PennyWise Podcast host Teri Barr talks with Sally French, a travel expert with NerdWallet, about the high cost to rent a car these days.

French reveals what she found during a recent analysis comparing brands, prices and where you rent your car.

She also shares her tried and true tips to help you save money the next time you need to book a car rental.

Past PennyWise episodes with Sally French as a guest:
Is room service dead? Why you're seeing other, cheaper options taking over
How to Be a 5-Star Traveler This Holiday Season
Planning a trip to Vegas? Here's what you need to know!

More from Sally for NerdWallet:
This Major Travel Cost Is Up 50% Since Before the Pandemic
Is It Worth Booking Airbnbs for 1 Week?
Airbnb Cleaning Fees Can Be Brutal — How to Cope
Travel Problems? 12 Ways to Make It Less Bad
Are Airbnbs Really Cheaper for Large Groups?
Avoid Airline Cancellations: How to Book Better

PennyWise Podcast host <a href="https://twitter.com/teribarrmedia">Teri Barr</a> talks with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/author/sally-french">Sally French</a>, a travel expert with NerdWallet, about the high cost to rent a car these days.
French reveals what she found during a recent analysis comparing brands, prices and where you rent your car.
She also shares her tried and true tips to help you save money the next time you need to book a car rental.
Past PennyWise episodes with Sally French as a guest:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/is-room-service-dead-why-youre-seeing-other-cheape">Is room service dead? Why you're seeing other, cheaper options taking over</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/how-to-be-a-5-star-traveler-this-holiday-season">How to Be a 5-Star Traveler This Holiday Season</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/planning-a-trip-to-vegas-heres-what-you-need-to-kn">Planning a trip to Vegas? Here's what you need to know!</a></li>
</ul>
More from Sally for NerdWallet:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/travel/car-rental-price-increase">This Major Travel Cost Is Up 50% Since Before the Pandemic</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/travel/why-its-worth-booking-airbnbs-for-a-week-or-longer">Is It Worth Booking Airbnbs for 1 Week?</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/travel/airbnb-cleaning-fees-brutal">Airbnb Cleaning Fees Can Be Brutal — How to Cope</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/travel/travel-problems">Travel Problems? 12 Ways to Make It Less Bad</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/travel/airbnb-for-large-groups">Are Airbnbs Really Cheaper for Large Groups?</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/travel/avoid-airline-cancellations">Avoid Airline Cancellations: How to Book Better</a></li>
</ul>

A show about money, finances, and investing. Join Teri Barr every Thursday as she's joined by specialists from Forbes Advisor and NerdWallet to talk about the topics that affect your bottom line.

A show about money, finances, and investing. Join Teri Barr every Thursday as she's joined by specialists from Forbes Advisor and NerdWallet to talk about the topics that affect your bottom line.

PennyWise

Tried and true tips to help you save money the next time you need to rent a car!

10 easy tips to save money on rental cars!

PennyWise Podcast host Teri Barr is talking with Sara Rathner, a Personal Finance Expert with NerdWallet, to learn how you can use debt as a financial tool.

Sara shares the differences between bad and "good" debt, and explains the three ways to use it to your advantage, especially right now.

More Pennywise episodes with Sara:
How to protect yourself from debt collectors using this new tactic
High gas prices have you down? Try these 4 simple tips to save at the pump!
How to manage credit card debt with inflation and rising interest rates
5 tips to help tackle higher credit card interest rates

More from Sara at NerdWallet:
Sometimes, Debt Can Be a Helpful Tool
5 Things to Know About the Upgrade OneCard
How the Wells Fargo Autograph Stacks Up Against Competitors

PennyWise Podcast host <a href="https://twitter.com/teribarrmedia">Teri Barr</a> is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/author/sara-rathner">Sara Rathner</a>, a Personal Finance Expert with NerdWallet, to learn how you can use debt as a financial tool.
Sara shares the differences between bad and "good" debt, and explains the three ways to use it to your advantage, especially right now.
More Pennywise episodes with Sara:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/how-to-protect-yourself-from-debt-collectors-using">How to protect yourself from debt collectors using this new tactic</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/how-to-save-at-the-pump-with-these-4-simple-tips">High gas prices have you down? Try these 4 simple tips to save at the pump!</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/how-to-manage-your-credit-card-debt-in-the-face-of">How to manage credit card debt with inflation and rising interest rates</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/5-tips-to-help-tackle-higher-credit-card-interest">5 tips to help tackle higher credit card interest rates</a></li>
</ul>
More from Sara at NerdWallet:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/3-times-debt-can-be-a-helpful-tool">Sometimes, Debt Can Be a Helpful Tool</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/upgrade-onecard">5 Things to Know About the Upgrade OneCard</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/wells-fargo-autograph-vs-competitors">How the Wells Fargo Autograph Stacks Up Against Competitors</a></li>
</ul>

It's not always bad. You can use debt to your advantage, or to soften the blow of an unexpected expense.

3 ways debt can be a helpful tool

Teri is off this week, so Chris Lay is filling in as the host and introducing this little dip into the archives from August, 2021:

Host Teri Barr is talking with Jason Metz, Insurance Analyst from Forbes Advisor, to learn why insurance often isn't on the back to school list for college students.

Jason has important details about insurance in case of an accident, theft or poor decision making while your student is away from home. He also shares a checklist to help you consider if you do -- or don't -- need to add any levels of protection; plus, explains a few types of insurance you may not have heard about until now. 

Read more here: Insurance Checklist For College Students And Their Parents

Teri is off this week, so Chris Lay is filling in as the host and introducing this little dip into the archives from August, 2021:
Host <a href="https://twitter.com/TeriBarrMedia">Teri Barr</a> is talking with <a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/author/jmetz/">Jason Metz</a>, Insurance Analyst from Forbes Advisor, to learn why insurance often isn't on the back to school list for college students.
Jason has important details about insurance in case of an accident, theft or poor decision making while your student is away from home. He also shares a checklist to help you consider if you do -- or don't -- need to add any levels of protection; plus, explains a few types of insurance you may not have heard about until now. 
Read more here: <a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/homeowners-insurance/college-student-checklist/">Insurance Checklist For College Students And Their Parents</a>

Insurance checklist for kids heading off to college

A new survey shows credit card use has quickly grown in the last few months and many people say they are also racking up debt due to the increased use of their cards.

PennyWise Podcast host Teri Barr is talking with Sara Rathner, a Personal Finance Expert with NerdWallet, to learn why so many people are turning to their credit cards right now.

Sara also shares five important tips to help you avoid going into debt due to your credit card use.

More Pennywise episodes with Sara:
How to protect yourself from debt collectors using this new tactic
High gas prices have you down? Try these 4 simple tips to save at the pump!
How to manage credit card debt with inflation and rising interest rates
5 tips to help tackle higher credit card interest rates

More from Sara at NerdWallet:
Getting Therapy When Cost and Access Are a Barrier
5 Things to Know About the Walgreens Credit Card
AmEx Blue Cash Everyday Gets More Rewarding
Sometimes, Debt Can Be a Helpful Tool
5 Things to Know About the Upgrade OneCard

A new survey shows credit card use has quickly grown in the last few months and many people say they are also racking up debt due to the increased use of their cards.
PennyWise Podcast host <a href="https://twitter.com/TeriBarrMedia">Teri Barr</a> is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/author/sara-rathner">Sara Rathner</a>, a Personal Finance Expert with NerdWallet, to learn why so many people are turning to their credit cards right now.
Sara also shares five important tips to help you avoid going into debt due to your credit card use.
More Pennywise episodes with Sara:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/how-to-protect-yourself-from-debt-collectors-using">How to protect yourself from debt collectors using this new tactic</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/how-to-save-at-the-pump-with-these-4-simple-tips">High gas prices have you down? Try these 4 simple tips to save at the pump!</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/how-to-manage-your-credit-card-debt-in-the-face-of">How to manage credit card debt with inflation and rising interest rates</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/5-tips-to-help-tackle-higher-credit-card-interest">5 tips to help tackle higher credit card interest rates</a></li>
</ul>
More from Sara at NerdWallet:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/getting-therapy-when-cost-and-access-are-a-barrier">Getting Therapy When Cost and Access Are a Barrier</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/walgreens-card">5 Things to Know About the Walgreens Credit Card</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/amex-blue-cash-everyday-2022-new-rewards">AmEx Blue Cash Everyday Gets More Rewarding</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/3-times-debt-can-be-a-helpful-tool">Sometimes, Debt Can Be a Helpful Tool</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/upgrade-onecard">5 Things to Know About the Upgrade OneCard</a></li>
</ul>

5 tips to help avoid credit card debt

A new survey revealed that 90% of shoppers say the current economic conditions will impact their back-to-school budget this year.

Host Teri Barr is talking with Kimberly Palmer, a Personal Finance Expert with NerdWallet, to learn how higher prices and lower supplies are impacting back-to-school shoppers.

Kimberly also shares six creative tips to help you save on your school shopping budget.

More Pennywise episodes with Kimberly:
6 steps you can take to control your food budget
Worried about interest rate increases? Try these quick money-saving tips!
Going to any weddings? Here are tips to keep your costs down!
5 easy steps to strengthen your finances for Financial Literacy Month!
Four great tips for buying used cars online

More from Kimberly at NerdWallet:
Spring-Clean Your Finances With Some Automation
To Fight Inflation, Take Down Food Expenses
How to Offset Rising Prices and Interest Rates
Why Managing Your Money Starts With Your Emotions
How to Plan Your Big Expenditures for the Year

A new survey revealed that 90% of shoppers say the current economic conditions will impact their back-to-school budget this year.
Host <a href="https://twitter.com/TeriBarrMedia">Teri Barr</a> is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/author/kimberly-palmer">Kimberly Palmer</a>, a Personal Finance Expert with NerdWallet, to learn how higher prices and lower supplies are impacting back-to-school shoppers.
Kimberly also shares six creative tips to help you save on your school shopping budget.
More Pennywise episodes with Kimberly:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/6-steps-you-can-take-to-control-your-food-budget">6 steps you can take to control your food budget</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/worried-about-interest-rate-increases-try-these-qu">Worried about interest rate increases? Try these quick money-saving tips!</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/going-to-any-weddings-in-2022-heres-how-to-keep-yo">Going to any weddings? Here are tips to keep your costs down!</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/5-easy-steps-to-strengthen-your-finances-for-finan">5 easy steps to strengthen your finances for Financial Literacy Month!</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/four-great-tips-for-buying-used-cars-online">Four great tips for buying used cars online</a></li>
</ul>
More from Kimberly at NerdWallet:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/spring-clean-your-finances-with-some-automation">Spring-Clean Your Finances With Some Automation</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/to-fight-inflation-take-down-food-expenses">To Fight Inflation, Take Down Food Expenses</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/how-to-deal-with-rising-prices-and-interest-rates">How to Offset Rising Prices and Interest Rates</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/why-managing-your-money-starts-with-your-emotions">Why Managing Your Money Starts With Your Emotions</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/how-to-plan-big-expenditures">How to Plan Your Big Expenditures for the Year</a></li>
</ul>

6 tips to help you beat the high prices & save on your back-to-school shopping this year

6 tips to help you save on back-to-school shopping this year!

