Host Jill Schlesinger, CFP®, tackles sometimes uncomfortable and even controversial money and investing issues, without the financial jargon, to get to the heart of what’s important for anyone to know. Jill takes listener phone calls and interviews informative and entertaining guests each week to uncover surprising insights and provide actionable information so you can make the most of your money. Have a question you want us to answer on the show? Head to Jillonmoney.com and click the "Conta ...
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NerdWallet’s trusted finance journalists answer real-world money questions to help you make smarter financial decisions with confidence. Each episode dives deep into topics like budgeting, saving, investing, home buying, and credit cards, cutting through misinformation to bring you clear, actionable advice backed by thorough research. By the end of every episode, you’ll have the latest financial insights and the tools you’ll need to manage your money wisely, build wealth, and plan for life’s ...
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Next Gen Personal Finance (NGPF) is a nonprofit committed to guaranteeing that all U.S. high school students receive a personal finance course prior to graduating. NGPF has become the number one source for over 115,000 educators looking for high-quality, engaging personal finance curriculum to equip students with the skills they need to thrive in the future. The organization invests in teacher professional development with live Virtual Professional Development, 11 Certification Courses, and ...
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Caleb Kioh, Founder of the WalletGyde, talks with top industry professionals to go on a financial journey that creates a platform for success. The habits learned will change your financial lifestyle so you can more easily manage your money. Follow @WalletGyde on IG to develop the right habits to save!
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Are We in a Recession? What the Data Says—and How to Protect Your Finances
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26:22Learn what a shrinking GDP means for you. Plus: how to handle your HSA if your employer stops contributing. Is the U.S. in a recession? How do you roll over an HSA when your employer stops contributing? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola discuss the current state of the economy and how to manage your Health Savings Account (HSA) to help you prot…
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I'm 39 years old and have been with my employer for 15 years and plan to retire with them. Am I on track for a retirement around age 59? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.jo…
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Did I pull the retirement plug too early? And if so, should I get a part-time job? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. T…
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Given the rocky markets we've seen the last few weeks, is this the ideal environment to consider the purchase of an annuity? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, …
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Spend Smarter This Wedding Season: Travel, Tipping, and More, (featuring The Knot)
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36:25Learn smart ways to budget for your wedding and how to navigate tipping expectations without overspending. What money lessons did you learn from your mom? How can you budget for a wedding without overspending — especially when your family is helping with costs? Sean and Elizabeth discuss the financial values we inherit and the realities of modern w…
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We're in our mid 50s and ready to call it quits, can we do it? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our pri…
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I'm 70 years old and I want to payoff my mortgage ASAP. Should I use my TSP to pay it off? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our…
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Professor Madelaine L'Esperance, University of Alabama
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33:01In this NGPF Podcast episode, Christian is joined by Professor Madelaine L'Esperance from the University of Alabama, who shares her team's research on the state of financial education in U.S. high schools. She discusses the Mapping Personal Finance Education Project, which analyzed over 10,000 course catalogs to assess access to personal finance co…
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How to Keep Your Credit Strong During Economic Shifts and Know If You’re Ready to Buy a Home
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32:31Learn what rising delinquencies mean for your finances, plus how to decide if you're truly ready to buy your first home. What happens if you fall behind on your loan or credit card payments? How much do you actually need to buy a house? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola discuss rising debt delinquencies and first-time homebuying realities to he…
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With some proceeds from a real estate transaction about to come our way, should we invest in the market or wait until things settle down? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To lea…
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I'm only 47, yet I'm burned out and looking to call it quits next year, for good. Can I do it? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our privacy…
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After taking a lower paying job, I'm now worried that I might have to work longer than anticipated. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our pr…
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Smart Planning Sessions: When is it OK to Stop Saving? (Plus: Spring Cleaning Your Finances)
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38:11In a new Smart Planning segment, a finance expert tackles retirement goals and savings questions with a listener. How can you gift savings bonds? When is it time to stop saving for retirement early? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola offer tips for “spring cleaning” your finances, including refreshing your budget, resetting your financial goals,…
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I think we have enough saved for retirement, but given how crazy the world is right now, I need some reassurance. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener d…
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I was thinking of retiring soon, however with the current state of the stock market I am not sure now is a good time and I want to make sure we have enough to weather a recession. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by…
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Less Spending Power, More Debt? Navigate a Declining Dollar and Make Progress on Credit Card Bills
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27:51Learn how a weakening U.S. dollar affects your wallet and how you can escape the cycle of never-ending credit card debt. Why is the U.S. dollar losing value and how does that affect day-to-day spending? How can you make progress on credit card debt that feels impossible to tackle? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola discuss the value of the U.S. …
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With a combined income of $320k, should I be making all my retirement contributions Roth? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our privacy prac…
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My goal is to retire in exactly seven years. Am I on track to make this happen? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visi…
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My husband thinks we don't have enough money to retire, I think we do. Who's right? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices …
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Michele Norris Shares Kitchen Must-Haves and the Nerds Break Down Switching Banks for Better Rates
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36:12Find out when it’s worth splurging on kitchen gear and how to switch banks without losing your financial footing. What kitchen tools are actually worth the money? Is switching to an online bank really worth the hassle? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola discuss the value of investing in high-quality kitchen gear and what to consider when moving …
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With a lot of retirement decisions to be made, we want to make sure we don't mess things up. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our privacy p…
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Hosting Parent Empowerment Workshops with Kerry Woodward
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34:48In this NGPF Podcast episode, Yanely is joined by Kerry Woodward, an Executive Director at Philadelphia Financial Scholars. Kerry shares her unique journey from a successful career in finance to her work in urban education, where she’s helping students and families gain financial empowerment. Philadelphia Financial Scholars partners with public sch…
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Due to some concerns regarding my financial advisor, should I be looking for somebody new to manage my money? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data …
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Strategies for Navigating Market Swings and Leveraging Home Equity Wisely
