Financial issues more women face than men

It's not what you do FOR your paycheck, it's what you do WITH it.  That's from Sharon Lechter, CPA and author of "How Money Works for Women: Take Control or Lose It."  She says it's important to make financial decisions with your brain, and not your heart. Sharon and Heather also discuss how 99% o…

WARNING! Can you spot the latest consumer scams?

Impersonator scams are on the rise.  Kerry O'Brien, Regional Director of the Federal Trade Commission's Western Region, says more and more people are losing money to scammers who pretend to be from your bank, Amazon, or web protection services. Kerry says do NOT click on any hyperlink sent to you …

When should we begin teaching financial literacy to kids?

Studies show buying habits begin much younger than we think -- as young as 8 or 9 years of age. However, most parents and school teachers don't have a basic grasp on money matters to teach it to kids.  Vince Shorb, CEO of National Financial Educators Council, says even states which require financia…

FAQ military personnel have about their taxes

Not every state in the U-S gives the same tax credits for military personnel.  How do you know which state to file taxes in when you are transferred during the calendar year?  And how is deployment income taxed? Tackling these, and many other questions are Susan Speirs, CEO of Utah Association of …

How to travel Internationally on a budget

Going overseas for your vacation doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg.  Kate Davis, Associate Producer for KSL Newsradio, says her two week vacation to Peru cost about $1500 - including airfare. Kate says her best advice is to be open to places you may not have considered as  'bucket list' items …

How to use your life insurance policy as a piggy bank

Life insurance isn't always Death insurance.  Vivian Weyll, found of Aria Financial Group, says a life insurance policy designed the right way with the right benefits can provide college funds for kids or retirement funds -- TAX FREE. Weyll says you can also get a "Cash Back" policy which returns …

Warehouse vs standard grocery store prices

Are you getting the best deals at a Costco or Sam's Club over a regular food store? Dan Spindle, news anchor for KSL 5 TV, says there are 3-things you need to do to save money, no matter where you shop. Dan and Heather also discuss if food delivery services are worth the cost. You can follow this…

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of STEM

S.T.E.M. (science, technology, engineering and math) is touted as the they way for education and careers.  Tami Goetz, director of Utah STEM Action Center, and Susan Speirs, CEO of Utah Association of CPAs, discuss why it's important to start teaching kids as young as 7-years old these courses. Th…

Cultivating joy brings money

Surviving our capitalist system requires having true joy and purpose.  Quinn O'Briant, the "Joy Boss," says she faced a life of poverty and failure until she became INTENTIONAL about finding a different way to survive.  Now she has a six figure income. O'Briant teaches that the link between joy, m…

Turn your life insurance policy into cash

Insurance companies don't want you know this Hack.  David Rosell*, president of Rosell Wealth Management says selling your policy is better than surrendering it, and losing all it's value. David wrote the book "In the Know: Turning your Unwanted Life Insurance into Serious Cash" and explains what …