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What Is the Best High-Yield Savings Account?
Episode 999
999. Laura reviews what you should know about using a high-yield savings account (HYSA) and six tips for choosing the best one.
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1 month, 1 week ago
Is the 4% Rule Dead? 8 Personal Finance Rules of Thumb Explained
Episode 998
998. How much do you really need to retire? Should you always buy term life insurance? In episode 998, Money Girl Laura Adams audits 8 popular financ…
1 month, 1 week ago
Is Your Bank Account at Risk? 10 Dangerous Places to Never Use a Debit Card
Episode 997
997. A single swipe could drain your checking account. Laura Adams reveals 10 dangerous situations where using a debit card exposes you to unlimited …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Wallet Audit: 9 Items to Remove Right Now
Episode 996
996. This week, Laura reviews nine things you should never carry in your wallet to protect your identity and finances.
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1 month, 2 weeks ago
7 Tips to Protect Expensive Valentine’s Jewelry
Episode 995
995. Laura explains how to protect your expensive jewelry or any new Valentine’s Day bling you received.
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1 month, 3 weeks ago
15 Ways to Stop Impulse Spending and Save More (Reissue)
Episode 904
904. Laura reviews strategies to resist impulsive spending so you can save more money and achieve your financial goals faster.
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1 month, 3 weeks ago
Should I Invest Extra Money or Pay Down My Mortgage? (Reissue)
Episode 836
836. Laura answers a listener’s question about whether to invest extra money or use it to pay down a mortgage for the best long-term benefits.
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1 month, 4 weeks ago
Retirement for Two: The 2026 Spousal IRA Rules
Episode 994
994. This week, Laura reviews updated rules for using a spousal IRA, who can use one, and how they help keep your own retirement account growing.
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1 month, 4 weeks ago
Should I Stop Investing for Retirement to Get Out of Debt?
Episode 993
993. Laura answers a listener's question about stopping retirement contributions to get out of debt faster.
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2 months ago
8 Ways Homeownership Builds Wealth in 2026
Episode 992
992. This week, Laura reviews how being a homeowner in 2026 allows you to build wealth despite affordability challenges.
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2 months ago