Jones's New Rules for Getting Rich, Plus How to Combine Finances After Marriage
Personal finance influencer Mrs. Dow Jones breaks down what it really takes to build wealth. Then, learn how to combine finances with your partner. What would you do differently today to make yours...
4 Mai 45min

Spring Homebuying in 2026 and the Case for Never Paying Off Your Mortgage
Is spring still the right time to buy a home, and does carrying a mortgage forever actually make more financial sense? Before entering into the “forever mortgage” debate, hosts Sean Pyles, CFP®, an...
30 Apr 36min

Pet Insurance vs Savings Account and the APR vs APY Rules That Could Save You Cash
Learn when pet insurance is worth the cost and how APR and APY affect your loans and savings accounts. Is pet insurance worth the monthly premium, or is a high-yield savings account the smarter pla...
27 Apr 41min

USPS’ Cash Crisis Hits More Than Your Mailbox, Plus The Debt Settlement Trap to Avoid
Can the post office survive its cash crisis, and is a debt relief program actually making your debt situation worse? What does the USPS financial crisis mean for your everyday life? Senior news write...
23 Apr 36min

AI in the Home Buying Process: What Works, What Doesn't, and When to Call an Expert
Find out how AI tools can help navigate the home buying process and where human expertise still matters most. Can AI help you buy a house with reliable information? What would you do if you had only ...
20 Apr 45min



















