Congress Plans Next Small-Business Aid Package
A new economic-aid plan being considered by Congress would differ in important ways from the relief packages that were passed in the spring. Economics reporter Amara Omeokwe explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Dec 15, 2020
7m
Millions of Renters Could Face Eviction in January
A federal moratorium on evictions of renters affected by the pandemic expires at the end of the month. Housing reporter Will Parker discusses the legal fights between tenants and landlords, as well as efforts to renew the moratorium. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m Dec 14, 2020
9m
Robinhood Trading App: A Seasoned Expert Puts It to the Test
The Robinhood stock-trading app has attracted millions of users with its easy way of buying and selling stock. But it also carries risk. "Intelligent Investor" columnist Jason Zweig tried it out and discusses his trades. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
14m Dec 11, 2020
14m
Pandemic Squeezes Pension Funds
Amid low bond rates, pension fund managers face a hard choice: take on increased risk or ask employers and workers to pay more into the system. Reporter Heather Gillers explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m Dec 10, 2020
9m
Working Out-of-State During the Pandemic? How to Avoid Tax Penalties.
Workers who relocated out-of-state could face high tax bills and penalties next year. Tax reporter Laura Saunders discusses steps to take to avoid any surprises from the IRS. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Dec 09, 2020
8m
Airline Rewards Cards Struggle to Keep Customers Amid Travel Bans
Nine months into the pandemic, credit-card companies are sweetening benefits for grounded travelers that are turned off by high annual fees and considering canceling their airline rewards cards. Reporter AnnaMaria Andriotis explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11m Dec 08, 2020
11m
Student-Loan Debt and the Burden on Parents
A new set of government data reveals the enormous amount of student-loan debt held by parents who have borrowed through the federal Parent Plus program. Reporter Andrea Fuller digs into the numbers to discuss which schools leave parents with the most debt. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10m Dec 07, 2020
10m
Class of 2020: Getting Their Job Search Back on Track
Recent college graduates expected to enter one of the strongest job markets in history, only to see their plans derailed by the pandemic. Personal Journal's Ellen Byron explains. Plus, recent graduate De Andre King explains how he adapted to the collapsed labor market and landed a job. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
15m Dec 04, 2020
15m
More Companies Reinstate 401(k) Matching Funds
A growing number of companies have resumed their policy of matching employees' contributions to 401(k) retirement accounts, after suspending them at the start of the pandemic. Retirement reporter Anne Tergesen explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Dec 03, 2020
6m
Why Some Millennials Are Sitting Out the Market Rally
Many millennials are taking a cautious approach to the current market rally. Personal-finance reporter Julia Carpenter explains why. Plus, one such investor discusses his priorities when managing his family's money. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Dec 02, 2020
6m
How Individual Investors Can Reduce Their Tax Bill by Year's End
Investors whose assets rose sharply amid this year's market rally could be in line for a hefty tax bill. Wall Street Journal contributor Tom Herman discusses ways to reduce your tax liability before the end of the year. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10m Dec 01, 2020
10m
How Covid-19 Will Affect the Economics of Retirement
The pandemic is reshaping how Americans will face retirement and aging. Retirement reporter Anne Tergesen explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10m Nov 30, 2020
10m
Black Friday Shopping: Avoid These Credit-Card Pitfalls
As Black Friday kicks off an unconventional holiday shopping season, personal-finance reporter Amber Burton explains how consumers can be diligent about their credit-card use. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Nov 27, 2020
7m
Dow 30000: Are Individual Investors Ready for What Comes Next?
The Dow Jones Industrial Average's record close above 30000 marks a 62% rally from its low in March. Markets reporter Michael Wursthorn explains the role that day traders' psychology played in the rally, and the discipline that may be needed to profit going forward. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11m Nov 25, 2020
11m
How Couples Can Navigate Pandemic Money Troubles
The pandemic has touched off arguments over household finances among many couples and partners. Personal finance reporter Veronica Dagher discusses tips from financial advisers for managing your budget. Plus, confidence coach Karol Ward suggests ways to build the courage to have tough money conversations. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m Nov 24, 2020
9m
Taxpayers On the Hook for Billions in Unpaid Student Loan Debt
Lenient loan methods by the government have resulted in student loan borrowers only being able to pay back a fraction of the $1.5 trillion in outstanding student loan debt. Economics reporter Josh Mitchell has exclusive details. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10m Nov 23, 2020
10m
WSJ Money Challenge: Updates on Saving, Communication and Retirement
If you're doing the WSJ's Six-Week Money Challenge, we want to hear about your experience. Call us at 315-992-8298 and leave us a voice message with your stories and lessons learned. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12m Nov 20, 2020
12m
Got Plans for Thanksgiving? Your Boss Wants to Know.