A new survey shows many of us are paying more to travel due to hidden travel fees.

PennyWise Podcast host Teri Barr is talking with Sam Kemmis, travel expert with NerdWallet, to learn what to look to uncover these fees.

Sam also shares some unique tips and tricks to help you avoid these extra costs to save money.

More from Sam at NerdWallet:
Family Travel Insurance Might Save Your 2022 Trip Budget
Remember: Travel Prices Usually Fall in September
What the Strong Dollar Means for Summer Travel
The Worst Hidden Travel Fees: How to Avoid Them
Travel Price Tracker: July 2022
Europe in 2022: A Budget Destination?

A new survey shows many of us are paying more to travel due to hidden travel fees.
PennyWise Podcast host <a href="https://twitter.com/TeriBarrMedia">Teri Barr</a> is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/author/sam-kemmis">Sam Kemmis</a>, travel expert with NerdWallet, to learn what to look to uncover these fees.
Sam also shares some unique tips and tricks to help you avoid these extra costs to save money.
More from Sam at NerdWallet:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/travel/family-travel-insurance">Family Travel Insurance Might Save Your 2022 Trip Budget</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/travel/dont-forget-travel-prices-usually-fall-in-september">Remember: Travel Prices Usually Fall in September</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/travel/what-the-strong-dollar-means-for-summer-travel">What the Strong Dollar Means for Summer Travel</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/travel/the-worst-hidden-travel-fees-and-how-to-avoid-them">The Worst Hidden Travel Fees: How to Avoid Them</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/travel/travel-price-tracker">Travel Price Tracker: July 2022</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/travel/europe-as-a-budget-friendly-travel-option-its-true-in-2022">Europe in 2022: A Budget Destination?</a></li>
</ul>

Sticker prices can be misleading. Learn how to avoid 3 of the worst hidden travel fees on the latest PennyWise podcast!

3 of the worst hidden travel fees and how to avoid them

If you are trying to find different or extra ways to save money, there's an old option that's making a comeback right now.

PennyWise host Teri Barr is talking with Chanelle Bessette, a Personal Finance Expert with NerdWallet, to learn how a savings circle or money pool may work for you. They also share the top four rules to follow to get this idea underway.

Previous Pennywise episodes featuring Chanelle:


What the Increase in the Federal Interest Rate Means for You and Your Money
Four of five Americans are choosing to reallocate their savings

More from Chanelle at NerdWallet:


8 Best Banks for Overdrafts


What Is Regulation E and How Does It Impact Your Bank Account?


How to Save More When Inflation Makes Your Money Count Less


Varo vs. Chime: Which Is Better for You?

If you are trying to find different or extra ways to save money, there's an old option that's making a comeback right now.
PennyWise host <a href="https://twitter.com/TeriBarrMedia">Teri Barr</a> is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/author/chanelle-bessette">Chanelle Bessette</a>, a Personal Finance Expert with NerdWallet, to learn how a savings circle or money pool may work for you. They also share the top four rules to follow to get this idea underway.
Previous Pennywise episodes featuring Chanelle:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">
<a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/what-the-increase-in-the-federal-interest-rate-mea">What the Increase in the Federal Interest Rate Means for You and Your Money</a>
</li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/four-of-five-americans-are-choosing-to-reallocate">Four of five Americans are choosing to reallocate their savings</a></li>
</ul>
More from Chanelle at NerdWallet:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">
<a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/best/banking/best-banks-for-overdrafts">8 Best Banks for Overdrafts</a>
</li>
<li aria-level="1">
<a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/banking/what-is-regulation-e-and-how-does-it-impact-your-bank-account">What Is Regulation E and How Does It Impact Your Bank Account?</a>
</li>
<li aria-level="1">
<a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/banking/how-to-save-more-when-inflation-makes-your-money-count-less">How to Save More When Inflation Makes Your Money Count Less</a>
</li>
<li aria-level="1">
<a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/banking/varo-vs-chime-which-is-better-for-you">Varo vs. Chime: Which Is Better for You?</a>
</li>
</ul>

Looking for a different way to save money? 4 rules for starting your own savings circle

Have you checked your credit card interest rate lately? Since credit cards are a type of variable-rate financing, and interest rates are on the rise, your credit card debt is getting a lot more expensive this year!

Host Teri Barr is talking with Sara Rathner, a Credit Card Expert with NerdWallet, to learn more about the direct impact interest rate increases have on  credit cards. They also discuss five steps you can take to pay off your credit card.

Previous Pennywise episodes featuring Sara:
How to manage credit card debt with inflation and rising interest rates
How to save at the pump with these 4 simple tips!
How to protect yourself from debt collectors using this new tactic

More from Sara at NerdWallet:
Getting Therapy When Cost and Access Are a Barrier
Using Credit Card Points at Checkout Has Become Too Easy

Have you checked your credit card interest rate lately? Since credit cards are a type of variable-rate financing, and interest rates are on the rise, your credit card debt is getting a lot more expensive this year!
Host<a href="https://twitter.com/teribarrmedia"> Teri Barr</a> is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/author/sara-rathner">Sara Rathner</a>, a Credit Card Expert with NerdWallet, to learn more about the direct impact interest rate increases have on  credit cards. They also discuss five steps you can take to pay off your credit card.
Previous Pennywise episodes featuring Sara:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/how-to-manage-your-credit-card-debt-in-the-face-of">How to manage credit card debt with inflation and rising interest rates</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/how-to-save-at-the-pump-with-these-4-simple-tips">How to save at the pump with these 4 simple tips!</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/how-to-protect-yourself-from-debt-collectors-using">How to protect yourself from debt collectors using this new tactic</a></li>
</ul>
More from Sara at NerdWallet:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/getting-therapy-when-cost-and-access-are-a-barrier?trk_channel=web&amp;trk_copy=Getting%20Therapy%20When%20Cost%20and%20Access%20Are%20a%20Barrier&amp;trk_element=hyperlink&amp;trk_elementPosition=0&amp;trk_location=PostList&amp;trk_subLocation=tiles">Getting Therapy When Cost and Access Are a Barrier</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/using-credit-card-points-at-checkout-has-become-too-easy?trk_channel=web&amp;trk_copy=Using%20Credit%20Card%20Points%20at%20Checkout%20Has%20Become%20Too%20Easy&amp;trk_element=hyperlink&amp;trk_elementPosition=2&amp;trk_location=PostList&amp;trk_subLocation=tiles">Using Credit Card Points at Checkout Has Become Too Easy</a></li>
</ul>

With credit card interest rates on the rise, your debt is getting a lot more expensive this year! Learn more about the direct impact interest rate increases, plus steps you can take to pay off your credit!

5 tips to help tackle higher credit card interest rates

It's time for some summer fun. But if you are thinking about adding big fun in the form of a recreational vehicle or boat, there are three big financial considerations: the price of oil and gas are up, interest rates on your loan are up, and those added costs like storage, insurance and maintenance.

Host Teri Barr is talking with Annie Millerbernd, a Personal Loans Expert with NerdWallet, to learn about the different options to pay for your new Summer toy. They also discuss the "extras," things like storage and insurance, and why you need to add these items to your considerations list. 

Previous Pennywise episodes featuring Annie:
Pay Later Services? Myths and truths explained!

More from Annie at NerdWallet:
How to Finance Solar Panels
New Laws, Lenders Boost Access to Affordable Small Loans


How to Finance a Swimming Pool

It's time for some summer fun. But if you are thinking about adding big fun in the form of a recreational vehicle or boat, there are three big financial considerations: the price of oil and gas are up, interest rates on your loan are up, and those added costs like storage, insurance and maintenance.
Host <a href="https://twitter.com/teribarrmedia">Teri Barr</a> is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/author/annie-millerbernd">Annie Millerbernd</a>, a Personal Loans Expert with NerdWallet, to learn about the different options to pay for your new Summer toy. They also discuss the "extras," things like storage and insurance, and why you need to add these items to your considerations list. 
Previous Pennywise episodes featuring Annie:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/pay-later-services-myths-and-truths-explained">Pay Later Services? Myths and truths explained!</a></li>
</ul>
More from Annie at NerdWallet:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/loans/personal-loans/solar-panel-financing?trk_channel=web&amp;trk_copy=How%20to%20Finance%20Solar%20Panels&amp;trk_element=hyperlink&amp;trk_elementPosition=0&amp;trk_location=PostList&amp;trk_subLocation=tiles">How to Finance Solar Panels</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/loans/personal-loans/find-affordable-small-dollar-loans?trk_channel=web&amp;trk_copy=New%20Laws%2C%20Lenders%20Boost%20Access%20to%20Affordable%20Small%20Loans&amp;trk_element=hyperlink&amp;trk_elementPosition=1&amp;trk_location=PostList&amp;trk_subLocation=tiles">New Laws, Lenders Boost Access to Affordable Small Loans</a></li>
<li>
<a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/loans/personal-loans/find-affordable-small-dollar-loans?trk_channel=web&amp;trk_copy=New%20Laws%2C%20Lenders%20Boost%20Access%20to%20Affordable%20Small%20Loans&amp;trk_element=hyperlink&amp;trk_elementPosition=1&amp;trk_location=PostList&amp;trk_subLocation=tiles"></a><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/loans/personal-loans/swimming-pool-financing?trk_channel=web&amp;trk_copy=How%20to%20Finance%20a%20Swimming%20Pool&amp;trk_element=hyperlink&amp;trk_elementPosition=2&amp;trk_location=PostList&amp;trk_subLocation=tiles">How to Finance a Swimming Pool</a>
</li>
</ul>

Thinking about big summer fun in the form of an RV or boat? There are three big financial considerations, especially right now.

