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Summer Jobs: What Teens Need to Know About Taxes May 23, 2022

As teens gear up to start their summer jobs, many will have their first experience with the IRS when they get taxes and other deductions taken out of their paycheck. WSJ tax reporter Laura Saunders joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what summer workers, and their families, need to know.

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How to Protect Your Home’s Value Now Against Future Declines May 20, 2022

While homeowners ready to sell can benefit from prices that continue to hit record highs, those not ready to sell can use the equity in their home to hedge against future declines. WSJ contributor Brian O’Connor joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the strategies, and risks, for locking in the steep rise in home values.

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Why More Subprime Borrowers Are Defaulting on Their Loans May 19, 2022

After making their monthly payments through the first year and a half of the pandemic, more subprime borrowers are missing monthly payments on various types of loans. WSJ reporter AnnaMaria Andriotis joins host J.R. Whalen to explain why, and what it could mean for people’s ability to take out loans in the future.

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Unlimited Vacation Time: The Latest Corporate Perk May 18, 2022

More companies, such as the Wall Street bank Goldman Sachs, are offering employees an unlimited number of days off per year. WSJ workplace reporter Lindsay Ellis joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why companies are offering the perk, and the tradeof fs workers face when using it.

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Have Used-Car Prices Peaked? May 17, 2022

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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Personal Loans Make a Comeback: What You Need to Know Before Borrowing May 03, 2022

After a lull during the pandemic, lenders are offering personal loans to consumers once again. WSJ banking reporter AnnaMaria Andriotis joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why the loans are becoming popular again, and what borrowers need to watch out for when applying.

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From the Great Resignation to Regret Over Jumping Ship May 02, 2022

Many people who have resigned from their jobs during the pandemic in pursuit of bigger salaries have faced an unexpectedly frustrating path to a job they like. Host J.R. Whalen is joined by workplace reporter Kathryn Dill to discuss the trend, and California resident Faith Del Regno, who shares her experiences cycling through several jobs after quitting her old one.

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Repaying Student Loans: What Options Do You Have? Apr 29, 2022

Although some student-loan forgiveness plans have been discussed in Washington, nothing concrete has emerged. WSJ reporter Rebecca Ballhaus joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how borrowers can make a plan for paying back their student debt, and the various repayment options that are available.

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Graduate Degrees: Which Pay Off the Best? Apr 28, 2022

A master’s or other advanced degree can come with a heavier financial burden than that for undergrads, and doesn’t necessarily guarantee a career with a higher salary. WSJ reporter Andrea Fuller joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how students can prepare for that financial responsibility, and which graduate degrees offer the best return on investment.

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Applying for College Financial Aid: How It Works and Mistakes to Avoid Apr 27, 2022

Filling out all the forms required to secure college loans, grants and scholarships can be an intimidating process. WSJ higher-education reporter Melissa Korn joins host J.R. Whalen to break down the key steps in the process and discuss common mistakes students and families make.

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Bringing Down Tuition: How to Look Past College’s High Sticker Price Apr 26, 2022

The cost to attend some of the nation’s top private colleges and universities can scare many people away from even applying. WSJ reporter Andrea Fuller joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how students and families can comparison shop and find the best value for their education.

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