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594 - How to Raise Your FICO Credit Score Instantly (and for Free)
Episode 594
Building and maintaining great credit is a cornerstone of a successful financial life. Money Girl and Rod Griffin from Experian discuss how you can m…
6 years, 10 months ago
593 - 7 Facts You Should Know About Student Loan Forgiveness Programs
Episode 593
It may be easier to get rid of your student loans than you ever thought possible! Money Girl answers a listener question and reviews seven facts you …
6 years, 10 months ago
592 - FICA Alternative Retirement Plan—What Is It and Who Qualifies to Have One?
Episode 592
Which type of retirement account is right for you? Money Girl answers a voicemail question about using a FICA Alternative Plan, choosing the right re…
6 years, 10 months ago
590- 6 Tips for College Grads to Manage Money Like a Grownup
Episode 590
There's no reason the end of college life has to mean the beginning of money stress. Here are six fundamental tips you can apply now to set yourself …
6 years, 11 months ago
494 MG 4 Penalty-Free Ways to Use a Roth IRA Before Retirement
Episode 494
You probably know that using a Roth IRA to save for retirement is a smart move that also cuts your taxes. But what you may not know is that unlike ot…
6 years, 11 months ago
589 - How to Invest Money Like A Pro (Even If You Haven’t Started)
Episode 589
Money Girl and Chris Hill from The Motley Fool discuss common investing barriers and the best investment to own for long-term financial success.
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6 years, 11 months ago
588 - Behavioral Finance: Tips for Success With Money, Work, and Life
Episode 588
We all have emotions and biases that strongly influence how we handle our finances. Money Girl interviews Sheri Fitts, an author with expertise in fi…
6 years, 11 months ago
587 - Selling Your Home? Avoid These Costly Mistakes and Pay Less Tax
Episode 587
Selling a home or investment property is a transaction that's loaded with tax consequences. Money Girl interviews Collier Swecker, a real estate prof…
6 years, 11 months ago
586 - Big Money-Saving Benefits of Travel Insurance
Episode 586
Before you leave home, don't forget about travel insurance. This often-overlooked coverage is a bargain for the big benefits you get. Find out the ma…
7 years ago
585 - Buying Your First House? 7 Tips for Millennials and Other Generations
Episode 585
Getting ready to buy your first house? Money Girl helps you make one of the biggest purchases of your life with 7 tips to get prepared, save money, a…
7 years ago