Thinking about buying a boat or RV? Here is what you should consider

If you are still in the market to buy a house, you probably know interest rates are increasing sharply.

Host Teri Barr is talking with Kate Wood, a Mortgage Expert with NerdWallet, to learn how we got here and why it's important.

Kate also discusses what could happen next, and if you still want to buy a home, she has a few ideas to consider when you lock in your rate

Previous Pennywise episodes featuring Kate:
Proposed Changes to Medicare and How They Could Impact You

More from Kate at NerdWallet:
Fed Hoists Key Interest Rate as Mortgage Rates Reach New Heights
What Are Real Estate Agent Networks?
What Does a Real Estate Agent Do?

If you are still in the market to buy a house, you probably know interest rates are increasing sharply.
Host <a href="https://twitter.com/teribarrmedia">Teri Barr</a> is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/author/kate-wood">Kate Wood</a>, a Mortgage Expert with NerdWallet, to learn how we got here and why it's important.
Kate also discusses what could happen next, and if you still want to buy a home, she has a few ideas to consider when you lock in your rate
Previous Pennywise episodes featuring Kate:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/proposed-changes-to-medicare-and-how-they-could-im">Proposed Changes to Medicare and How They Could Impact You</a></li>
</ul>
More from Kate at NerdWallet:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/mortgages/federal-reserve-75-basis-points-june">Fed Hoists Key Interest Rate as Mortgage Rates Reach New Heights</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/mortgages/what-are-real-estate-agent-networks">What Are Real Estate Agent Networks?</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/mortgages/what-does-a-real-estate-agent-do">What Does a Real Estate Agent Do?</a></li>
</ul>

Interest rates are increasing sharply. Learn how we got here, why it's important, and what could happen next.

Will interest rates go up again? What to do if you are a homebuyer

Are high prices and inflation taking a big bite out of your budget? Why not make some extra cash (or go hunt for bargains) at a summer yard sale!

Host Teri Barr is talking with Certified Financial Planner Liz Weston from NerdWallet to learn why it can be worth your time to hold a yard sale.

She also shares how these types of sales have changed, along with the three biggest tips to be sure your sale will be a success.

Previous Pennywise episodes featuring Liz:
How to Prioritize Your Debt Payments... Now!

More from Liz at NerdWallet:
How to Make More Green at Your Next Yard Sale
How to Understand and Reduce Taxes When Selling Your Home
Dealing With Death? There’s an App for That
You Can Tweak Your Tech Settings to Protect Your Privacy

Are high prices and inflation taking a big bite out of your budget? Why not make some extra cash (or go hunt for bargains) at a summer yard sale!
Host <a href="https://twitter.com/teribarrmedia">Teri Barr</a> is talking with Certified Financial Planner <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/author/liz-weston-cfp">Liz Weston</a> from NerdWallet to learn why it can be worth your time to hold a yard sale.
She also shares how these types of sales have changed, along with the three biggest tips to be sure your sale will be a success.
Previous Pennywise episodes featuring Liz:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/how-to-prioritize-your-debt-payments-now">How to Prioritize Your Debt Payments... Now!</a></li>
</ul>
More from Liz at NerdWallet:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/how-to-make-more-green-at-your-next-yard-sale?trk_channel=web&amp;trk_copy=How%20to%20Make%20More%20Green%20at%20Your%20Next%20Yard%20Sale&amp;trk_element=hyperlink&amp;trk_elementPosition=0&amp;trk_location=PostList&amp;trk_subLocation=tiles">How to Make More Green at Your Next Yard Sale</a><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/kids-banking-app-greenlight-to-launch-family-cash-card-for-parents?trk_channel=web&amp;trk_copy=Kids%E2%80%99%20Banking%20App%20Greenlight%20to%20Launch%20Family%20Cash%20Card%20for%20Parents&amp;trk_element=hyperlink&amp;trk_elementPosition=2&amp;trk_location=PostList&amp;trk_subLocation=tiles"></a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/how-to-understand-and-reduce-taxes-when-selling-your-home?trk_channel=web&amp;trk_copy=How%20to%20Understand%20and%20Reduce%20Taxes%20When%20Selling%20Your%20Home&amp;trk_element=hyperlink&amp;trk_elementPosition=2&amp;trk_location=PostList&amp;trk_subLocation=tiles">How to Understand and Reduce Taxes When Selling Your Home</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/dealing-with-death-theres-an-app-for-that?trk_channel=web&amp;trk_copy=Dealing%20With%20Death%3F%20There%E2%80%99s%20an%20App%20for%20That&amp;trk_element=hyperlink&amp;trk_elementPosition=0&amp;trk_location=PostList&amp;trk_subLocation=tiles">Dealing With Death? There&rsquo;s an App for That</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/you-can-tweak-your-tech-settings-to-protect-your-privacy?trk_channel=web&amp;trk_copy=You%20Can%20Tweak%20Your%20Tech%20Settings%20to%20Protect%20Your%20Privacy&amp;trk_element=hyperlink&amp;trk_elementPosition=1&amp;trk_location=PostList&amp;trk_subLocation=tiles">You Can Tweak Your Tech Settings to Protect Your Privacy</a></li>
</ul>

Want to make some extra cash with a summer yard sale? These tips will help make sure your sale will be a success!

Need extra cash this summer? Try these proven yard sale tips for 2022!

Is your savings account adding up in the way you'd like right now? A new banking study shows four of five Americans are choosing to reallocate their savings.

Host Teri Barr is talking with Chanelle Bessette, a Banking Expert with NerdWallet, to learn more about the study, the trends it reveals, and a few signs to keep an eye on if you are considering other savings options.

Previous Pennywise episodes featuring Chanelle:
What the Increase in the Federal Interest Rate Means for You and Your Money

The latest from Chanelle
Hope Credit Union Review: Savings, Checking and CDs
How to Save More When Inflation Makes Your Money Count Less
Varo vs. Chime: Which Is Better for You?

Is your savings account adding up in the way you'd like right now? A new banking study shows four of five Americans are choosing to reallocate their savings.
Host Teri Barr is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/author/chanelle-bessette">Chanelle Bessette</a>, a Banking Expert with NerdWallet, to learn more about the study, the trends it reveals, and a few signs to keep an eye on if you are considering other savings options.
Previous Pennywise episodes featuring Chanelle:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/what-the-increase-in-the-federal-interest-rate-mea">What the Increase in the Federal Interest Rate Means for You and Your Money</a></li>
</ul>
The latest from Chanelle
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/reviews/banking/hope-credit-union?trk_channel=web&amp;trk_copy=Hope%20Credit%20Union%20Review%3A%20Savings%2C%20Checking%20and%20CDs&amp;trk_element=hyperlink&amp;trk_elementPosition=0&amp;trk_location=PostList&amp;trk_subLocation=tiles" aria-describedby="structured-content-client-5-1" data-currency="Card">Hope Credit Union Review: Savings, Checking and CDs</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/banking/how-to-save-more-when-inflation-makes-your-money-count-less?trk_channel=web&amp;trk_copy=How%20to%20Save%20More%20When%20Inflation%20Makes%20Your%20Money%20Count%20Less&amp;trk_element=hyperlink&amp;trk_elementPosition=1&amp;trk_location=PostList&amp;trk_subLocation=tiles" aria-describedby="structured-content-client-5-2" data-currency="Card">How to Save More When Inflation Makes Your Money Count Less</a><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/banking/varo-vs-chime-which-is-better-for-you?trk_channel=web&amp;trk_copy=Varo%20vs.%20Chime%3A%20Which%20Is%20Better%20for%20You%3F&amp;trk_element=hyperlink&amp;trk_elementPosition=2&amp;trk_location=PostList&amp;trk_subLocation=tiles" aria-describedby="structured-content-client-5-3" data-currency="Card"></a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/banking/varo-vs-chime-which-is-better-for-you?trk_channel=web&amp;trk_copy=Varo%20vs.%20Chime%3A%20Which%20Is%20Better%20for%20You%3F&amp;trk_element=hyperlink&amp;trk_elementPosition=2&amp;trk_location=PostList&amp;trk_subLocation=tiles" aria-describedby="structured-content-client-5-3" data-currency="Card">Varo vs. Chime: Which Is Better for You?</a></li>
</ul>

A new banking study shows four of five Americans are choosing to reallocate their savings. Learn about the trends it reveals and a few signs to keep an eye on.

Four of five Americans are choosing to reallocate their savings

Grocery costs are up by 10% in the last year and there's no sign prices will go down anytime soon.

Host Teri Barr is talking with Kimberly Palmer, a personal finance expert with NerdWallet, to get some ideas you can try right now to help you save on your food budget.

Previous Pennywise episodes featuring Kimberly:
Worried about interest rate increases? Try these quick money-saving tips!
Going to any weddings? Here are tips to keep your costs down! 
5 easy steps to strengthen your finances for Financial Literacy Month! 
Four great tips for buying used cars online.
Environmentally conscious updates and your tax credits!

The latest from Kimberly
How to Deal With Rising Prices and Interest Rates
To Fight Inflation, Take Down Food Expenses
Spring-Clean Your Finances With Some Automation
How to Put Your Tax Refund to Work for You

Grocery costs are up by 10% in the last year and there's no sign prices will go down anytime soon.
Host <a href="https://twitter.com/teribarrmedia">Teri Barr</a> is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/author/kimberly-palmer">Kimberly Palmer</a>, a personal finance expert with NerdWallet, to get some ideas you can try right now to help you save on your food budget.
Previous Pennywise episodes featuring Kimberly:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/worried-about-interest-rate-increases-try-these-qu">Worried about interest rate increases? Try these quick money-saving tips!</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/going-to-any-weddings-in-2022-heres-how-to-keep-yo">Going to any weddings? Here are tips to keep your costs down! </a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/5-easy-steps-to-strengthen-your-finances-for-finan">5 easy steps to strengthen your finances for Financial Literacy Month! </a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/four-great-tips-for-buying-used-cars-online">Four great tips for buying used cars online.</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/environmentally-conscious-updates-and-your-tax-cre">Environmentally conscious updates and your tax credits!</a></li>
</ul>
The latest from Kimberly
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/how-to-deal-with-rising-prices-and-interest-rates">How to Deal With Rising Prices and Interest Rates</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/to-fight-inflation-take-down-food-expenses">To Fight Inflation, Take Down Food Expenses</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/spring-clean-your-finances-with-some-automation">Spring-Clean Your Finances With Some Automation</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/how-to-put-your-tax-refund-to-work-for-you">How to Put Your Tax Refund to Work for You</a></li>
</ul>

6 steps you can take to control your food budget

If you are concerned about the continuing increase in the interest rate, there are some steps you can take to save money.

