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How Much Cash Should You Keep at Home in Case of an Emergency? Oct 04, 2023

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Financial advisors recommend keeping physical cash at home in the event of an emergency or natural disaster. Wall Street Journal personal finance bureau chief Jeremy Olshan joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how much cash should be put aside.

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Why the IRS Wants to Know About Your Eras Tour Tickets Oct 03, 2023

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A new tax law requires ticketing platforms like Ticketmaster and StubHub to give the IRS information about ticket sales over $600. After a year of expensive tours and live events, resellers could be in for a surprise come tax season. WSJ music industry reporter Anne Steele joins Ariana Aspuru to discuss.

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Child Care Faces Threat as Funding for Centers Expires Oct 02, 2023

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Federal funding for an estimated 70,000 child-care centers nationwide ran out on September 30. Wall Street Journal “Numbers” columnist Josh Zumbrun joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what families can expect going forward.

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It May Be Time to Rethink Your Perfect Career Plan Sep 29, 2023

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Many people envision an employment path with clearly defined steps up the career ladder. Wall Street Journal “Work & Life” columnist Rachel Feintzeig joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why being open to detours and unexpected obstacles can be a key to getting ahead.

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Your Student Loan Payments Could Be Cut in Half Under New Program Sep 28, 2023

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A new income-based, college-loan repayment program could significantly reduce borrowers’ loan balances. WSJ reporters Julia Carpenter and Gabriel T. Rubin join host J.R. Whalen to discuss how the “SAVE” program works.

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How to Avoid Burnout in a 60-Year Career Sep 27, 2023

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Younger workers who might be forced to work through their 70s or later before retiring might find the strategy of taking periodic career breaks could help them avoid burning out. Host J.R. Whalen is joined by WSJ “On the Clock” columnist Callum Borchers, as well as the head of a career re-entry program, who will discuss how workers should plan their career breaks, and how they can overcome challenges they’ll face when returning to the workplace.

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Is Your Boss Monitoring Your In-Office Attendance? Sep 26, 2023

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More companies are reviewing data showing when workers swiped their ID badges to enter the office, and how long they stayed. Wall Street Journal reporter Chip Cutter joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss penalties some employees face who are not adhering to return-to-office policies.

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How to Get a 3% Mortgage Rate in a 7% World Sep 25, 2023

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Assumable loans allow home sellers to transfer the more attractive rate they secured in the past to buyers. Wall Street Journal reporter Ben Eisen joins host J.R. Whalen to explain how they work, as well as the pros and cons.

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Why an Office Friday Just Isn’t the Vibe Anymore Sep 22, 2023

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In the post-Covid workplace, where many companies have taken exhaustive steps to create hybrid work schedules, employers and workers are still at odds over how to approach Fridays. WSJ contributor Alexandra Samuel joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the effect it has on business and morale.

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How to Borrow Money and Avoid Higher Interest Rates Sep 21, 2023

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Consumers who are wary of current high interest rates have several options allowing them to borrow at lower-interest levels. WSJ reporter Imani Moise joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the benefits and risks.

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