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Apr 11, 2024 • 31min

How To Guard Against Cyber Fraud: Essential Steps to Protect Your Identity

Discover essential steps to protect yourself against cyber fraud, including identifying fraudulent activity, enhancing personal banking security, and recovering from identity theft. Learn about the rise of new account fraud, the impact of zero-day vulnerabilities, and the importance of staying vigilant with software updates. Explore personal experiences of falling victim to deceptive banking scams and cyber fraud, emphasizing the emotional toll and the need for empathy and support for victims.
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Apr 10, 2024 • 15min

Summer Travel Insights: Maximize Your Vacation Budget

NerdWallet's travel rewards expert Sally French joins hosts Sean Pyles and Anna Helhoski to discuss summer travel trends, airline fees, and budgeting tips. They also cover the latest employment report and a new student loan relief program in the financial landscape.
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Apr 8, 2024 • 40min

How to Own a Home: Strategies for Buying, Selling, and Improving

In this podcast, they discuss strategies for buying, selling, and improving homes, including the best money spent recently, shopping for title agencies, using home equity for investments, and home improvement financing. They explore the emotional connection to purchases, navigating home repairs, and prioritizing functional upgrades over aesthetic improvements for personal enjoyment.
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Apr 4, 2024 • 34min

Things You Can Do Right Now to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft

Learn practical tips to protect yourself from identity theft and financial scams, including setting up fraud alerts and freezing your credit. Dive into the challenges of authentication online and the misuse of social security numbers. Explore the rise in data breaches, the importance of questioning suspicious communications, and the need for improved authentication methods.
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Apr 3, 2024 • 18min

Decoding Economic Health: Inflation, Growth, and Employment Trends

NerdWallet data journalist Elizabeth Rente joins hosts Sean Pyles and Anna Helhoski to discuss the current state of the economy, focusing on wage growth, inflation rates, and employment trends. They also explore consumer confidence, credit card settlement news, and the legacy of Daniel Kahneman in behavioral finance. Insights into the interconnected relationship among economic indicators and their implications for financial decisions are highlighted.
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Apr 1, 2024 • 23min

Diversify Your Portfolio: A Guide to Roth vs. Traditional Retirement Accounts

Learn about expense ratios and how to choose between Roth and traditional retirement accounts on this informative podcast. Discover the impact of fees on investment returns, tax implications of different accounts, and the importance of balancing retirement savings with immediate financial needs.
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Mar 28, 2024 • 25min

Plan Your Next Cruise: Tips on Booking, Excursions and Entertainment

Learn about the benefits of booking a group cruise, managing travel costs, and utilizing onboard amenities. Explore tips on selecting destinations, booking excursions, and maximizing shared travel experiences. Discover the advantages of group cruises for family bonding and convenience, along with insights on planning a memorable group vacation at sea.
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Mar 27, 2024 • 13min

Money in Your Pocket: Biden's Bid to Banish College Junk Fees

Neera Tanden, domestic policy advisor to President Biden, discusses tackling junk fees for college students. They delve into hidden fees like textbook costs, unused meal plan dollars, and more than $1 billion annual impact. The hosts also cover FAFSA troubles, Federal Reserve updates, and housing market surge in a comprehensive roundup.
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Mar 25, 2024 • 27min

How Secure and Private Are Your Digital Wallet Transactions? Apple Pay, Google Pay, Venmo and More

Debunking credit score myths and discussing the safety of digital wallets like Apple Pay and Venmo. Exploring transaction tokenization, privacy settings, and the role of device security in protecting digital transactions.
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Mar 21, 2024 • 26min

Save on Travel Transportation: Your Guide to Rental Cars, RVs and Public Transit

Learn how to save on travel transportation with rental cars, RVs, and public transit. Discover tips for group travel, rental car savings, RV adventures, and the convenience of public transportation in urban settings. Explore alternative transportation options like electric cars, peer-to-peer rentals, and hop-on hop-off buses. Get ready for efficient and economical ways to move your squad around during your next trip!

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