

Jill on Money with Jill Schlesinger
Audacy
Host Jill Schlesinger, CFP®, tackles sometimes uncomfortable and even controversial money and investing issues, without the financial jargon, to get to the heart of what’s important for anyone to know. Jill takes listener phone calls and interviews informative and entertaining guests each week to uncover surprising insights and provide actionable information so you can make the most of your money. Have a question you want us to answer on the show? Head to Jillonmoney.com and click the "Contact Us" button.
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Dec 11, 2024 • 14min
Can We Upgrade Our House?
Considering upgrading your home? They delve into the emotional and financial balances involved. Listen in as they provide guidance on navigating retirement and securing larger mortgages. Plus, there's a nudge to check out a wealth of online resources for enhancing your financial literacy. From personal to business finances, the focus is on making informed decisions with confidence and support.

Dec 10, 2024 • 18min
In Need of a Decumulation Plan
I believe we are set up for retirement, but need fresh eyes on our plan, especially when it comes to the decumulation phase.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVEYouTube: @jillonmoneyInstagram: @jillonmoneyTwitter: @jillonmoney"Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 9, 2024 • 20min
Can We Afford Two Homes?
We have two homes and the plan was to sell one. My wife recently started discussing trying to keep both houses, which causes me concern about our finances.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVEYouTube: @jillonmoneyInstagram: @jillonmoneyTwitter: @jillonmoney"Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 8, 2024 • 13min
In Our 40s and Planning for Retirement
What's the best way for us to plan for retirement as we head into our early 40s?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVEYouTube: @jillonmoneyInstagram: @jillonmoneyTwitter: @jillonmoney"Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 7, 2024 • 15min
Managing Lump Sum Payout
I took a lump sum pension payout and now I'm responsible for managing the money, which has me a bit worried.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVEYouTube: @jillonmoneyInstagram: @jillonmoneyTwitter: @jillonmoney"Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 6, 2024 • 17min
Roth Conversions and IRMAA
When I consider doing Roth conversions, how much attention should I be paying to the IRMAA numbers?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVEYouTube: @jillonmoneyInstagram: @jillonmoneyTwitter: @jillonmoney"Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 5, 2024 • 15min
Tax-Deferred 401(k) Problem
Should I just drain my tax-deferred funds between 61 and 70 (storing the excess in a brokerage account) before I reach RMD age or just bite the bullet and use my brokerage account to do Roth conversions while I am still working?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVEYouTube: @jillonmoneyInstagram: @jillonmoneyTwitter: @jillonmoney"Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 4, 2024 • 19min
Feeling the Financial Pinch
After a move, a house purchase, and two career pivots, we're feeling the pinch when it comes to our finances. Should we make some adjustments?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVEYouTube: @jillonmoneyInstagram: @jillonmoneyTwitter: @jillonmoney"Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 3, 2024 • 22min
When to Take Social Security?
My husband is in good health, but he was adopted and we have no knowledge of his family history. Do you have a recommendation for when he should start taking Social Security?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVEYouTube: @jillonmoneyInstagram: @jillonmoneyTwitter: @jillonmoney"Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 2, 2024 • 11min
Consumers Unnerved by Possible Tariffs
The best news for the U.S. economy right now is the labor market's consistent growth, but what's worrisome is President-elect Trump's proposed tariffs and how some proposed tax cut extensions might impact the national debt. I joined Face the Nation to discuss.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVEYouTube: @jillonmoneyInstagram: @jillonmoneyTwitter: @jillonmoney"Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices