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Aug 19, 2019 • 15min

Should I refinance my student loans?

Refinancing student loans might save you money — if you’re a good candidate. But that’s not the only way to help manage your student debt. In this episode Dayana and Sean get to the bottom of when student loan refinancing is a good idea, so you can see if it’s right for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Aug 5, 2019 • 14min

My prescription drug costs are wrecking my budget. What can I do?

Having Type 1 diabetes can be expensive. Just ask Paloma Kemak, aka Glitter Glucose on Instagram, who pays over $1,000 a month for her insulin. Dayana and Sean talk with her about her experience living with diabetes and offer tips to help manage the costs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 22, 2019 • 11min

What's the best way to rack up travel rewards quickly?

You can rack up travel credit card points quickly — if you know the right tips. In this episode, Sean and Dayana give you the inside scoop so you can earn points and miles fast to fund a vacation on credit card rewards. For more, visit: https://www.nerdwallet.com/podcast/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 8, 2019 • 11min

Am I saving enough for retirement?

Here’s how to know if you’re saving enough for retirement — and what to do if you’re behind, or haven't even gotten started yet. Dayana and Sean explain easy steps to help you set aside a pot of gold to spend in your golden years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Nov 12, 2018 • 14min

Travel-Hack the Holidays

Want to make holiday travel a little less hectic? Dayana and Sean get the scoop from NerdWallet’s travel-hacking expert, Joe Cortez, to give you the insider tips to do just that. Learn how to cut lines, make the most of your Priority Pass and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Aug 16, 2017 • 17min

Inside student loan scams

Are companies that offer to reduce or eliminate your debt legit? We hear Selina’s story about what happened with her $60,000 student debt and tell you how to get real help. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Aug 9, 2017 • 14min

What's a side hustle and should I start one?

There are a lot of side gigs out there. (Nerds took some for a test drive!) Here’s how to tell which ones are worth it and which are scams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Aug 2, 2017 • 15min

I want to invest. How should I start?

We dive into the basics — getting financially ready, finding a good first investment, how to wade in safely and get over the fear of losing money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 26, 2017 • 20min

How to get out of debt: Interview with The Debt Free Guys

The Debt Free Guys, John Schneider and David Auten, reveal how they paid off over $50,000 in credit card debt, and the need for personal finance education in the LGBTQ community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 19, 2017 • 17min

Is a travel credit card right for me?

From application, to acceptance, to acquiring and using points, NerdWallet card sharks share tips on finding the right rewards program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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