Host Teri Barr is talking with Kimberly Palmer, a Personal Finance Expert with NerdWallet, to get some quick money-saving tips you can use right now.

Previous Pennywise episodes featuring Kimberly:
Going to any weddings? Here are tips to keep your costs down! 
5 easy steps to strengthen your finances for Financial Literacy Month! 
Four great tips for buying used cars online.
Environmentally conscious updates and your tax credits!

The latest from Kimberly
To Fight Inflation, Take Down Food Expenses
Spring-Clean Your Finances With Some Automation
How to Put Your Tax Refund to Work for You

If you are concerned about the continuing increase in the interest rate, there are some steps you can take to save money.
Host Teri Barr is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/author/kimberly-palmer">Kimberly Palmer</a>, a Personal Finance Expert with NerdWallet, to get some quick money-saving tips you can use right now.
Previous Pennywise episodes featuring Kimberly:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/going-to-any-weddings-in-2022-heres-how-to-keep-yo">Going to any weddings? Here are tips to keep your costs down! </a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/5-easy-steps-to-strengthen-your-finances-for-finan">5 easy steps to strengthen your finances for Financial Literacy Month! </a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/four-great-tips-for-buying-used-cars-online">Four great tips for buying used cars online.</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/environmentally-conscious-updates-and-your-tax-cre">Environmentally conscious updates and your tax credits!</a></li>
</ul>
The latest from Kimberly
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/to-fight-inflation-take-down-food-expenses">To Fight Inflation, Take Down Food Expenses</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/spring-clean-your-finances-with-some-automation">Spring-Clean Your Finances With Some Automation</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/how-to-put-your-tax-refund-to-work-for-you">How to Put Your Tax Refund to Work for You</a></li>
</ul>

Concerned about the continuing increase in the interest rate? We've got some steps you can take to save money!

Worried about interest rate increases? Try these quick money-saving tips!

The Summer Wedding Season is just ahead and a new survey shows that it's going to be a busy and expensive year. Can you attend and keep your finances in check?

Host Teri Barr is talking with Kimberly Palmer, a Personal Finance Expert with NerdWallet, to dive deeper into the surprising results of the survey, while also learning some ways to keep your costs down if you plan to attend any weddings in 2022.

Previous Pennywise episodes featuring Kimberly:
Environmentally conscious updates and your tax credits!

The latest from Kimberly at NerdWallet:
To Fight Inflation, Take Down Food Expenses
Spring-Clean Your Finances With Some Automation
How to Put Your Tax Refund to Work for You

The Summer Wedding Season is just ahead and a new survey shows that it's going to be a busy and expensive year. Can you attend and keep your finances in check?
Host <a href="https://twitter.com/TeriBarrMedia">Teri Barr</a> is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/author/kimberly-palmer">Kimberly Palmer</a>, a Personal Finance Expert with NerdWallet, to dive deeper into the surprising results of the survey, while also learning some ways to keep your costs down if you plan to attend any weddings in 2022.
Previous Pennywise episodes featuring Kimberly:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/environmentally-conscious-updates-and-your-tax-cre">Environmentally conscious updates and your tax credits!</a></li>
</ul>
The latest from Kimberly at NerdWallet:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/to-fight-inflation-take-down-food-expenses?trk_channel=web&amp;trk_copy=To%20Fight%20Inflation%2C%20Take%20Down%20Food%20Expenses&amp;trk_element=hyperlink&amp;trk_elementPosition=0&amp;trk_location=PostList&amp;trk_subLocation=tiles">To Fight Inflation, Take Down Food Expenses</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/spring-clean-your-finances-with-some-automation?trk_channel=web&amp;trk_copy=Spring-Clean%20Your%20Finances%20With%20Some%20Automation&amp;trk_element=hyperlink&amp;trk_elementPosition=1&amp;trk_location=PostList&amp;trk_subLocation=tiles">Spring-Clean Your Finances With Some Automation</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/how-to-put-your-tax-refund-to-work-for-you?trk_channel=web&amp;trk_copy=How%20to%20Put%20Your%20Tax%20Refund%20to%20Work%20for%20You&amp;trk_element=hyperlink&amp;trk_elementPosition=2&amp;trk_location=PostList&amp;trk_subLocation=tiles">How to Put Your Tax Refund to Work for You</a></li>
</ul>

Learn some helpful ways to keep your costs down if you plan to attend any weddings in 2022.

Going to any weddings? Here are tips to keep your costs down!

A legacy investing brand just announced it will offer access to cryptocurrency as a choice for your 401(k) retirement account. It's exciting news for some, but what could it mean for you?

Host Teri Barr is talking with Alana Benson, investing Writer for NerdWallet, to get a better understanding about this possible choice, when it could happen, and what you may want to consider before you decide to add Crypto to your retirement investment account.

Previous Pennywise episodes featuring Alana:
Environmentally conscious updates and your tax credits!

More from Alana at NerdWallet:
What Are Meme Stocks?
What Is Halal Investing?
Is It Too Late to Start Investing? 
 How My Fiancé and I Reconciled Our Relationships With Money
Is Trading Employee Equity a Good Idea?
How to Invest in Cryptocurrency Without Buying Any

A legacy investing brand just announced it will offer access to cryptocurrency as a choice for your 401(k) retirement account. It's exciting news for some, but what could it mean for you?
Host <a href="https://twitter.com/TeriBarrMedia">Teri Barr</a> is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/author/abenson/">Alana Benson</a>, investing Writer for NerdWallet, to get a better understanding about this possible choice, when it could happen, and what you may want to consider before you decide to add Crypto to your retirement investment account.
Previous Pennywise episodes featuring Alana:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/environmentally-conscious-updates-and-your-tax-cre">Environmentally conscious updates and your tax credits!</a></li>
</ul>
More from Alana at NerdWallet:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/investing/meme-stocks">What Are Meme Stocks?</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/investing/halal-investing">What Is Halal Investing?</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/investing/is-it-too-late-to-start-investing">Is It Too Late to Start Investing?&nbsp;</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/investing/how-to-talk-money-with-your-partner"> How My Fianc&eacute; and I Reconciled Our Relationships With Money</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/investing/employee-equity">Is Trading Employee Equity a Good Idea?</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/investing/invest-without-crypto">How to Invest in Cryptocurrency Without Buying Any</a><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/investing/green-bonds"></a></li>
</ul>

A legacy investing brand just announced it will offer access to Cryptocurrency as a choice for your 401-K retirement account. It's exciting news for some, but what could it mean for you?

Is cryptocurrency right for your 401(k)?

A new report shows credit card debt has been on the decline. But could rising interest rates and inflation upend the better money habits you may have built?

Host Teri Barr is talking with Sara Rathner, a personal finance expert at NerdWallet, to learn what to expect in the months ahead.

Sara also shares a few ideas you can take action on right now to manage your credit card debt during big fluctuations in the economy.

Previous Pennywise episodes featuring Sara:
High gas prices have you down? Try these 4 simple tips to save at the pump! 
How to protect yourself from debt collectors using this new tactic
Ready for Spring Break? Things to consider before booking vacations in 2022
Financial Resolutions: Tips for Better Budgeting in 2022
Life after Debt? How to Manage Debt so it Stops Managing You!
Ten Things a Digital Wallet can do to Simplify Your Finances
Money and Your Emotions: How to Make Your Values Your Spending Guide

More from Sara at NerdWallet:
How Millennials Can Take Their Money Beyond the Basics
Revamped PayPal Cashback Card Will Earn 3% on Purchases Via PayPal
Forget the Fed, Pay Off Your Credit Card Debt
How to Avoid Credit Card Interest — or at Least Reduce It 
How One-Income Couples Can Remain Equals

A new report shows credit card debt has been on the decline. But could rising interest rates and inflation upend the better money habits you may have built?
Host <a href="https://twitter.com/TeriBarrMedia">Teri Barr</a> is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/author/srathner/">Sara Rathner</a>, a personal finance expert at <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/">NerdWallet</a>, to learn what to expect in the months ahead.
Sara also shares a few ideas you can take action on right now to manage your credit card debt during big fluctuations in the economy.
Previous Pennywise episodes featuring Sara:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/how-to-save-at-the-pump-with-these-4-simple-tips">High gas prices have you down? Try these 4 simple tips to save at the pump!&nbsp;</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/how-to-protect-yourself-from-debt-collectors-using">How to protect yourself from debt collectors using this new tactic</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/ready-for-spring-break-things-to-consider-before-b">Ready for Spring Break? Things to consider before booking vacations in 2022</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/financial-resolutions-tips-for-better-budgeting-in">Financial Resolutions: Tips for Better Budgeting in 2022</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/life-after-debt-how-to-manage-debt-so-it-stops-man">Life after Debt? How to Manage Debt so it Stops Managing You!</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/ten-things-a-digital-wallet-can-do-to-simplify-you">Ten Things a Digital Wallet can do to Simplify Your Finances</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/money-and-your-emotions-how-to-make-your-values-yo">Money and Your Emotions: How to Make Your Values Your Spending Guide</a></li>
</ul>
More from Sara at NerdWallet:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/millennials-take-your-money-beyond-the-basics">How Millennials Can Take Their Money Beyond the Basics</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/paypal-cashback-mastercard-boosts-the-rewards-when-you-check-out-with-paypal">Revamped PayPal Cashback Card Will Earn 3% on Purchases Via PayPal</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/forget-the-fed-pay-off-your-credit-card-debt">Forget the Fed, Pay Off Your Credit Card Debt</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/how-to-avoid-credit-card-interest">How to Avoid Credit Card Interest &mdash; or at Least Reduce It&nbsp;</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/how-one-income-couples-can-remain-equals">How One-Income Couples Can Remain Equals</a></li>
</ul>

Credit card debt has been on the decline, but could rising interest rates and inflation upend the better money habits you may have built? A personal finance expert tells us what to expect in the months ahead.

