Even in the toughest financial times, you can get a windfall of money and have no idea what to do with it. In this episode of Edelman Financial Engines’ Everyday Wealth™, Soledad, Jean and wealth planner Jason Cowans talk about what to do if you’re one of those lucky people who come into sudden wealth – either through an inheritance, a divorce or lawsuit settlements, or even the lottery – to help make the most of your money.   This show is pre-recorded, and any callers are prescreened. Main Radio Page: Ms. Chatzky and Ms. O’Brien receive cash compensation for acting as hosts of the Everyday Wealth radio show and podcast and for related activities and therefore have an incentive to endorse Edelman Financial Engines and its planners.  That compensation is a fixed sum paid on an annual basis; and reimbursement for certain expenses.  The amount paid each year does not vary, is not based on show content or any results-dependent factors (e.g., popularity of the show). Neither Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C. nor its affiliates offer tax or legal advice. Interested parties are strongly encouraged to seek advice from qualified tax and/or legal experts regarding the best options for your particular circumstances.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To avoid layoffs, some companies are choosing to offer early retirement packages to some employees. In this highlight, Soledad, Jean, and Edelman Financial Engines wealth planner John McCafferty discuss what a good early retirement package can include, and what to consider if you’re offered one. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With open enrollment season right around the corner, Jean, Soledad, and Edelman Financial Engines wealth planner John McCafferty discuss considerations to make when it comes to long-term and short-term disability, life insurance and 401K contributions.   Neither Edelman Financial Engines nor any of its affiliates, or their advisors, sell insurance products. EFE’s affiliates may receive insurance related compensation for the referral of insurance opportunities to third parties if individuals elect to purchase insurance through those third parties.  Neither Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C. nor its affiliates offer tax or legal advice. Interested parties are strongly encouraged to seek advice from qualified tax and/or legal experts regarding the best options for your particular circumstances.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics covered: Year end financial review checklist, current financial plan review, risk tolerance assessment, questions to ask financial advisor, investing strategies, asset allocation, diversification, rebalancing, importance of effective communication and goal-setting in financial planning

Recession, inflation, rising interest rates. Wondering what today's economic challenges mean for you? In this highlight, you’ll get a sneak peek into Edelman Financial Engines’ new webinar, “The Economic Storm of 2022 and Your Wealth,” a round-table discussion hosted by Jean Chatzky and featuring wealth planners from Edelman Financial Engines, happening on September 20 at 2 p.m. or 8 p.m. ET. You’ll get timely insights into today’s market situation – and learn steps to consider now. You can register at PlanEFE.com with no cost or obligation.   Investing strategies, such as asset allocation, diversification or rebalancing, do not ensure or guarantee better performance and cannot eliminate the risk of investment losses. All investments have inherent risks, including loss of principal. There are no guarantees that a portfolio employing these or any other strategy will outperform a portfolio that does not engage in such strategies. Past performance does not guarantee future results.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As fall approaches, many people are feeling the need to do something before the end of the year, both personally and financially. This week on Edelman Financial Engines’ Everyday WealthTM, Jean, Soledad and Edelman Financial Engines’ planner John McCafferty discuss the opportunities you don’t want to miss out on on your financial planning checklist heading into the final stretch of the year including your year end financial review, open enrollment, 401k contributions, and what to do if you’re offered an early retirement package. Later in the episode, there’s a sneak peek of Edelman Financial Engines’ upcoming webinar “The Economic Storm of 2022 and Your Wealth” hosted by Jean Chatzky, where you’ll get timely insights into today's market situation.     This show is pre-recorded, and any callers are prescreened. Ms. Chatzky and Ms. O’Brien receive cash compensation for acting as hosts of the Everyday Wealth radio show and podcast and for related activities and therefore have an incentive to endorse Edelman Financial Engines and its planners.  That compensation is a fixed sum paid on an annual basis; and reimbursement for certain expenses.  The amount paid each year does not vary, is not based on show content or any results-dependent factors (e.g., popularity of the show). Investing strategies, such as asset allocation, diversification or rebalancing, do not ensure or guarantee better performance and cannot eliminate the risk of investment losses. All investments have inherent risks, including loss of principal. There are no guarantees that a portfolio employing these or any other strategy will outperform a portfolio that does not engage in such strategies. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Neither Edelman Financial Engines nor any of its affiliates, or their advisors, sell insurance products. EFE’s affiliates may receive insurance related compensation for the referral of insurance opportunities to third parties if individuals elect to purchase insurance through those third parties.  Neither Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C. nor its affiliates offer tax or legal advice. Interested parties are strongly encouraged to seek advice from qualified tax and/or legal experts regarding the best options for your particular circumstances.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you’re thinking about renting your house on Airbnb, there are a few things to consider. Edelman Financial Engines wealth planner Rose Niang, Jean and Soledad break down what you need to know before you decide.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Soledad, Jean, and Edelman Financial Engines wealth planner Rose Niang discuss the correlation between home prices and inflation and whether or not it's a good time to buy a second home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you one of the lucky people who has a pension? If you are, and you retire now, should you take a lump sum or monthly payments? And why do time and interest rates play such a critical role in this decision? In this segment, Soledad, Jean, and Edelman Financial Engines wealth planner Rose Niang explore what you need to know when it comes to pensions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this highlight, Jean, Soledad, and Edelman Financial Engines wealth planner Rose Niang talk about the big pinch of increased financing costs amid high interest rates, higher prices that consumers may feel on big ticket items due to inflation, home improvements, and what to consider before making a purchase. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.