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Have Used-Car Prices Peaked? May 17, 2022

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After steadily rising to record levels along with new-car prices during the pandemic, prices for pre-owned vehicles have been lower in recent months. WSJ autos reporter Ryan Felton joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why prices are falling and how that is affecting buyers of both new and used cars.

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Why Old Travel Cost-Saving Tricks Might Not Work This Year May 16, 2022

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With prices for flights, lodging and car rentals on the rise, your summer trip may cost a lot more this year. What’s worse, previous tactics that travelers relied on to save money might not work as well right now. WSJ travel reporter Jacob Passy joins host Trenae Nuri to discuss why.

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Rent or Buy: With Home Prices Soaring, Which Is Better? May 13, 2022

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Owning a home has traditionally been seen as a good long-term financial move over renting. But with home prices climbing along with rent, is that still the case? WSJ housing reporter Will Parker joins host Trenae Nuri to discuss the new math on whether it makes more financial sense to rent or buy a home.

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Why It Pays to Automate Your Personal Finances May 12, 2022

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Prices are up. Stocks are down. And that’s leading a lot of households to rethink their budgets and investments. But there are various tools available that can automate your day-to-day financial decisions. WSJ personal-finance reporter J.J. McCorvey joins host Trenae Nuri to discuss how robo advisers powered by AI could protect you from making important financial moves based on emotion.

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Teen Workers Find They’re in High Demand May 11, 2022

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In the tight labor market, new workers are in high demand. And that’s good news for teenagers who want a job. Teen unemployment is near its lowest level in decades, as businesses look to them to help fill a record number of open positions. WSJ workforce reporter Kathryn Dill joins host Trenae Nuri to discuss how businesses are attracting and retaining teenage workers, and Houston restaurateur Itai Ben Eli discusses working with a young staff.

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Is Paying for Identity-Theft Protection Worth It? May 10, 2022

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The Federal Trade Commission received nearly 1.4 million reports of identity theft last year, double from 2019. Now more people are considering paying for identity-theft protection services. WSJ contributor Cheryl Winokur Munk joins host Trenae Nuri to discuss how consumers can decide if those services are worth it.

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How the Class of 2022 Can Fine-Tune Its Message for Recruiters May 09, 2022

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Students graduating from college this spring have made it clear they're seeking a sense of community and connection in their first job. But their message may not be resonating with recruiters and hiring managers. La Salle Network staffing company founder and CEO Tom Gimbel joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how grads can sharpen their message to ease the path to their first job.

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Why Dividend Stocks Are Getting More Attention From Investors May 06, 2022

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Stocks that pay dividends have regained popularity this year. WSJ markets reporter Akane Otani joins host J.R. Whalen to explain why they are becoming more attractive to investors and how financial advisers suggest people select dividend stocks to include in their portfolio.

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Rising Interest Rates: How to Protect Your Finances May 05, 2022

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The Federal Reserve approved plans to raise interest rates by half a percentage point, and more rate hikes are expected later in the year. WSJ personal-finance reporter Julia Carpenter joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what higher interest rates mean for consumers’ credit-card balances, student loans and mortgages, and some steps they can take to protect their personal finances.

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Should You Add Bitcoin to Your 401(k) Retirement Plan? May 04, 2022

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Fidelity will soon allow companies whose 401(k) retirement plans it administers to include bitcoin as an investment option for employees. WSJ retirement reporter Anne Tergesen joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what retirement savers should consider before adding a risky investment like bitcoin to their portfolio.

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