How to manage credit card debt with inflation and rising interest rates

Did you know April is Financial Literacy Month? Host Teri Barr is talking with Kimberly Palmer, Personal Finance Expert with NerdWallet, to learn why it's a good time to start caring about your financial health!

Kick off Financial Literacy Month by taking this quick quiz to evaluate your current financial literacy awareness:

https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/financial-literacy/ 

Then, listen as Kimberly also walks us through 5 easy and smart steps to manage your money while finding ways to make the process fun, too.

Previous Pennywise episodes featuring Kimberly:
5 Simple Steps to Start Filling Your Budgeting Gaps Today (May 6, 2021)
How Video Games Can Level Up Kids’ Money Skills (Sep 15, 2021)
Five End of Year Financial Tasks You should Tackle Right Now (Oct 21, 2021
Five Quick Tips to Help You Save Money this Holiday Season (Nov 4, 2021
Four great tips for buying used cars online (Feb 28, 2022)

More from Kimberly at NerdWallet:
Spring-Clean Your Finances With Some Automation (April 7, 2022)
How to Put Your Tax Refund to Work for You (March 10, 2022)
The Most Romantic Money Moves You Can Make (Feb. 10, 2022)

Did you know April is Financial Literacy Month? Host <a href="https://twitter.com/TeriBarrMedia">Teri Barr</a> is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/author/kpalmernerdwallet-com/">Kimberly Palmer</a>, Personal Finance Expert with NerdWallet, to learn why it's a good time to start caring about your financial health!
Kick off Financial Literacy Month by taking this quick quiz to evaluate your current financial literacy awareness:
<a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/financial-literacy/">https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/financial-literacy/ </a>
Then, listen as Kimberly also walks us through 5 easy and smart steps to manage your money while finding ways to make the process fun, too.
Previous Pennywise episodes featuring Kimberly:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/5-simple-steps-to-start-filling-your-budgeting-gap">5 Simple Steps to Start Filling Your Budgeting Gaps Today</a> (May 6, 2021)</li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/how-video-games-can-level-up-kids-money-skills">How Video Games Can Level Up Kids&rsquo; Money Skills</a> (Sep 15, 2021)</li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/five-end-of-year-financial-tasks-you-should-tackle">Five End of Year Financial Tasks You should Tackle Right Now</a> (Oct 21, 2021</li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/five-quick-tips-to-help-you-save-money-this-holida">Five Quick Tips to Help You Save Money this Holiday Season</a> (Nov 4, 2021</li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/four-great-tips-for-buying-used-cars-online">Four great tips for buying used cars online</a> (Feb 28, 2022)</li>
</ul>
More from Kimberly at NerdWallet:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/spring-clean-your-finances-with-some-automation">Spring-Clean Your Finances With Some Automation</a> (April 7, 2022)</li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/how-to-put-your-tax-refund-to-work-for-you">How to Put Your Tax Refund to Work for You</a> (March 10, 2022)</li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/the-most-romantic-money-moves-you-can-make">The Most Romantic Money Moves You Can Make</a> (Feb. 10, 2022)</li>
</ul>

Celebrate Financial Literacy Month with these five easy and smart steps to manage your money while finding ways to make the process fun, too.

5 easy steps to strengthen your finances for Financial Literacy Month!

Are you feeling like you should change your upcoming travel plans due to the increasing cost of gas?

Host Teri Barr is talking with Sara Rathner, Personal Finance Expert with NerdWallet, to learn about some of the simple things you can do to keep more of your money in your pocket.

Sara includes a smart strategy around both your buying and driving to help you save on gas right now.

Previous Pennywise episodes featuring Sara:
Money and your emotions: how to make your values your spending guide
Ten things a digital wallet can do to simplify your finances
Life after debt? How to manage debt so it stops managing you! 
Financial resolutions: Tips for better budgeting in 2022
Ready for spring break? Things to consider before booking vacations in 2022
How to protect yourself from debt collectors using this new tactic

More from Sara at NerdWallet:
New Bread Cashback AmEx Credit Card: 2% Back on Everything (April 13, 2022)
5 Things to Know About the Prosper Card (April 11, 2022)
How Millennials Can Take Their Money Beyond the Basics (April 11, 2022) 
Forget the Fed, Pay Off Your Credit Card Debt (March 31, 2022)
What Is a Virtual Credit Card Number? (March 15, 2022)

Are you feeling like you should change your upcoming travel plans due to the increasing cost of gas?
Host <a href="https://twitter.com/teribarrmedia">Teri Barr</a> is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/author/srathner/">Sara Rathner</a>, Personal Finance Expert with NerdWallet, to learn about some of the simple things you can do to keep more of your money in your pocket.
Sara includes a smart strategy around both your buying and driving to help you save on gas right now.
Previous Pennywise episodes featuring Sara:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/money-and-your-emotions-how-to-make-your-values-yo">Money and your emotions: how to make your values your spending guide</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/ten-things-a-digital-wallet-can-do-to-simplify-you">Ten things a digital wallet can do to simplify your finances</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/life-after-debt-how-to-manage-debt-so-it-stops-man">Life after debt? How to manage debt so it stops managing you! </a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/financial-resolutions-tips-for-better-budgeting-in">Financial resolutions: Tips for better budgeting in 2022</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/ready-for-spring-break-things-to-consider-before-b">Ready for spring break? Things to consider before booking vacations in 2022</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/how-to-protect-yourself-from-debt-collectors-using">How to protect yourself from debt collectors using this new tactic</a></li>
</ul>
More from Sara at NerdWallet:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/bread-cashback-american-express-credit-card-launches">New Bread Cashback AmEx Credit Card: 2% Back on Everything</a> (April 13, 2022)</li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/prosper-card">5 Things to Know About the Prosper Card</a> (April 11, 2022)</li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/millennials-take-your-money-beyond-the-basics">How Millennials Can Take Their Money Beyond the Basics</a> (April 11, 2022)&nbsp;</li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/forget-the-fed-pay-off-your-credit-card-debt">Forget the Fed, Pay Off Your Credit Card Debt</a> (March 31, 2022)</li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/what-is-a-virtual-credit-card-number">What Is a Virtual Credit Card Number?</a> (March 15, 2022)</li>
</ul>

Feeling that pinch at the pump? Here are some simple things you can do to keep more of your money in your pocket!

High gas prices have you down? Try these 4 simple tips to save at the pump!

Host Teri Barr is talking with Alana Benson, an Investing Writer with NerdWallet, to learn which "green" updates like solar panels, geothermal heat pumps, and electric vehicles, may make you eligible for tax credits to offset your investment.

Alana breaks down the green practices that will typically qualify and why it can really be beneficial to your bottom line.

Read more from Alana Benson at NerdWallet:
Is It Too Late to Start Investing?
How My Fiance and I Reconciled Our Relationships With Money
Is Trading Employee Equity a Good Idea?
How to Invest in Cryptocurrency Without Buying Any
Green Bonds: What They Are and How to Invest 

Host Teri Barr is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/author/abenson/">Alana Benson</a>, an Investing Writer with NerdWallet, to learn which "green" updates like solar panels, geothermal heat pumps, and electric vehicles, may make you eligible for tax credits to offset your investment.
Alana breaks down the green practices that will typically qualify and why it can really be beneficial to your bottom line.
Read more from Alana Benson at NerdWallet:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/investing/is-it-too-late-to-start-investing">Is It Too Late to Start Investing?</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/investing/how-to-talk-money-with-your-partner">How My Fiance and I Reconciled Our Relationships With Money</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/investing/employee-equity">Is Trading Employee Equity a Good Idea?</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/investing/invest-without-crypto">How to Invest in Cryptocurrency Without Buying Any</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/investing/green-bonds">Green Bonds: What They Are and How to Invest&nbsp;</a><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/ten-things-a-digital-wallet-can-do-to-simplify-you"></a></li>
</ul>

Learn about environmentally conscious "green" updates and discover which ones are eligible for tax credits that offset your investment!

Environmentally conscious updates and your tax credits!

Did you know some new rules allow debt collectors to use a different tactic to contact you? Host Teri Barr is talking with Sara Rathner, Personal Finance Expert with NerdWallet, to learn what you can do to protect yourself and your money.

Sara also shares information about consumer's rights and how to know if you are actually being scammed.

Read more from Sara Rathner at NerdWallet:
Forget the Fed, Pay Off Your Credit Card Debt
What Is a Virtual Credit Card Number?
How to Avoid Credit Card Interest — or at Least Reduce It
How One-Income Couples Can Remain Equals
5 Quirky Credit Cards That Actually Exist

More episodes featuring Sara Rathner:
Money and your emotions: how to make your values your spending guide
Life after debt? How to manage debt so it stops managing you
Financial resolutions: tips for better budgeting in 2022
Ready for spring break? Things to consider before booking vacations in 2022
Ten things a digital wallet can do to simplify your finances

Did you know some new rules allow debt collectors to use a different tactic to contact you? Host <a href="https://twitter.com/TeriBarrMedia">Teri Barr</a> is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/author/srathner/">Sara Rathner</a>, Personal Finance Expert with NerdWallet, to learn what you can do to protect yourself and your money.
Sara also shares information about consumer's rights and how to know if you are actually being scammed.
Read more from Sara Rathner at NerdWallet:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/forget-the-fed-pay-off-your-credit-card-debt">Forget the Fed, Pay Off Your Credit Card Debt</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/what-is-a-virtual-credit-card-number">What Is a Virtual Credit Card Number?</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/how-to-avoid-credit-card-interest">How to Avoid Credit Card Interest &mdash; or at Least Reduce It</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/how-one-income-couples-can-remain-equals">How One-Income Couples Can Remain Equals</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/unusual-credit-cards-that-you-can-actually-get">5 Quirky Credit Cards That Actually Exist</a></li>
</ul>
More episodes featuring Sara Rathner:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/money-and-your-emotions-how-to-make-your-values-yo">Money and your emotions: how to make your values your spending guide</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/life-after-debt-how-to-manage-debt-so-it-stops-man">Life after debt? How to manage debt so it stops managing you</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/financial-resolutions-tips-for-better-budgeting-in">Financial resolutions: tips for better budgeting in 2022</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/ready-for-spring-break-things-to-consider-before-b">Ready for spring break? Things to consider before booking vacations in 2022</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/ten-things-a-digital-wallet-can-do-to-simplify-you">Ten things a digital wallet can do to simplify your finances</a></li>
</ul>

New rules allow debt collectors to use a different tactic to contact you. Here's what you can do to protect yourself and your money. Plus: how to know if you are actually being scammed.

