Episodes
Understand the unique benefits of an HSA and rule changes for 2024.
Published 11/15/23
Laura reviews what you should know about using a high-yield savings account (HYSA), including tips for choosing the best one and how to get the most from an online bank.
Published 11/08/23
Laura interviews Tom Morrissey, Founder of Healthy Business Group (HBG), an innovative healthcare benefit solution for businesses and solopreneurs, about ways to save money on health insurance.
Published 11/01/23
Laura explains sources of retirement income and easy ways to determine how much money you need for a secure, comfortable retirement.
Published 10/25/23
These nine financial tips will help you save money, get additional tax benefits, and make the most of your insurance, credit cards, and retirement accounts for more success in the New Year.
Published 10/18/23
We’ll cover tips for choosing a firm, selecting investments, and managing money wisely based on your financial goals.
Published 10/11/23
You have some excellent employee benefits if you work for your state or local government.
Published 10/04/23
Now is an excellent time to adjust your savings plan to take advantage of them in the New Year.
Published 09/27/23
Helping kids achieve financial freedom as adults involves more than giving them money or paying for their education.
Published 09/20/23
If you’re a parent or a future college student wondering how you’ll ever pay for college, this show is for you!
Published 09/13/23
If you want a secure financial future, maxing out a tax-advantaged retirement account as early and as often as possible is the secret.
Published 09/06/23
The White House created a new and more generous income-driven student loan repayment program known as SAVE, or Saving on a Valuable Education.
Published 08/30/23
Whether you run a local mom-and-pop microbusiness, want to become a real estate agent, or do freelance work on the side of your day job, there are many legitimate, money-saving tax benefits you shouldn't miss.
Published 08/23/23
Laura answers a listener’s question about whether to buy term or permanent life insurance. Find out the main types of coverage, factors for getting approved, tax implications, and how much life insurance you may need.
Published 08/16/23
While you might think all debt is bad, some can actually improve your finances.
Published 08/09/23
Before making decisions about a cash windfall, you must identify its purpose.
Published 08/02/23
Minors typically can’t own assets in their name; however, states have adopted laws that allow a custodian to hold assets for a minor until they become an adult (usually 18 or 21, depending on where you live).
Published 07/26/23
When I say I've created over 700 shows and recorded my first episode over 15 years ago, people often look stunned and tell me they can't believe it. Well, neither can I!
Published 07/19/23
Consolidating credit card debt comes with several pros and cons, depending on the details.
Published 07/12/23
Figuring out how much you should save for retirement can seem more like an art than a science, especially if you’re unclear about critical planning variables. That’s why having a benchmark for the amount to save by age can be helpful.
Published 07/05/23
Good credit helps you save money and improve your finances in other ways, even if you never borrow a dime.
Published 06/28/23
It's easy to follow intuitive financial advice, but don't overlook powerful counterintuitive tips. Laura reviews nine tips for building wealth that may surprise you but lead to more financial success.
Published 06/21/23
While no one can eliminate money stressors, there are affordable ways to reduce them, protect your finances, and boost your peace of mind.
Published 06/14/23
Ultimately, it’s your job to make sure you don’t over-contribute.
Published 06/07/23
Social Security has had many changes and amendments, such as adding disability insurance, supplemental income, and Medicare. But we’ll just focus on the retirement benefit in this show.
Published 05/31/23