NerdWallet's Smart Money Podcast

NerdWallet's Smart Money Podcast

Author: NerdWallet Personal Finance Language: English Episodes: 100
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
Split-Expense Planning for Couples and the Winter Homebuying Advantage [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:39
Find out the best time to go home shopping and whether shared housing bills can affect your plans to retire together. Should you buy a house in the winter or wait for spring? How can you split housing costs and plan for…
Impulse Spending Fixes and PSLF Choices When You’re in Grad School [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:22
Get ideas for spending less in February and learn how deferment affects Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) payments. How can a month-long spending challenge reset your money habits? Should you keep paying student loa…
Banking in 2026: Best Banks to Consider and How to Avoid the Worst Fees [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:26
Find a bank that pays more, charges less, and keeps your money safe as rates adjust in 2026. How do you choose the best bank when savings rates are falling and fees won’t quit? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola discu…