Jill on Money with Jill Schlesinger

Latest Episodes:

Social Security Strategies Oct 02, 2022

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When it comes to Social Security, it seems like there's a million different claiming strategies, but more times than not, less really is more.

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Planning After a Loss Oct 01, 2022

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When planning for retirement, life does not always move in a straight line, as you'll hear with our latest caller.

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How to Approach Bond Funds Sep 30, 2022

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Given that we are likely in a situation where interest rate hikes will continue to hammer fund prices for half a year or more, how should we be approaching bond funds?

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Welcome to Campaign HQ with David Plouffe Sep 29, 2022

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David Plouffe, former President Barack Obama’s campaign manager and White House Senior Advisor, returns for a new season with a deep dive into key states in the crucial midterm elections, and what it will take to win them. Plouffe’s guests are key operatives, local political reporters and independent pollsters, who don’t just have opinions about what is happening, they know what is happening, because they are the ones in the arena.

How Much to Put Down on a House? Sep 29, 2022

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With a new home purchase on the horizon, should we only put down the amount needed to ensure an affordable mortgage payment?

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How Can We Help My Ma In Law? Sep 28, 2022

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My wife’s mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s last year and it's looking like we're going to have to help with the expenses. How will this impact our retirement plan?

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SEP IRA or Solo 401(k)? Sep 27, 2022

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Now that I'm a freelancer and my income is starting to grow, I'm wondering what kind of retirement plan I should put in place for myself?

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Can We Cut Back and Start Enjoying Life? Sep 26, 2022

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With a young son in the mix, and after working in health care for many years, can we ease into retirement and spend more time enjoying life?

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Invest or Pay Down Mortgage? Sep 25, 2022

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With a little extra cash flow thanks to a recent raise, should I make extra payments on the mortgage or put the money to work in an investment account?

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Incorporating Additional Income Sep 24, 2022

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With a second income about to enter our household, how should we incorporate the additional money into our retirement planning?

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