WSJ Your Money Matters

The cost of rent has risen an average of 18% in the U.S. over the past two years, according to Redfin. WSJ reporter Will Parker joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how more cities are considering rent-control measures to make monthly payments more affordable for tenants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Americans frustrated with near-record gas prices might be thinking about purchasing an electric vehicle. WSJ reporter Rachel Wolfe joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss whether buying an EV is a practical way to save on gas expenses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pandemic-related grants and tax credits are contributing to a tax season that is more complex than usual. WSJ contributor Lori Ioannou joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss some common mistakes by taxpayers that could raise red flags and lead to an audit by the IRS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Visa and Mastercard plan to raise the fees they charge merchants every time consumers pay with a credit card. WSJ reporter AnnaMaria Andriotis joins host J.R. Whalen to explain what that could mean for consumers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After years of record lows, economists expect mortgage rates to rise in the coming weeks and months. WSJ personal-finance reporter Veronica Dagher joins host J.R. Whalen with tips for consumers on avoiding pitfalls in the mortgage process, and maintaining a strong credit rating in order to secure a more attractive interest rate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Veteran personal-finance journalist Tess Vigeland is host of the new Wall Street Journal podcast As We Work. She joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how the new show will explore the changing dynamics of the workplace and how to navigate them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Costs for streaming services and digital platforms are going up like nearly everything else. WSJ personal-technology columnist Nicole Nguyen joins host J.R. Whalen with tips on trimming your monthly subscription costs without missing your favorite shows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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