NerdWallet's Smart Money Podcast

NerdWallet's Smart Money Podcast

Author: NerdWallet Personal Finance Language: English Episodes: 50
Money can feel complicated, but it doesn't have to be a source of constant stress. On NerdWallet's Smart Money Podcast, the team of experienced personal finance journalists from NerdWallet takes the questions you're actually asking and turns them into a straightforward conversation. You'll hear them unpack the nuances of everyday financial choices, from figuring out the right way to budget for an irregular income to demystifying how to start investing without a huge sum of money. They tackle everything-credit card strategies, the true costs of homeownership, and effective saving techniques-by cutting through the noise and popular myths. Every discussion is rooted in careful research and a practical understanding of how people live their lives, ensuring the advice you get is both credible and immediately useful. Tuning into this podcast feels like getting reliable guidance from a knowledgeable friend who wants you to succeed. Each episode leaves you with a clearer perspective and concrete steps you can take to feel more in control of your financial future, building confidence one decision at a time.
Episodes
IUL Insurance: Recession-Proof or a Risky Bet for Your Retirement? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:25
Is indexed universal life insurance “recession-proof?” Learn how it really works and whether it belongs in your retirement plan. Hosts Sean Pyles, CFP®, and Elizabeth Ayoola speak with NerdWallet insurance writer Elizabe…
CFP vs. CPA vs. CFA: The Only One Most People Need [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:33
Which financial pro do you need: a CFP, CPA or CFA? Plus, an economist explains why "good" economic data doesn't always feel that way. Hosts Sean Pyles, CFP®, and Elizabeth Ayoola sit down live, in-studio, with a listene…