More companies are asking employees to avoid travel and large groups at Thanksgiving. Workplace reporter Chip Cutter explains what employers are-and aren't-allowed to do. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Nov 19, 2020
8m
What Travelers Should Expect From the Biden Administration
President-elect Joe Biden has promised to earmark substantial amounts of funding, and increase regulation, for the transportation industry. "Middle Seat" columnist Scott McCartney outlines the likely changes that travelers should expect. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Nov 18, 2020
8m
Is a Health Savings Account the Right Choice When Choosing Benefits?
A health savings account, or HSA, can be used to pay for medical expenses, and to save for retirement. Reporter Anne Tergesen explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Nov 17, 2020
8m
Joe Biden's Tax Plan Would Affect More Than Just the Rich
In addition to tax increases for corporations and the wealthy, President-elect Joe Biden's tax-increase wish list includes provisions that would affect people in lower income classes as well. Tax reporter Laura Saunders explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Nov 16, 2020
7m
How the Pandemic Has Changed Open-Enrollment
This year's open-enrollment period has been impacted by the coronavirus, so companies have adjusted their health benefits to cushion the pandemic shock. Our reporter Kathryn Dill says employers have made tweaks such as freezing premium rates and beefing up telemedicine offerings, in a bid to provide more stability for workers. Charlie Turner hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...
6m Nov 13, 2020
6m
How to Navigate Medicare's Open Enrollment
Reporter Anne Tergesen explains challenges facing older Americans signing up for Medicare benefits for next year, and discusses helping her father navigate myriad choices and costs. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m Nov 12, 2020
9m
Suburban Rents Climbing Due to Exodus from Cities
The scramble for suburban life due to the pandemic has driven up rents among single-family homes. Reporter Ryan Dezember explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m Nov 11, 2020
9m
Biden Tax Plan Could Face Roadblocks in Congress
President-elect Joe Biden's sweeping tax plan faces an uncertain future in Congress, regardless of which party is in control. Tax reporter Richard Rubin explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10m Nov 10, 2020
10m
Retiree Health-Care Funding Continues to Decline
Steep dropoffs in municipal revenue have forced cities and states to make further cuts to benefits once promised to retirees. WSJ's Logan Moore explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Nov 09, 2020
7m
Fewer International MBA Students Attending U.S. Business Schools
Enrollment among international students at top U.S. business schools has declined significantly amid pandemic-related travel restrictions and changing immigration policies. Reporter Patrick Thomas explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m Nov 06, 2020
9m
Few Americans Withdrew From Their 401(k) Due to Coronavirus
Under the federal Cares Act, Americans have been able to withdraw from their retirement accounts without penalty. Retirement reporter Anne Tergesen explains why relatively few people have done so. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Nov 05, 2020
7m
More Unmarried Couples Buy Homes Together
The number of unmarried couples in the U.S. buying homes has risen sharply in the past 20 years. Personal finance reporter Veronica Dagher explains the benefits and challenges facing them. Plus, Ohio resident Britta Koepf discusses the process of buying a home with her boyfriend. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m Nov 04, 2020
9m
Hotels Offer Rooms, Perks to Work-from-Home Employees
Hotel chains have begun renting rooms at day rates to at-home workers who seek privacy and quiet. Reporter Esther Fung explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Nov 03, 2020
6m
How to Network While Working From Home
The pandemic has upended the rules of networking, which used to almost always involve face-to-face meetings. Reporter Ray Smith explains, and Columbia Business School professor Dan Wang offers tips for getting your message across. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
14m Nov 02, 2020
14m
Don't Obsess Over Your Stocks on Election Day
Investors may feel anxious over how the results of the presidential election could affect their holdings, but Dan Egan, managing director of personal finance advisory company Betterment, explains why they should focus more on things they can control. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Oct 30, 2020
8m
Open Enrollment: Choosing Health Benefits in a Pandemic
The presence of Covid-19 means Americans signing up for next year's health benefits should spend more time than usual considering their coverage plan. Voya Financial's Mona Zielke has tips on which options to consider. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m Oct 29, 2020
9m
Strains on Rental Market Spark Fears of New Housing Crisis
