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Mar 20, 2024 • 16min

A Landmark Legal Settlement Could Make Home Buying and Selling More Complicated

Explore the impact of a historic legal settlement on real estate commissions and home prices. Understand the changes in agent payment structures and negotiation dynamics. Learn how the settlement could affect buyer-seller interactions and market competitiveness.
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Mar 18, 2024 • 32min

Automate Your Way to Building Wealth with Vivian Tu, “Your Rich BFF”

Learn how to adopt a millionaire's mindset for wealth building. Explore career choices leading to income growth. Get tips on setting financial goals for spring and planning home improvements. Discover strategies for passive income, salary negotiation, and side hustles from 'Your Rich BFF'. Dive into discussions on financial growth, wealth-building, and career advancement.
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Mar 14, 2024 • 25min

Group Vacations: Affordable Accommodations, Cost-Splitting, and Embracing Flexibility

Discover tips for group travel accommodations, cost-splitting, and meal planning. Learn about finding affordable stays, balancing hotels vs. vacation rentals, and organizing group activities. Explore strategies for sharing expenses, managing group dynamics, and creating a memorable vacation experience.
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Mar 13, 2024 • 12min

Crypto Makes Another Comeback: What's Different This Time?

The podcast delves into the recent resurgence of cryptocurrency, particularly Bitcoin, discussing factors like blockchain reward halving and spot Bitcoin ETFs. They explore the controversies surrounding cryptocurrency, its use as an alternative investment, and the environmental impact of mining. Topics include bitcoin ETFs, digital currencies, crypto investing, volatility, and DeFi, shedding light on the divisive nature of the market.
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Mar 11, 2024 • 35min

How to Choose Between Paying Debt and Investing After a Windfall

Join the hosts as they discuss learning from financial mistakes, debate between paying off debt or investing a windfall, managing high-interest credit card debt, building emergency funds, planning for retirement, and maximizing returns in 529 accounts.
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Mar 7, 2024 • 30min

Elevate Your Family & Group Getaways: Get Travel Deals with Smart Planning and Points

Learn how to plan affordable family and group getaways with expert tips on maximizing travel points and credit card perks. Discover strategies for booking flights, saving on seat selection fees, and leveraging Southwest Airlines perks. Dive into the world of travel rewards, budget travel, and smart planning for memorable group vacations.
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Mar 6, 2024 • 11min

“Dynamic Pricing” Could Save You Money at the Drive-Through

Learn about how 'dynamic pricing' in fast food could save you money. Dive into the differences between surge pricing and dynamic pricing, and discover how AI technology can impact consumer discounts. Explore Wendy's controversial pricing strategy, the potential applications of dynamic pricing in various industries, and the role of artificial intelligence in shaping pricing strategies.
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Mar 4, 2024 • 27min

Tips to Save on Groceries and Navigate Tax Season

Learn how to save on groceries by comparing prices and using curbside pickup. Get expert tax advice on IRS updates, filing methods, and maximizing deductions. Discover the financial benefits of a plant-based diet and explore how to navigate tax season stress-free.
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Feb 29, 2024 • 22min

Revitalize Your Budget with a 30-Day Money Cleanse

Embark on a 30-day money cleanse journey to align spending with joy and values. Learn about budget optimization, money journals, visualization techniques, and money parties for financial empowerment and savings. Discover the benefits of frugal living and aligning spending with personal values for a more fulfilling financial approach.
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Feb 28, 2024 • 13min

Student Loan Debt Relief and the SAVE Plan’s Future with Secretary Miguel Cardona

The podcast delves into the early rollout of $1.2B in student loan forgiveness and the motivations behind prioritizing debt relief. U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona discusses the SAVE plan, offering insights into who benefits and how eligible borrowers will be notified. They also explore the impact of debt cancellation on student loan borrowers and future strategies to make higher education more accessible and affordable.

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