How to protect yourself from debt collectors using this new tactic

The federal interest rate recently increased for the first time in more than three years.

Host Teri Barr is talking with Chanelle Bessette, a Financial Expert with NerdWallet, to learn how the increase will impact you.

Chanelle also shares how borrowers will be effected, and has some great tactics for finding the right account to help you grow your savings.

More from Chanelle at NerdWallet:
The Latest in Bank Overdraft Fee News (March 14, 2022)
Overdraft Fees: News, Key Terms and Resources (March 10, 2022)

The federal interest rate recently increased for the first time in more than three years.
Host <a href="https://twitter.com/TeriBarrMedia">Teri Barr</a> is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/author/cbessettenerdwallet-com/">Chanelle Bessette</a>, a Financial Expert with NerdWallet, to learn how the increase will impact you.
Chanelle also shares how borrowers will be effected, and has some great tactics for finding the right account to help you grow your savings.
More from Chanelle at NerdWallet:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/banking/the-latest-in-bank-overdraft-fee-news">The Latest in Bank Overdraft Fee News</a> (March 14, 2022)</li>
<li><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/banking/overdraft-fees-news-key-terms-and-resources">Overdraft Fees: News, Key Terms and Resources</a> (March 10, 2022)</li>
</ul>

How will borrowers be effected by the federal interest rate recently increase? Plus: Tips on finding the right account to help you grow your savings!

What the Increase in the Federal Interest Rate Means for You and Your Money

There are many tax filing changes and updates this year so host Teri Barr is sharing your questions with Kemberley Washington, Tax Expert with Forbes Advisor.

Will I owe taxes on my third stimulus payment? How can I be sure my home office counts as a deduction? Kemberley answers for these questions and so much more, including a timely warning about online tax scams.

Previous Pennywise episodes with Kemberley as the guest:
Three big changes to know before you file your taxes
Child Tax Credit Payments: What will they mean for you?

More from Kemberley at Forbes Advisor:
Even If You Usually Don’t, File A Tax Return This Year
Best Tax Software Of 2022
6 Common Tax Deductions For The Self-Employed
The Best Tax Software Of 2022
I’ve Filed My 2021 Taxes. When Will I Get My Refund?
How To Maximize Your Tax Deductible Donation

There are many tax filing changes and updates this year so host <a href="https://twitter.com/TeriBarrMedia">Teri Barr</a> is sharing your questions with <a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/author/kwashington/">Kemberley Washington</a>, Tax Expert with Forbes Advisor.
Will I owe taxes on my third stimulus payment? How can I be sure my home office counts as a deduction? Kemberley answers for these questions and so much more, including a timely warning about online tax scams.
Previous Pennywise episodes with Kemberley as the guest:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/three-big-changes-to-know-before-you-file-your-tax">Three big changes to know before you file your taxes</a></li>
<li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/pennywise/child-tax-credit-payments-what-will-they-mean-for">Child Tax Credit Payments: What will they mean for you?</a></li>
</ul>
More from Kemberley at Forbes Advisor:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/taxes/why-you-should-file/">Even If You Usually Don&rsquo;t, File A Tax Return This Year</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/taxes/best-tax-software/">Best Tax Software Of 2022</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/taxes/6-deductions-to-reduce-your-taxes-if-you-are-self-employed/">6 Common Tax Deductions For The Self-Employed</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/taxes/best-tax-software-for-self-employed/">The Best Tax Software Of 2022</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/taxes/when-will-i-receive-my-tax-refund-updates/">I&rsquo;ve Filed My 2021 Taxes. When Will I Get My Refund?</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/taxes/tax-deductible-donations/">How To Maximize Your Tax Deductible Donation</a></li>
</ul>

"Will I owe taxes on my third stimulus payment?" "How can I be sure my home office counts as a deduction?" We've got answers for these questions and more, including a warning about online tax scams!

Your top tax questions for this year, answered by our expert Kemberley Washington

If you haven't traveled and stayed at a hotel in awhile, many things are changing these days.

Host Teri Barr is talking with Sally French, Travel Expert with NerdWallet, to learn why the long-time option of ordering room service, may no longer be available at many hotels.

Sally also talks about the cost, and how cheaper alternatives are picking up steam to help save you money during your next stay.

If you haven't traveled and stayed at a hotel in awhile, many things are changing these days.
Host <a href="https://twitter.com/TeriBarrMedia">Teri Barr</a> is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/author/sfrench/">Sally French</a>, Travel Expert with NerdWallet, to learn why the long-time option of ordering room service, may no longer be available at many hotels.
Sally also talks about the cost, and how cheaper alternatives are picking up steam to help save you money during your next stay.

Cheaper alternatives to room service that can save you money during your next hotel stay.

Is room service dead? Why you're seeing other, cheaper options taking over.

This is a PennyWise Podcast topic YOU asked us about -- buying used cars online.

Host Teri Barr is talking with Kimberly Palmer, Personal Finance Expert with NerdWallet, to get the answers you need about buying in-person and online, including why the used car market is just as hot as the new car market!

Plus, four important tips to make your experience a good one.

This is a PennyWise Podcast topic YOU asked us about -- buying used cars online.
Host <a href="https://twitter.com/TeriBarrMedia">Teri Barr</a> is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/author/kpalmernerdwallet-com/">Kimberly Palmer</a>, Personal Finance Expert with NerdWallet, to get the answers you need about buying in-person and online, including why the used car market is just as hot as the new car market!
Plus, four important tips to make your experience a good one.

Buying used cars online: Four important tips to make your experience a good one!

Four great tips for buying used cars online.

Host Teri Barr is talking with Sara Rathner, a Travel Expert with NerdWallet, to learn what you need to consider before booking a Spring Break trip or vacation with friends or family this year.

Sara also shares new information about travel insurance, along with change and cancelation policies that could make or break your vacation!

Host <a href="https://twitter.com/TeriBarrMedia">Teri Barr</a> is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/author/srathner/">Sara Rathner</a>, a Travel Expert with NerdWallet, to learn what you need to consider before booking a Spring Break trip or vacation with friends or family this year.
Sara also shares new information about travel insurance, along with change and cancelation policies that could make or break your vacation!

What you need to consider before booking a Spring Break trip or vacation  this year.

Ready for Spring Break? Things to consider before booking vacations in 2022

Remember the Home Equity Line of Credit? HELOC use fell following the housing bust in 2008. So why could it make a comeback this year?

Host Teri Barr is talking with Holden Lewis, a Mortgage and Real Estate Expert with Nerd Wallet, to learn what may be pulling home owners towards a HELOC.

Holden also shares some great advice to consider before you take out your own HELOC.

You can read more at Nerd Wallet here: Is It Time for a HELOC Comeback?

Remember the Home Equity Line of Credit? HELOC use fell following the housing bust in 2008. So why could it make a comeback this year?
Host <a href="https://twitter.com/TeriBarrMedia">Teri Barr</a> is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/author/hlewisnerdwallet-com/">Holden Lewis</a>, a Mortgage and Real Estate Expert with Nerd Wallet, to learn what may be pulling home owners towards a HELOC.
Holden also shares some great advice to consider before you take out your own HELOC.
You can read more at Nerd Wallet here: <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/mortgages/the-property-line-january-2022">Is It Time for a HELOC Comeback?</a>

Interest in home equity lines of credit should revive in 2022 as mortgage rates go up. Is it time for a HELOC comeback?

Is It Time for a HELOC Comeback?

The housing market continues to break records, and host Teri Barr is talking with Natalie Campisi, a Mortgage and Housing Analyst with Forbes Advisor, about the ongoing trend of high prices and low supply.

Natalie fills us in on what to expect if you are in the market for a home this year, and how some planning may support your efforts.

Read more from Natalie Campisi at Forbes Advisor here:

Mortgage Rates Stall At 3.55% As Omicron Dings Economy. Here’s What Experts Say.

Homebuyers Running Out Of Options As Housing Supply Hits All-Time Low

After Record-High Mortgage Rates In January, Weekly Rates Fell Flat To 3.55%

The housing market continues to break records, and host Teri Barr is talking with <a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/author/ncampisi/">Natalie Campisi</a>, a Mortgage and Housing Analyst with Forbes Advisor, about the ongoing trend of high prices and low supply.
Natalie fills us in on what to expect if you are in the market for a home this year, and how some planning may support your efforts.
Read more from Natalie Campisi at Forbes Advisor here:
<a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/mortgages/mortgage-rates-february-3/">Mortgage Rates Stall At 3.55% As Omicron Dings Economy. Here&rsquo;s What Experts Say.</a><a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/author/ncampisi/"></a>
<a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/mortgages/homes-for-sale-hit-record-low/">Homebuyers Running Out Of Options As Housing Supply Hits All-Time Low</a>
<a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/mortgages/mortgage-rates-january-27/">After Record-High Mortgage Rates In January, Weekly Rates Fell Flat To 3.55%</a><a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/author/ncampisi/"></a>

What to expect if you are in the housing market for a home this year, the ongoing trend of high prices and low supply, and how some planning may support your efforts.

Buy now... or wait? Housing market predictions for 2022

Tax season is upon us and there are a few important changes you'll want to know about before you file this year.

Host Teri Barr is talking with Kemberley Washington, a Tax Analyst with Forbes Advisor, to learn what is changing this year and if it could impact your refund.

Kemberley also shares some of the surprising results from a new survey focused on taxes.

Tax season is upon us and there are a few important changes you'll want to know about before you file this year.
Host&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/TeriBarrMedia">Teri Barr</a>&nbsp;is talking with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/author/kwashington/#:~:text=Kemberley%20(%40kemcents)%20Washington%2C%20CPA,her%20work%20at%20kemberley.com.">Kemberley Washington</a>, a Tax Analyst with Forbes Advisor, to learn what is changing this year and if it could impact your refund.
Kemberley also shares some of the surprising results from a new survey focused on taxes.

Host Teri Barr talks with Kemberley Washington, a Tax Analyst with Forbes Advisor, to learn what is changing this year and if it could impact your refund.

Three big changes to know before you file your taxes

The COVID-19 pandemic has pushed life insurance sales to an all time high. Host Teri Barr is talking with Michelle Megna, Insurance Analyst with Forbes Advisor, to learn more about the trend, and what you need to consider if you don't have enough (or any!) life insurance.

