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Laura Adams provides short and friendly personal finance, small business, real estate, and investing tips to help you live a richer life. Whether you're just starting out or are already a savvy investor, Money Girl's advice will point you in the right direction.
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Jun 1, 2022 • 14min
3 Smart Strategies for Using a Health Savings Account
Laura breaks down the benefits of a health savings account (HSA), who qualifies to have one, and whether you should spend it or keep it invested for the long term.Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Get a copy of Laura's latest book Money-Smart Solopreneur: A Personal Finance System for Freelancers, Entrepreneurs, and Side-Hustlers in paperback, ebook, or audiobook!Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips.Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/money-girl-newsletterhttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDThttps://twitter.com/LauraAdamshttps://lauradadams.com/

May 25, 2022 • 15min
8 Pros and Cons of Investing in Crypto in Your 401(k)
Before buying bitcoin in your 401(k), understand the benefits and risks.Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Get a copy of Laura's latest book Money-Smart Solopreneur: A Personal Finance System for Freelancers, Entrepreneurs, and Side-Hustlers in paperback, ebook, or audiobook!Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips.Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/money-girl-newsletterhttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDThttps://twitter.com/LauraAdamshttps://lauradadams.com/

May 18, 2022 • 16min
6 Smart Money Moves When Interest Rates Rise
As interest rates rise, find out essential financial moves to save money. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips.Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/money-girl-newsletterhttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDThttps://twitter.com/LauraAdamshttps://lauradadams.com/

May 11, 2022 • 24min
Good Debt vs Bad Debt: Your Plan for Paying Off Debt Faster
Do you know the difference between good and bad debt? Laura explains why it's a critical concept for saving money, building wealth, and creating more financial security. Plus, she covers a simple 7-step plan for paying off debt fast.Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. Transcript is available at Simplecast.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter to get more personal finance tips.Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcastshttps://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribehttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDThttps://twitter.com/LauraAdams

May 4, 2022 • 21min
What does it mean to have a company vesting schedule?
If your employer offers a 401(k) match or stock options, they may come with a company vesting schedule. Find out what it means to be vested and how it should factor into decisions about your employment.
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Apr 27, 2022 • 21min
Can You Contribute to a 401k and an IRA in the Same Year?
Having more than one retirement plan can change the tax rules and benefits you receive. Laura explains what you need to know and how to get most most out of multiple retirement accounts in the same year.
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Apr 20, 2022 • 18min
What Happens If You Get Named a Personal Representative
To answer a Money Girl podcast listener question about being a personal representative, Laura interviews attorney Lauren Blair. They chat about planning your estate and being prepared to be an executor of someone's will after their death.
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Apr 13, 2022 • 21min
5 Things Every Home Buyer Should Know About Mortgage Points
Buying a home or refinancing a mortgage is a huge financial move! Laura helps you understand what mortgage points are and how to know if they're worth paying for as you shop around.
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Apr 6, 2022 • 28min
674 - 8 Steps to Prepare Your Finances for Homeownership
Are you ready for homeownership? Find out if buying a home is right for you, how much you can afford, ways to save for a down payment, and tips to get an affordable mortgage. The more you know about the home buying process and prepare your finances it, the cheaper and less stressful it will be.
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Mar 30, 2022 • 26min
Why BlockFi’s Founder Believes More Women Should Care About Crypto
To celebrate Women’s History Month, Laura interviewed Flori Marquez, co-founder of BlockFi, a crypto financial services company. They chat about the future of crypto, why you should care, and surprising sesults of the second annual Real Talk: Women x Crypto 2.0 survey.
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