HerMoney with Jean Chatzky

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Ep 287: How To Retire Happy Oct 06, 2021

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What really makes us happy when it comes to our money? We often talk about the numbers, but what about the joy? Wes Moss, author of What the Happiest Retirees Know, shares what the happiest retirees in the world have in common, and how we can all walk a more joyful path as we age. In Mailbag, we discuss starting to save for retirement in your 40s, and the best resources for young women just starting their financial lives (Hint: Our new HerMoney book, How To Money, is the perfect place to start!) And in Thrive, what to do if you know you’re going to miss a credit card payment.

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Bonus Mailbag #30: Your IRA Questions, Answered Sep 30, 2021

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We dive into all your questions on whether you can be “too IRA focused,” what the truth about backdoor Roths really is, and whether or not you need a “Super Roth.” We also talk about saving in a SEP IRA when you have a full-time job + a side gig, and rolling a 401(k) into an IRA, all with the help of Ed Slott, CPA and author of: The New Retirement Savings Time Bomb. (You may have heard him on Episode 265: IRAs: Everything You Need To Know, and on Bonus Mailbag 26: The Ultimate Guide To IRAs.) If you have questions for an upcoming episode, please write to us at mailbag@hermoney.com!

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Ep 285: Facing Financial Abuse Sep 29, 2021

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This week’s episode tackles the sensitive topic of financial abuse, which may be difficult for some to hear. A staggering 99% of people in abusive relationships experience financial abuse, and this episode is dedicated to ensuring that all our listeners are able to get to a safe and secure place with their money. We sit down with Katie Hood, CEO of The One Love Foundation, and Rebecca, a woman who bravely shares her personal story of the financial abuse she endured, and was eventually able to escape from. We discuss what financial abuse looks like, how to escape, and how to help a friend.

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Ep 284: An Insider’s Guide To Cars: Buying & Selling Sep 22, 2021

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Are you looking to buy or sell a car? New and used vehicles have increased in price by 30% since the start of the pandemic, and women buy or jointly purchase 85% of all cars. This week, we take a deep dive into all your car questions, whether you're looking to buy new, buy used, or sell, with Scotty Reiss, founder of A Girls Guide to Cars. In Mailbag, we talk about cars damaged in natural disasters, and saving for retirement in your 30s + following the FIRE movement. And in Thrive, how not to get fired from your full-time job because of your side hustle.

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Ep 283: The Self Love, Self Worth Connection Sep 15, 2021

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This week we dive into all things body positivity, self-love, health and wellness, with Jessamyn Stanley, an internationally acclaimed voice in the wellness space. She’s the author of two books: Every Body Yoga and YOKE: My Yoga of Self Acceptance, which explores issues of self-love, body-positivity, and race. We discuss the intersection of health and money, the pandemic's impact on Black women, and more. In Mailbag, we discuss prioritizing student loans, a 401(k) and emergency fund, and how to invest a $130,000 profit on a home sale. In Thrive, how to save money on travel.

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Ep 282: Finding Success Without Losing Yourself Sep 08, 2021

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“Success” can be a loaded word — the journey there is not always healthy. There are sacrifices. There is burnout. And sometimes big paychecks translate into big headaches. But it’s possible to walk a path to greatness that feeds our soul without crushing it. Brad Stulberg, author of The Practice of Groundedness, shares what a sustainable model for success really looks like. In Mailbag, we talk about saving too much + what to do with your car if you’re moving overseas. In Thrive, how to know if your new job offer is really worth making the jump.

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Bonus Mailbag #29: What To Wear: Tailoring, Thrifting and Work Attire Sep 04, 2021

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Need a wardrobe refresh? In this week’s bonus Mailbag, we’re dishing on everything that goes into our closets. What should we be looking for at thrift stores? Is tailoring really worth it? What about dry cleaning? And when we head back to the office, what should we be wearing to work? Fashion and beauty expert Jacqui Stafford (who recently joined us for Episode 273: Help! I Have Nothing To Wear) is back to answer all your questions with her practical ‘best girlfriend’ style advice.

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Ep 281: The Truth About Couples And Money Sep 01, 2021

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44% of couples admit to arguing about money, and 18% of us identify money as our greatest relationship challenge. The truth is, we all need to be talking about our money more — a lot more. Stacey Watson, head of Life Event Planning at Fidelity Investments, shares how couples can get to a better, more empowered place in our relationships. In Mailbag, we discuss how to have a "retirement budget" and paying for private elementary school. In Thrive, why you already have a prenuptial agreement…even if you didn’t sign one.

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Ep 280: Taking Risks and Making Choices Aug 25, 2021

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The reason why risks seem like such a big deal is because we never really know if we’re going to be successful. We might fail. But what if we could approach our risk-taking with a better understanding of what’s required to achieve lasting success? Or with more faith that we could find a silver lining in the face of failure? Sukhinder Singh Cassidy, author of Choose Possibility, offers the ultimate guide to decision-making and risk-taking for anyone who's ever been afraid of making the wrong choice. In Mailbag, where to invest an extra $3,000 a month, and buying a home while earning $48,000. In Thrive, inherited wealth for millennials.

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Bonus Mailbag #28: Paying For College + Retirement Aug 23, 2021

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How can we ensure a healthy retirement for ourselves + a successful financial start for our children? This Mailbag-only episode is all about college and retirement. We talk 529s, 401(k)s. paying for college as a single mom, life insurance, and what to do if you're facing college bills + retirement in quick succession.

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