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NerdWallet's Smart Money Podcast explores credit cards in 2026, discussing industry trends, buy now pay later options, rising fees, best credit card picks, and strategies for aligning credit card spending with personal values.
A financial expert helps a listener explore her money beliefs, navigate a career transition, and develop strategies for saving and investing on a tight income while moving in with her partner.
A couple discusses how to prioritize their budget after daycare expenses end, exploring options like boosting emergency savings, saving for their child's future, and potentially financing a home addition.
After losing her job, a listener navigates health insurance options, manages expenses, and maintains a positive mindset while strategically searching for her next remote position.
Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola review 2025's top financial stories, including tariffs, stock market volatility, housing market challenges, and Fed rate cuts, while Smart Travel podcast hosts help Elizabeth evaluate her stack of high-fee travel credit cards.
Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola explore balancing big life experiences with long-term financial goals, discussing Sean's wedding and honeymoon expenses, and whether it's smart to temporarily reduce retirement savings to save for a home down payment.
A look at the 2026 housing market reveals rising climate-driven insurance costs, shifting homebuyer demographics, and potential relief from mortgage rates stabilizing around 6%, while a listener explores Coast FI and retirement savings strategies with financial experts.
Hosts discuss how to donate effectively on Giving Tuesday and manage multiple credit cards without negatively impacting your credit score, featuring insights from experts on charitable giving and credit card strategy.
A financial therapist and NerdWallet writer discuss emotional spending habits, financial trauma, and strategies for improving one's relationship with money, followed by a deep dive into a listener's financial journey after job loss, exploring health insurance options, job searching, and maintaining financial stability.
A candid budget rehab session helps Shelby tackle credit card debt, explore balance transfer options, and strategize savings while managing high housing costs in Austin.
First-generation wealth builder Grace Vandecruze shares her inspiring journey from growing up with limited resources to building generational wealth through strategic financial planning, entrepreneurship, and a focus on financial literacy and insurance.
A dynamic podcast episode explores first-generation wealth building through the stories of entrepreneurs Ronnie Brown and Courtney Hale, and delves into the complex world of stablecoins and crypto investing.
A comprehensive guide to navigating open enrollment, covering dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental insurance options, with expert advice on choosing the right coverage based on personal health and financial needs.
A discussion on managing government shutdown scams and helping a fellow NerdWallet employee navigate household budgeting challenges with his spouse by exploring financial values, tracking expenses, and finding compromise.
Sean and Elizabeth discuss wedding and honeymoon budgeting, then dive deep into understanding credit reports with Amanda Barroso, walking through Sean's Experian credit report and explaining how to access free weekly credit reports from the three major bureaus.
A podcast episode exploring home-buying disclosure laws around paranormal activity and murders, followed by a deep dive into how to budget effectively for irregular expenses.
A couple discusses burnout, career changes, and the pros and cons of quiet quitting, featuring insights from a guest expert who quit her dream job without a backup plan.
In this episode of NerdWallet's Smart Money Podcast, Sean and Elizabeth discuss the importance of estate planning, explaining how creating a will and trust can help protect your assets and loved ones, and they also explore the nuances of informal lending between friends and family. The hosts provide practical advice on starting an estate plan, reviewing beneficiaries, and navigating family loans, emphasizing that these financial decisions are ultimately acts of love and care.