Michelle also shares information about the latest changes in the industry and how some may actually be a plus for consumers. 

The COVID-19 pandemic has pushed life insurance sales to an all time high. Host Teri Barr is talking with <a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/author/mmegna/">Michelle Megna</a>, Insurance Analyst with Forbes Advisor, to learn more about the trend, and what you need to consider if you don't have enough (or any!) life insurance.
Michelle also shares information about the latest changes in the industry and how some may actually be a plus for consumers.&nbsp;

Information about the latest changes in the life insurance industry, and how some may actually be a plus for consumers.

New Changes to Life Insurance to Take Advantage of Right Now

The winter weather is settling in around the country and host Teri Barr is talking with Ben Moore from NerdWallet about common weather-related issues that can impact your home and your wallet during the winter months.

Ben shares what to watch for and how to prevent the four most common problems. And learn why it's important to be sure your insurance will cover even the most bitter disaster.

Read more at NerdWallet here: https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/insurance/winter-home-insurance-claims

The winter weather is settling in around the country and host <a href="https://twitter.com/TeriBarrMedia">Teri Barr</a> is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/author/bmoore/">Ben Moore</a> from NerdWallet about common weather-related issues that can impact your home and your wallet during the winter months.
Ben shares what to watch for and how to prevent the four most common problems. And learn why it's important to be sure your insurance will cover even the most bitter disaster.
Read more at NerdWallet <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/insurance/winter-home-insurance-claims">here</a>: https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/insurance/winter-home-insurance-claims

Winter-induced home damage can sometimes be prevented, but sufficient insurance coverage may cover even the most bitter disaster.

Common Winter Home Insurance Claims and How to Prevent Them

Host Teri Barr is talking with Sara Rathner, a Personal Finance Expert with NerdWallet, to learn how to keep your financial resolutions in the new year.

Sara explains what to tackle first, how to get beyond the basics, and why automating some of your financial tasks can help make your goals last longer than most resolutions. 

Host <a href="https://twitter.com/TeriBarrMedia">Teri Barr</a> is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/author/srathner/">Sara Rathner</a>, a Personal Finance Expert with NerdWallet, to learn how to keep your financial resolutions in the new year.
Sara explains what to tackle first, how to get beyond the basics, and why automating some of your financial tasks can help make your goals last longer than most resolutions.&nbsp;

Make Your Money Resolution a Reality. Tips for Better Budgeting in 2022.

Financial Resolutions: Tips for Better Budgeting in 2022

Host Teri Barr is talking with Lisa Rowan, Consumer Finance Expert with Forbes Advisor, to learn what you need to do if a new career is part of your resolution for the new year.

Lisa shares straight forward tips to consider when you start thinking about leaving your current job, as well as when you are ready to quit.

Teri also asks Lisa what we've learned from the "Great Resignation" during the last year, and how to put it to work for you, now.

Read more about the Great Resignation from Lisa Rowan and Forbes Advisor here:

How To Get Your Finances In Order For The Great Resignation: https://www.forbes.com/advisor/personal-finance/prepare-finances-great-resignation/

Need A Career Change? How To Make The Great Resignation Work For You: https://www.forbes.com/advisor/personal-finance/great-resignation-career-change/

Host Teri Barr is talking with <a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/author/lrowan/">Lisa Rowan</a>, Consumer Finance Expert with Forbes Advisor, to learn what you need to do if a new career is part of your resolution for the new year.
Lisa shares straight forward tips to consider when you start thinking about leaving your current job, as well as when you are ready to quit.
Teri also asks Lisa what we've learned from the "Great Resignation" during the last year, and how to put it to work for you, now.
Read more about the Great Resignation from Lisa Rowan and Forbes Advisor here:
How To Get Your Finances In Order For The Great Resignation: <a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/personal-finance/prepare-finances-great-resignation/">https://www.forbes.com/advisor/personal-finance/prepare-finances-great-resignation/</a>
Need A Career Change? How To Make The Great Resignation Work For You: <a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/personal-finance/great-resignation-career-change/">https://www.forbes.com/advisor/personal-finance/great-resignation-career-change/</a>

The Great Resignation : Straight forward tips to consider when you start thinking about leaving your current job, as well as when you are ready to quit.

The Great Resignation: How to Make  it Work For You!

Host Teri Barr talks with Sally French, a Travel Expert for NerdWallet, to learn why it's important not to be a Scrooge as you travel this holiday season.

Sally shares some great tried-and-true tips, along with a few new tricks to help you stress less during your holiday travels (or anytime).

You can read more at NerdWallet: "How to Be a 5-Star Traveler This Holiday Season"

Host <a href="https://twitter.com/teribarrmedia">Teri Barr</a> talks with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/author/sfrench/">Sally French</a>, a Travel Expert for NerdWallet, to learn why it's important not to be a Scrooge as you travel this holiday season.
Sally shares some great tried-and-true tips, along with a few new tricks to help you stress less during your holiday travels (or anytime).
You can read more at NerdWallet: "<a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/travel/how-to-be-a-5-star-traveler-this-holiday-season">How to Be a 5-Star Traveler This Holiday Season</a>"

Tips on how to be a courteous and less-stressed traveler during the busy travel season.

How to Be a 5-Star Traveler This Holiday Season

Host Teri Barr is talking with Annie Millerbernd, Personal Loans Expert for NerdWallet, about the growing popularity of "Buy Now/Pay Later" services.

A new survey shows 37% of Americans say they used a Buy Now/Pay Later service in the last few weeks. One out of four of those responding, believe it will help build their credit.

Annie dives in to the myths and truths surrounding Buy Now/Pay Later services, including how it could impact your bottom line.

Read at NerdWallet: Use of Buy Now, Pay Later Outpaces Personal Loans in Past Year

Host <a href="https://twitter.com/TeriBarrMedia">Teri Barr</a> is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/author/amillerbernd/">Annie Millerbernd</a>, Personal Loans Expert for NerdWallet, about the growing popularity of "Buy Now/Pay Later" services.
A new survey shows 37% of Americans say they used a Buy Now/Pay Later service in the last few weeks. One out of four of those responding, believe it will help build their credit.
Annie dives in to the myths and truths surrounding Buy Now/Pay Later services, including how it could impact your bottom line.
Read at NerdWallet: <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/loans/personal-loans/use-of-buy-now-pay-later-outpaces-personal-loans-in-past-year">Use of Buy Now, Pay Later Outpaces Personal Loans in Past Year</a>

Buy Now/Pay Later services: Myths, truths, and how they could impact your bottom line.

Pay Later Services? Myths and truths explained!

Host Teri Barr talks with Kelly Anne Smith, Consumer Finance Reporter for Forbes Advisor, to learn how you can safely choose a nonprofit or organization to support this holiday.

A new survey shows 90% of donors plan to give the same amount or even more in 2021 than last year.

Kelly Anne shares tips to be sure your donation will make the biggest impact, and has a few other great ideas for you to consider during the "giving season."

Read more here: 3 Ways To Embrace Conscious Gifting This Year

Host Teri Barr talks with <a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/author/ksmith/">Kelly Anne Smith</a>, Consumer Finance Reporter for Forbes Advisor, to learn how you can safely choose a nonprofit or organization to support this holiday.
A new survey shows 90% of donors plan to give the same amount or even more in 2021 than last year.
Kelly Anne shares tips to be sure your donation will make the biggest impact, and has a few other great ideas for you to consider during the "giving season."
Read more here: <a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/personal-finance/conscious-gifting/">3 Ways To Embrace Conscious Gifting This Year</a>

How to safely choose a nonprofit or organization to support this holiday, tips to be sure your donation will make the biggest impact, plus other great ideas for you to consider during the "giving season."

'Tis the Giving Season! How to Be Sure Your Donation Makes an Impact

Host Teri Barr talks with Lexi Pelchen, Home Finance Expert with Forbes Advisor/Forbes Home, to learn about the easy ways to save money on your holiday decorations.

DIY? Trade? Forage? So many great ideas to help you keep more cash in your pockets this year. And a bonus tip, too! How to save money by planning ahead for 2022. 

Host Teri Barr talks with <a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/author/lpelchen/">Lexi Pelchen,</a> Home Finance Expert with Forbes Advisor/Forbes Home, to learn about the easy ways to save money on your holiday decorations.
DIY? Trade? Forage? So many great ideas to help you keep more cash in your pockets this year. And a bonus tip, too! How to save money by planning ahead for 2022.&nbsp;

DIY? Trade? Forage? Easy ways to save money on your holiday decorations.

10 Easy Ways to Save Money on Holiday Decorations This Year

Host Teri Barr is talking with Dia Adams, a Credit Card Expert with Forbes Advisor, to learn about the 4 things you can do right now to be ready for Black Friday and the rest of the holiday shopping season.

Dia shares her top tips, including how to set up price and supply tracking alerts, two of the most important steps to help you save money and find what you're looking for this year. 

Host Teri Barr is talking with <a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/author/dadams/">Dia Adams</a>, a Credit Card Expert with Forbes Advisor, to learn about the 4 things you can do right now to be ready for Black Friday and the rest of the holiday shopping season.
Dia shares her top tips, including how to set up price and supply tracking alerts, two of the most important steps to help you save money and find what you're looking for this year.&nbsp;

Four Important Things You Should Do Before Black Friday & Holiday Shopping, with Dia Adams, Credit Card Expert, Forbes Advisor.

Four Things You Should Do Before Black Friday & Holiday Shopping

Host Teri Barr talks with Sara Rathner, Credit Cards Expert with NerdWallet, to learn about the important steps to take when starting on the path to managing your debt. It can be hard but Sara tells us how take charge!

Feel like you are already managing your debt? Check out some of Sara's creative ideas to take your finances to the next level by living debt free.

Host Teri Barr talks with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/author/srathner/">Sara Rathner</a>, Credit Cards Expert with NerdWallet, to learn about the important steps to take when starting on the path to managing your debt. It can be hard but Sara tells us how take charge!
Feel like you are already managing your debt? Check out some of Sara's creative ideas to take your finances to the next level by living debt free.

the important steps to take when starting on the path to managing your debt with creative ideas to take your finances to the next level.

Life after Debt? How to Manage Debt so it Stops Managing You!

Host Teri Barr is talking with Kimberly Palmer, Personal Finance Expert with NerdWallet, to get the best tips for you to SAVE money during the holiday shopping season (it IS possible)!

Kimberly explains why debt and regret often follow shoppers for months after the holiday. She also shares simple tips to help you save this season, and includes details on a unique "no spend" challenge you can try with family and friends right now, or when you kick off your budget in the new year. 

Host Teri Barr is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/author/kpalmernerdwallet-com/">Kimberly Palmer</a>, Personal Finance Expert with NerdWallet, to get the best tips for you to SAVE money during the holiday shopping season (it IS possible)!
Kimberly explains why debt and regret often follow shoppers for months after the holiday. She also shares simple tips to help you save this season, and includes details on a unique "no spend" challenge you can try with family and friends right now, or when you kick off your budget in the new year.&nbsp;

Simple tips to help you save this season, and includes details on a unique "no spend" challenge you can try with family and friends

Five Quick Tips to Help You Save Money this Holiday Season

Host Teri Barr talks with Lisa Rowan, Consumer Finance Expert with Forbes Advisor, to get an update on the continuing supply chain issues.

A new survey shows three out of five Americans already say they aren't able to find their preferred gift this year, and Lisa explains how shipping and shopping is being impacted, along with what retailers are trying to do to help.

She also shares some specific ways you can be sure the holiday gift-giving season is still a happy one.

Host Teri Barr talks with <a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/author/lrowan/">Lisa Rowan</a>, Consumer Finance Expert with Forbes Advisor, to get an update on the continuing supply chain issues.
A new survey shows three out of five Americans already say they aren't able to find their preferred gift this year, and Lisa explains how shipping and shopping is being impacted, along with what retailers are trying to do to help.
She also shares some specific ways you can be sure the holiday gift-giving season is still a happy one.

Lisa Rowan, Consumer Finance Expert with Forbes Advisor, explains the continuing supply chain issues.

Will the Supply Chain Woes Wreck Your Holiday Shopping?

Host Teri Barr is talking with Kimberly Palmer, Credit Card and Personal Finance Expert with NerdWallet, to learn about the five specific financial tasks to tackle before the end of the year.

Hard to believe 2021 is quickly coming to a close, but before it does, there are some financial tasks you'll want to conquer right now.

Kimberly explains and shares some great ideas to easily get through your "to do" list. And she has some simple tips to get the new year started on the right financial foot, too.

Host Teri Barr is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/author/kpalmernerdwallet-com/">Kimberly Palmer</a>, Credit Card and Personal Finance Expert with NerdWallet, to learn about the five specific financial tasks to tackle before the end of the year.
Hard to believe 2021 is quickly coming to a close, but before it does, there are some financial tasks you'll want to conquer right now.
Kimberly explains and shares some great ideas to easily get through your "to do" list. And she has some simple tips to get the new year started on the right financial foot, too.

Hard to believe 2021 is quickly coming to a close, but before it does, there are some financial tasks you'll want to conquer right now!

Five End of Year Financial Tasks You should Tackle Right Now

Host Teri Barr talks with Sara Rathner, Credit Cards Expert with NerdWallet, to learn more about the growing popularity of digital wallets. What is it and can you safely use it on your phone?

Sara explains and shares some of great things a digital wallet can do for you. It's so much more than you may realize! 

Host Teri Barr talks with Sara Rathner, Credit Cards Expert with NerdWallet, to learn more about the growing popularity of digital wallets. What is it and can you safely use it on your phone?
Sara explains and shares some of great things a digital wallet can do for you. It's so much more than you may realize!&nbsp;

What is a Digital Wallet? Ten Things it can do to Safely Simplify Your Financial Life, with guest Sara Rathner, a Credit Cards Expert for NerdWallet

Ten Things a Digital Wallet can do to Simplify Your Finances

Host Teri Barr is talking with Robin Saks Frankel, Credit Card Analyst with Forbes Advisor, to learn what is pushing credit card issuers to change the perks being offered.

Some are making big changes!

Robin also shares insight on the new perks, and tips for choosing the card that will match your personal goals. 

Host <a href="https://twitter.com/TeriBarrMedia">Teri Barr</a> is talking with <a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/author/rsfrankel/">Robin Saks Frankel</a>, Credit Card Analyst with Forbes Advisor, to learn what is pushing credit card issuers to change the perks being offered.
Some are making big changes!
Robin also shares insight on the new perks, and tips for choosing the card that will match your personal goals.&nbsp;

Credit card perks are changing. Here are some tips to choose the one to match your goals.

Tips to Choose the Credit Card to Match Your Goals

Host Teri Barr talks with Carly Schaffner, Automotive Expert with Forbes Wheels about electric vehicles, and everything you need to know if you are in the market for one, including current incentives. They also discuss some of the hurdles of owning an EV in 2021.

And learn more about the President's recent executive order which mandates, by the end of the decade, half of the new cars, trucks, and crossovers sold in the U.S. will be EVs. 

Host <a href="https://twitter.com/TeriBarrMedia">Teri Barr</a> talks with <a href="https://www.forbes.com/wheels/author/cchaffner/">Carly Schaffner</a>, Automotive Expert with Forbes Wheels about electric vehicles, and everything you need to know if you are in the market for one, including current incentives. They also discuss some of the hurdles of owning an EV in 2021.
And learn more about the President's recent executive order which mandates, by the end of the decade, half of the new cars, trucks, and crossovers sold in the U.S. will be EVs.&nbsp;

Everything you need to know if you are in the market for an electric vehicle, including current incentives!

Everything You Need to Know if You Want to Buy an Electric Vehicle in 2021

Host Teri Barr is talking with Kimberly Palmer, Credit Card and Personal Finance Expert for NerdWallet and asks, "Can the video games your kids are playing really teach them money skills, too?"

The answer is YES and Kimberly shares four simple ways to help you start the conversation with your video game-loving kids.

Plus, a bonus! Learn how to add the value of real money alongside a video game with an allowance or savings account.

More at Nerd Wallet: https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/how-video-games-can-level-up-kids-money-skills

Host Teri Barr is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/author/kpalmernerdwallet-com/">Kimberly Palmer</a>, Credit Card and Personal Finance Expert for NerdWallet and asks, "Can the video games your kids are playing really teach them money skills, too?"
The answer is YES and Kimberly shares four simple ways to help you start the conversation with your video game-loving kids.
Plus, a bonus! Learn how to add the value of real money alongside a video game with an allowance or savings account.
More at Nerd Wallet: <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/how-video-games-can-level-up-kids-money-skills">https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/how-video-games-can-level-up-kids-money-skills</a>

Conversations that can help your video game-loving kids learn about money.

How Video Games Can Level Up Kids’ Money Skills

Host Teri Barr talks about the connection between your money and your emotions with Sara Rathner, Travel and Credit Card Expert for NerdWallet.

Sara shares information on recent surveys indicating spending is up on things like travel and dining out yet consumer confidence fell to a six month low at the same time.

She also dives in to what's behind those trends and how you can move past emotional spending with tips to focus on what should really be important to your bottom line right now -- your values. It's an old-fashioned type of money discussion!

Read more here: https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/author/srathner/

Host Teri Barr talks about the connection between your money and your emotions with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/author/srathner/">Sara Rathner</a>, Travel and Credit Card Expert for NerdWallet.
Sara shares information on recent surveys indicating spending is up on things like travel and dining out yet consumer confidence fell to a six month low at the same time.
She also dives in to what's behind those trends and how you can move past emotional spending with tips to focus on what should really be important to your bottom line right now -- your values. It's an old-fashioned type of money discussion!
Read more here: https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/author/srathner/

Information on recent surveys indicating spending is up on things like travel and dining out yet consumer confidence fell to a six month low at the same time.

Money and Your Emotions: How to Make Your Values Your Spending Guide

Host Teri Barr is talking with Jason Metz, Insurance Analyst from Forbes Advisor, to learn why insurance often isn't on the back to school list for college students.

Jason has important details about insurance in case of an accident, theft or poor decision making while your student is away from home. He also shares a checklist to help you consider if you do -- or don't -- need to add any levels of protection; plus, explains a few types of insurance you may not have heard about until now. 

Read more here: Insurance Checklist For College Students And Their Parents

Host <a href="https://twitter.com/TeriBarrMedia">Teri Barr</a> is talking with <a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/author/jmetz/">Jason Metz</a>, Insurance Analyst from Forbes Advisor, to learn why insurance often isn't on the back to school list for college students.
Jason has important details about insurance in case of an accident, theft or poor decision making while your student is away from home. He also shares a checklist to help you consider if you do -- or don't -- need to add any levels of protection; plus, explains a few types of insurance you may not have heard about until now.&nbsp;
Read more here: <a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/homeowners-insurance/college-student-checklist/">Insurance Checklist For College Students And Their Parents</a>

Important information about insurance in case of an accident, theft or poor decision making while your student is away from home.

Kids off to College? Why You'll want to Keep this Insurance Checklist Handy

Host Teri Barr is talking with Phil Reed, Automotive Expert from NerdWallet, to learn why the car market -- usually decent at this time of year -- is actually at its worst.

You can read Phil's article at NerdWallet here: https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/loans/auto-loans/car-prices-rising

Host Teri Barr is talking with <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/author/philreed/">Phil Reed</a>, Automotive Expert from NerdWallet, to learn why the car market -- usually decent at this time of year -- is actually at its worst.
You can read Phil's <a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/loans/auto-loans/car-prices-rising">article</a> at NerdWallet here: https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/loans/auto-loans/car-prices-rising

With car prices going up, here are the ways to get through this historic spike in the new and used car market.

It’s the Worst Time to Buy a Car — But What If You Have To?

Host Teri Barr is asking Lisa Rowan, Consumer Finance Expert with Forbes Advisor, about the importance of having an emergency savings fund.

Lisa has details from a new survey highlighting what we learned about emergency savings in the last year, and why you need to start your fund -- or start rebuilding your fund -- right now. She also has the realistic tips needed to help you take action.

Host Teri Barr is asking <a href="https://www.forbes.com/advisor/author/lrowan/">Lisa Rowan</a>, Consumer Finance Expert with Forbes Advisor, about the importance of having an emergency savings fund.
Lisa has details from a new survey highlighting what we learned about emergency savings in the last year, and why you need to start your fund -- or start rebuilding your fund -- right now. She also has the realistic tips needed to help you take action.

What we learned about emergency savings in the last year from a new survey, and why you need to start your fund -- or start rebuilding your fund -- right now.

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