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33:55Learn how to stay calm during market volatility and whether a HELOC or cash-out refi makes sense for your home reno goals. What should you do with your investments when the stock market is particularly volatile? What’s the difference between a HELOC and a cash-out refinance? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola discuss coping with market volatilit…
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In thinking about what to do in this economic downturn, I was wondering whether stepping up our Roth conversions might be a smart move? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn…
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We've been planning on retiring later this year, but the volatility of the current political and financial arenas is making us anxious and giving us pause. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelg…
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As a mid-to-late career federal worker, should I even consider the buyout and early retirement offer that's currently on the table? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn mor…
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How To Have a Better Relationship With Money and Maximize Every Dollar
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37:33Learn how to explore your money beliefs and take real steps toward saving and investing, even on a tight income. What’s really behind your money habits? How can you build savings and invest if you’re not earning much? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola discuss how your relationship with money shapes your financial behaviors and what you can do t…
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I don’t like my job. So, do I take the leap now, or push through for a few more years? What are the real pros and cons beyond just the numbers? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. …
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Imagine if you could ask someone anything you wanted about their finances. On What We Spend, people from across the country and across the financial spectrum are opening their wallets—and their lives—to tell you everything: what they make, what they want, and—for one week—what they spend. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices …
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How comfortable should I be with our financial situation in order to help us determine how much time I can afford not generating income and weigh the options for what the next opportunity could be? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money"…
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Medicare: What the Insurance Companies Won't Tell You from Lucretia Ryan
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40:34In this NGPF Podcast episode, Tim is joined by Lucretia Ryan, founder of FinancialFreedomForWomen.org, to dive deep into the complexities of Medicare. With years of experience helping women gain financial independence, Lucretia brings her expertise to the table, explaining the critical differences between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage. S…
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Car Prices, Tariffs, and Trade-Offs: What to Know Before You Buy or Move Out
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37:09Learn how tariffs could impact car prices and how to know when it’s OK to spend instead of save. Should you buy a car now before prices rise due to tariffs? When is it okay to stop saving aggressively and spend more? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola discuss recent auto tariffs and navigating major money moves to help you understand how externa…
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Knowing that money will never be an issue for us, should we pay off the mortgage or invest in the market? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and …
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I am a federal employee facing uncertainty about whether my job may be eliminated in the next few months, and my husband is a researcher at a university with a position funded by NIH grants. How should we prepare just in case? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter:…
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We are not brilliant money people, but we are starting to think it might be a good idea to get on top of the situation. Can we self-manage? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To l…
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Last-Minute Tax Questions Answered and Tips for Keeping Your Financial Documents Safe
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29:11Learn how to store all your important documents and get some last-minute tips for filing your taxes. Where should you store your important financial documents? How long should you keep them? What should you do if you’re facing a tricky tax situation? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola discuss some tips and best practices for storing documents li…
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Investors are licking their wounds after a two-day brutal sell-off, triggered by President Trump’s tariffs. We’re here to hold your hands as we start a new week. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www…
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The Financial Activist Playbook with Jasmine Rashid
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44:46In this NGPF Podcast episode, Yanely is joined by Jasmine Rashid, the author of The Financial Activist Playbook: 8 Strategies for Everyday People to Reclaim Wealth and Collective Well-Being. In this episode, Jasmine discusses how everyday people can use financial decisions to drive social change. She explains financial activism, its difference from…
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We're spending a lot but we are also saving a lot now that our income is much higher. Can we still reach our goal of financial independence? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To …
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401(k) vs. Brokerage Account: Which Is Better for Retirement Savings? Plus, the National Debt Explained
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21:36Learn about the U.S. national debt and how it impacts economics and what options to explore if your employer-offered 401k plan seems limiting. What exactly does it mean when you read about the enormous national debt in the United States? What options do you have if you’re not happy with the 401k plan offered by your employer? Hosts Sean Pyles and E…
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A reduction in force is coming to my agency, but I am eligible for an early retirement offer. Should I take it? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener dat…
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I'm helping my mom (about to turn 80) manage her finances and I want to make sure I am helping her maximize her limited resources. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more…
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My father passed away last year and I inherited several accounts from him and now I need to figure out what to do with them. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about…
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How to Build Wealth Right Now and How Couples Can Align on Financial Goals
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37:27Learn the truth behind myths about building wealth, plus hear from a couple looking to align on financial goals and values. Can you build wealth without starting a business? How can couples figure out what to do with extra money in their budget? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola share their “money hot takes” and then talk to a married couple ab…
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My insurance agent recently suggested a variable annuity with a death benefit. Yay or nay? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our privacy pra…
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I'm a federal employee who took the fork-in-the-road offer. I think we have enough retirement funds to make it but need some reassurance. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To lea…
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A Students' Mission to Teach Financial Literacy with FinTeens
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35:40In this NGPF Podcast episode, Tim Ranzetta is joined by Sheraz, Ben, and Charley from FinTeens, a student-run organization focused on educating teens about personal finance. Starting on TikTok, FinTeens has grown into a global community, offering interactive content and competitions. The group shares insights on topics like investing, budgeting, co…
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How to Get Ready for a Recession and Choose Enough Car Insurance
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34:39Learn how to prepare for a possible recession and make sure your car insurance coverage is enough to protect your finances. What should you do to get ready for a recession? How much car insurance coverage do you really need? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola discuss recession risks and car insurance basics to help you understand how to protect …
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It feels good to have avoided the recent market correction, but this only has value if I correctly time my re-entry. When do I pull the trigger and jump back in? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www…
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