Eviction protections are set to expire by January, yet many renters still face economic hardship and can't make monthly payments. Reporter Will Parker explains the potential crisis facing the rental market. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Oct 28, 2020
7m
Workers Exhaust Paid-Leave Time as Pandemic Stretches On
Workers like Tennessee resident Don Buchanan used up paid sick time from work while battling Covid-19. Reporter Lauren Weber explains how time-off rules passed by Congress didn't account for the pandemic stretching on for six months and running. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11m Oct 27, 2020
11m
How Repaying Student Loan Payments Could Add Pressure Next Year
Some people, like 26-year-old Chris Strong, have used the student loan deferment period to buff up their finances. But our personal finance reporter Julia Carpenter says others may hit a wall when they have to start paying again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Oct 26, 2020
8m
How Covid-19 Can Cause You to Make Unconscious Money Decisions
The pandemic has caused people to consciously make financial decisions, but it has also triggered subtle emotions that can unconsciously steer their decision-making. Duke University's John Payne explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m Oct 23, 2020
9m
Applying to College During Covid? Here's What to Ask
The pandemic has raised a whole new set of questions prospective college students should be asking before settling on where to go to school. Reporter Jillian Berman explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Oct 22, 2020
8m
How Businesses Seek Forgiveness for PPP Loans
Businesses that received Paycheck Protection Program funds from the Small Business Administration can receive forgiveness on those loans if they meet certain criteria. Economics reporter Amara Omeokwe explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Oct 21, 2020
7m
Should You Marry Someone for Their Health Insurance?
As health care takes a larger bite out of Americans' finances, some people are finding creative ways to cover the costs. Reporter Francesca Fontana discusses proposing to her husband, and bringing him onto her insurance plan. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12m Oct 20, 2020
12m
Credit Scores Rose to Record Levels During Pandemic
Consumer credit reporter AnnaMaria Andriotis explains why credit scores rose this summer, and the challenges that could pose to people hoping to secure a loan. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
13m Oct 19, 2020
13m
Which Companies Are Hiring Right Now?
The coronavirus pandemic has put tens of millions of people out of work, but in some industries there's a hiring boom. Reporter Patrick Thomas discusses where jobs can be found right now. Charlie Turner hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m Oct 16, 2020
9m
Airlines Sweeten Frequent-Flyer Deals to Lure Travelers
Many airlines are making award seats available at very cheap prices in miles or points to entice nervous passengers to travel once again. "Middle Seat" columnist Scott McCartney explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12m Oct 15, 2020
12m
How Your Cash Can Grow Amid Low Interest Rates
Americans have options to consider beyond the standard bank savings account to get their cash to grow. Personal finance reporter Julia Carpenter explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. If you're doing the WSJ's Six-Week Money Challenge, we want to hear about your experience. Call us at 315-992-8298 and leave us a voice message with your stories and lessons learned. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...
6m Oct 14, 2020
6m
Will Trump or Biden Win? Wall Street Hedges Its Bets.
Investors are placing bets on sectors likely to benefit from either outcome in November's presidential election. Markets reporter Amrith Ramkumar explains how market volatility can make it hard for individual investors to keep up. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10m Oct 13, 2020
10m
Want to Save on Taxes? Own a Business.
Business owners often find opportunities to reduce their tax bill by shielding expenses from the IRS, reducing their chances of being audited. Tax reporter Laura Saunders explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Oct 12, 2020
8m
How the Wealthiest Americans Recovered Their Pandemic Losses
Unlike millions of Americans that have struggled financially since the start of the pandemic, the nation's ultra-wealthy have recovered most of the losses they suffered in the first quarter. Reporter Katherine Clarke explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Oct 09, 2020
8m
When Does It Make Sense to Take a Buyout?
More companies are offering employees buyout packages to voluntarily leave their jobs. Retirement reporter Anne Tergesen outlines the questions workers should ask if they are offered a package. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m Oct 08, 2020
9m
Job Openings Slow After Strong Summer
Listings for available jobs fell in September after months of gains. Economics reporter Sarah Chaney explains why companies are pulling back hiring. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Oct 07, 2020
6m
How to Manage Student-Loan Debt to Get a Mortgage
Holding student debt can impede prospective homebuyers' chances of qualifying for a mortgage. