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
What Happens When You Trade Your Home for a Debt-Free Start? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:08
Is tapping your home equity ever a smart way to reset your finances? One listener’s story reveals what to weigh before selling. Should you sell your house to wipe out credit card debt and start over? What are the hidden…
More Money, More Priorities: Don’t Let a Bigger Paycheck Go to Waste [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:19
New job, more income — now what? Hear how one listener is managing his Roth IRA, health savings account, high-yield savings, and more. Is it smart to use a Roth IRA like a savings account? How should you prioritize your…
The Right Way to Dodge Scams, Plus Learn How Robo-Investing Works [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:56
Learn how to dodge scams to protect your money, then understand how to compare robo vs. traditional investment risks. What should you do if your credit card is compromised in a scam? Are robo-advisors riskier than tradit…