
Jill on Money with Jill Schlesinger
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.
Latest episodes

Feb 28, 2025 • 13min
Early Retirement From Federal Service
I'm a federal worker and have the possibility of accepting a voluntary early retirement. Given the current chaotic environment, I'm thinking I want to do it. Do I have enough saved?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

Feb 27, 2025 • 14min
Additional Retirement Savings Advice
Given that our retirement savings are so heavily skewed on the pre-tax side, I am wondering if increasing our Roth contributions is the right move.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

Feb 26, 2025 • 18min
Can I Take On More Risk?
We both plan to work and invest until we are 70, and possibly beyond in part-time roles, so I am wondering if we can be a bit more aggressive for the next few years?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

Feb 25, 2025 • 23min
Moving From Saver to Spender
We are just about to retire and the thought of spending the money rather than saving is a difficult shift. Any advice on how to make this transition?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

Feb 24, 2025 • 23min
Navigating Retirement in France
Now that I'm living in France, I would like to review my financial situation and get some guidance on how to transition to living off my savings after many years of working and being a very diligent saver. 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

Feb 21, 2025 • 37min
Alternative Investing With Fundrise CEO Ben Miller
Today we're joined by Ben Miller, co-founder & CEO of Fundrise, a real estate investment platform that uses technology to make high-quality real estate investments available to everyone at a low cost. Since launching its first offering in 2012, Fundrise has invested in more than $7 billion worth of real estate across the country. Today, they manage more than $2.87 billion of equity on behalf of more than 385,000+ individual investors.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

Feb 20, 2025 • 20min
What to Do With Pension Lump Sum?
My pension won't be coming for quite a few years, but I'm trying to plan now what the best course of action should be when the time comes.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

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Feb 19, 2025 • 17min
Is Now the Time for Fixed Index Annuities?
Explore the benefits and drawbacks of investing in fixed index annuities, especially for those with solid financial resources. Learn about effective retirement income strategies and the importance of claiming Social Security benefits at the right time. Hear a couple's inspiring financial journey towards building a robust retirement savings nearing $4 million. Delve into the significance of selecting the right financial advisor and the challenges of navigating portfolio management for long-term stability.

Feb 18, 2025 • 14min
Can I Reduce My Savings Rate?
My longterm plan of getting out of debt and having six months of emergency savings will be completed at the end of this year. Once that happens, can I reduce my savings rate?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

Feb 17, 2025 • 21min
Analyzing Deferred Comp Options
My wife has a deferred comp plan that annuitizes if she stays with the company until the age of 60, otherwise all deferred comp is paid in a lump sum. Should we be concerned?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