Podcast Episodes

How a 529 Plan Saves Money for Students of All Ages

Episode 951

 Laura explains how 529 savings plans cut taxes and new rules that benefit families and students of all ages.

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Published on 1 month ago

How Do I Set Up My Own Business?

Episode 950

Laura answers a question about creating a business entity when going from employee to self-employed. 

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Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

How Does Flood Insurance Work to Protect Your Property?

Episode 949

Did you know floods are the most common and costly natural disaster in the U.S.? Many homeowners and renters insurance policies don't cover flood damage, yet only about 4% of Americans have flood ins…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

What Tax Do I Owe on My Home Sale? (Reissue)

Episode 827

Laura answers a question about selling your home and explains a legit way to skip taxes or pay significantly less, called the capital gains tax exclusion. 

Transcript: https://money-girl.simplecast.co…

Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago

Tips to Maximize an HSA from Tax Savings to Retirement

Episode 948

Laura explains how an HSA helps you reduce taxes, build wealth, and cut the cost of just about any healthcare expense, even if your insurer doesn't cover it. 

Transcript: https://money-girl.simplecast…

Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago

What’s a Checklist for Moving Out of State?

Episode 947

Laura answers a question about tips for moving out of state for a new job and offers a checklist.

Transcript: https://money-girl.simplecast.com/episodes/whats-a-checklist-for-moving-out-of-state/trans…

Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago

How I Found $3,000 in Unclaimed Property

Episode 946

Laura explains what unclaimed property is, how to start a free treasure hunt for amounts owed, and tips to avoid potential scams.

Transcript: https://money-girl.simplecast.com/episodes/how-i-found-3-0…

Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago

What's the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) Tax Overhaul?

Episode 945

Laura answers a question about how taxes for a typical American will change due to the One Big Beautiful Bill.

Transcript: https://money-girl.simplecast.com/episodes/whats-the-one-big-beautiful-bill-o…

Published on 1 month, 4 weeks ago

How to Hire the Best Real Estate Agent

Episode 944

Laura explains the differences between real estate professionals and provides tips for hiring one, whether you need to rent, buy, or sell a home.

Transcript: https://money-girl.simplecast.com/episodes…

Published on 2 months ago

How Do I Get Preapproved for a Mortgage?

Episode 943

Laura answers a listener's question about how much to spend on a home and the benefits of getting a mortgage preapproval.

Transcript: https://money-girl.simplecast.com/episodes/how-do-i-get-preapprove…

Published on 2 months ago