Episodes

  • The social etiquette of lending money

    The social etiquette of lending money
    May 7 2024
    If a close friend or family member is in need of money, your first impulse might be to help out. But what if they don't pay you back? What if they need more than you can provide? How do you ensure your financial agreement doesn't harm your relationship? There are no hard and fast rules around lending money. Expectations may depend on culture, financial status or even your marital status. Advice on when to give — and how to say no.

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    24 mins
  • What is 'communal living' and is it right for me?

    What is 'communal living' and is it right for me?
    Apr 16 2024
    There are options beyond living solo or with roommates — and one of them is called 'communal living.' In this arrangement, people don't just simply live together, but share resources and create community. In this episode, co-living enthusiasts explain how it works and how to decide whether it's right for you.

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    23 mins
  • Start a financial self-care routine

    Start a financial self-care routine
    Apr 2 2024
    There are things we're supposed to do routinely for our health: brush our teeth, shower and exercise. There's a version of that for financial health too. We'll talk about those tasks — and go beyond the number-crunching to explore how our mental health affects our finances. This episode originally published August 15, 2023.

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    16 mins
  • What is the new etiquette for tipping?

    What is the new etiquette for tipping?
    Mar 26 2024
    Tipping requests are on the rise. Businesses that never seemed to ask for a tip, like fast food joints, are now asking for one. Here's how to deal with unexpected requests and more.

    A previous version of this story incorrectly said the company Square takes a "chunk of your tip." A representative from Square says while they charge a fee based on the whole transaction, including tip, the worker still gets the full amount of their tip.

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    13 mins
  • Effective ways to repair your credit score

    Effective ways to repair your credit score
    Mar 12 2024
    Credit scores determine whether you can get a mortgage, credit card, auto loan and more. So if your score is subprime, how do you bump it up to above a 700? In this episode, find out how to read your credit report, navigate collections and negotiate payments.

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    24 mins
  • Investing for beginners

    Investing for beginners
    Feb 19 2024
    You don't need to be an expert to grow a nest egg. We'll cover how to build your portfolio, when to sell (or not sell) stocks and how to avoid fees.

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    25 mins
  • Save money on streaming services

    Save money on streaming services
    Feb 12 2024
    Just about every major streaming service has raised its subscription fees. At the same time, there are more programming bundles, membership deals, ad-supported subscriptions and streaming services overall. NPR TV critic and media analyst Eric Deggans shares a streaming strategy to help you get the most bang for your buck.

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    19 mins
  • How to save for a big purchase

    How to save for a big purchase
    Jan 18 2024
    Meeting a big financial goal can feel daunting and confusing. How do you make an effective plan when life gets in the way? Credit counselor and financial expert Monique White shares tips to help you buy a laptop, a car, or even a house.

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    17 mins