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Why Downsizing Your Home Isn’t the Money Move It Used to Be Oct 13, 2023

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Older Americans often downsize their home as their needs change. WSJ personal-finance reporter Veronica Dagher joins host J.R. Whalen to explain why many find downsizing doesn’t make financial sense in the current housing market.

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How to Manage Your Finances Before Tax Cuts Expire Oct 12, 2023

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Trump-era tax cuts are scheduled to expire in 2025. Wall Street Journal contributor Bailey McCann joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss moves experts suggest people can make now to prepare.

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Tuition Reimbursement: Why Now May Be the Time to Ask Your Employer to Help Oct 11, 2023

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Amid skyrocketing college costs, many companies are promoting tuition reimbursement as a benefit with the aim of attracting and retaining employees. Wall Street Journal contributor Cheryl Winokur Munk joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how reimbursement programs vary by company, and questions employees should ask.

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Investing in Bonds: What You Need to Know Oct 10, 2023

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As interest rates rise, more investors are considering bonds to complement stocks and mutual funds in their portfolios. WSJ personal-finance reporter Oyin Adedoyin joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the pros and cons of investing in bonds.

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How Autopay Can Cost You Money Oct 09, 2023

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Paying bills through automatic payments can be an easy way of managing your balances. Wall Street Journal personal-finance reporter Imani Moise joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how it can also lead to unexpected expenses and hurt your credit score.

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Why Americans Are Choosing to Splurge Instead of Save Oct 06, 2023

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With interest rates up and inflation remaining high, consumer spending should be on the decline. However, economists say household spending remains robust. Wall Street Journal consumer trends reporter Rachel Wolfe joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why some Americans are choosing trips and concert tickets over homeownership and retirement saving.

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Is Now a Good Time to Refinance Your Student Loans? Oct 05, 2023

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Student-loan borrowers resuming payments this month might consider refinancing their loan to rein in costs. Wall Street Journal reporter Gabriel T. Rubin joins host J.R. Whalen to explain why financial experts suggest borrowers should think twice before refinancing.

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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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