Smart Money Podcast
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Stop Scrolling, Start Saving: Better Habits and Budgets for 2025
Learn how to budget irregular income, set sustainable financial goals, and curb mindless spending for a better 2025.
Latest episodes
Regret Less, Save More: How to Make Smarter Money Moves in 2025
Learn how to tackle financial regrets, set achievable money goals, and make 2025 your best year, financially. Read more
Net Worth and Chill: How Your Wealth Measures Up and Vivian Tu’s Tips for Financial Success
Learn how to assess your net worth, compare it wisely, and build a financial strategy to meet your long-term goals. Read more
Deck the Bills: Smart Spending and Credit Tips for the Holidays
Learn how to avoid holiday shopping pitfalls and quickly improve your credit, with ideas for restoring your credit. Read more
Previous episodes
Crush Debt or Grow Investments? How to Make the Best Choice for You
Learn how to tackle credit card debt, build savings, and decide between debt payoff and investing for financial growth. Read more
End-of-Year IRA Fixes Before Tax Time: Roth Contribution and Correction Strategies
Discover how to embrace “lazy” money management, maximize Roth IRA contributions and fix over-contribution mistakes. Read more
Cash or Mortgage? Navigating Home Equity and Title Agency Shopping
Learn how to think about major homebuying decisions like shopping for title agencies, managing home equity, and when to buy a house with cash. Read more
Smart Mortgage Strategies: From Refinancing to HELOCs
Learn how to refinance your mortgage, manage credit card debt, and navigate home equity with practical tips and strategies. Read more
How You Could Grow $26K to $44K in 7 Years: Smart Strategies to Try
Learn how to diversify investments, leverage tax-advantaged accounts, and set realistic goals for long-term financial growth. Read more
Travel Smart, Give Smart: Southwest Companion Pass and Charitable Giving Strategies
Learn how to maximize Southwest Companion Pass benefits and how to plan effective charitable giving to make your donations count. Read more
From Eggflation to Ghost Jobs: Roasting 2024’s Biggest Financial Turkeys
Celebrate 2024’s Financial Turkeys as we spotlight the year's biggest money blunders and share tips to avoid them yourself. Read more
Online Banking vs Neobanks: Understand FDIC Safety and Protect Your Money
Learn how to distinguish neobanks from traditional banks, understand FDIC insurance, and get tips for affordable holiday hosting. Read more
Retirement Rollover Ready? Rules, Risks and Rewards of 401k and IRA Transfers
Learn the pros, cons, and methods of rolling over retirement accounts to simplify your finances so you can avoid costly mistakes. Read more
Book Club: Why Women Outperform When Investing — And How You Can, Too
Learn how women can excel at investing, overcome financial challenges, and build wealth with practical strategies. Read more
How to Maximize Rewards on Big Credit Card Purchases
Get tips for saving money on Halloween costumes and decorations, plus how to leverage credit cards when making big purchases. Read more
How the Next President Could Shift Health Care Costs and Student Loans
Learn how the presidential candidates' policies on health care and student loans differ in how they could impact your finances. Read more
