Smart Money Podcast
Featured episode
Will New Tariffs and Tax Rules Cost You? (Plus: Travel Rewards & Roth IRA Tips)
Get the latest on tariffs, federal spending and the CFPB shake-up — plus answers to your travel credit card and Roth IRA questions. Read more
Latest episodes
The Price Isn’t Right: How to Stop Overspending and Stay Debt-Free
Break free from debt cycles and rethink your spending habits with tips on no-buy challenges and financial therapy. Read more
Is It Time to Leave Your Job? Tips for Smart Moves and Strategic Growth
Learn how to decide if it’s time to change jobs or careers and understand how to strategize before you make a big career move. Read more
Rising Insurance Costs and Choosing the Best Savings Account for You
Learn how rising climate risks impact home insurance costs and compare high-yield savings against money market accounts. Read more
Previous episodes
2025 Real Estate Trends: What Home Buyers and Sellers Need to Know
Learn how to navigate the 2025 housing market with tips for buyers and sellers facing high rates, prices and tight inventory. Read more
The Best Financial Products of 2025 and Investing in Collectibles
Learn how to pick the best financial tools for investing, mortgages, and travel rewards to meet your personal goals. Read more
Simple Steps to Budget Better and Manage Credit With Confidence
Learn how to create an effective budget and manage credit responsibly to build a strong financial foundation for 2025. Read more
What to Know About Managing Money Before Traveling or Living Abroad
Learn actionable strategies to tackle credit card debt and ways to manage your money while traveling or living abroad. Read more
From Meme Stocks to Index Funds: A 2025 Investing Guide
Learn how to balance risk and reward in your investments, rebalance your portfolio, and avoid common investing pitfalls. Read more
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.
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
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
