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WSJ Your Money Briefing

Your Money Briefing is your personal-finance and career checklist, with the news that affects your money and what you do with it. From spending and saving to investing and taxes, the Wall Street Journal’s finance reporters and experts break down complicated money questions every weekday to help you make better decisions about managing your money.

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With Housing So Unaffordable, Do Sellers Still Have the Upper Hand? Jul 12, 2022

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Record home prices and higher mortgage rates have created the most expensive U.S. housing market in more than 15 years. WSJ housing reporter Nicole Friedman joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what that means for prospective home buyers, and signs that the balance of power could be starting to shift away from sellers .

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IRS Hikes Mileage Deduction to Ease Impact of High Gas Prices Jul 11, 2022

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In an unusual midyear move, the IRS has raised the standard mileage rate for the self-employed to 62.5 cents. WSJ personal-finance reporter Ashlea Ebeling joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss other ways that self-employed workers who rely on their car can save money.

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Should You Consider an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage? Jul 08, 2022

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Mortgage rates above 5% coupled with higher housing prices have caused some prospective homebuyers to consider an adjustable-rate mortgage, instead of a fixed-rate loan, to help reduce costs. WSJ personal-finance reporter Veronica Dag her joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the pros and cons of adjustable mortgages.

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Why Checking Your 401(k) Too Often Can Jeopardize Your Savings Jul 07, 2022

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Retirement savers might get the urge to peek at their 401(k) balance often during market volatility. But WSJ retirement reporter Anne Tergesen joins host J.R. Whalen to explain why researchers say that could lead to bad decisions and long-term losses.

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Inflation Pushes More Americans to Dip Into Savings Jul 06, 2022

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After building up record levels of savings over the first two years of the pandemic, many Americans are spending down that cash cushion to deal with inflation. WSJ reporter Rachel Louise Ensign joins host J.R. Whalen to explain what that means for people’s finances.

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Stock Market: What to Expect in the Second Half of 2022 Jul 05, 2022

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MJP Wealth Advisors President Brian Vendig joins host J.R. Whalen to explain how economic and global events are likely to shape stock-market performance in the last six months of the year.

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How to Save Money at the Gas Pump Jul 01, 2022

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Choosing the right credit-card rewards program or making sure your car has gotten the proper maintenance can save drivers as much as 30 cents off the price of a gallon of gas. WSJ personal-finance reporter J.J. McCorvey joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss ways drivers can save money at the pump.

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Need to Call the Airline? Don’t Use the Phone. Jun 30, 2022

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July 4th weekend travel could be frustrating for many passengers this year. Airlines have been plagued by delays and canceled flights, causing many passengers frustration when they try to reach customer service. WSJ travel columnist Dawn Gilbertson joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what passengers should expect, and options to consider aside from sitting on hold.

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Inflation Devouring Your Paycheck? Here’s How to Ask for a Raise. Jun 29, 2022

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Finance and career experts say high inflation and a hot job market make this an ideal time to ask for a raise. WSJ personal-finance reporter Julia Carpenter joins host J.R. Whalen with tips on what workers should, and should not, include in their argument when negotiating with the boss for a pay bump.

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How a $40 Gas Purchase Can Turn into a $175 Hold on Your Credit Card Jun 28, 2022

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Banks and gas stations are increasing the hold they place on consumers’ credit and debit cards to $175. WSJ reporter Ayse Kelce joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why it’s being done and how consumers can avoid the risks.

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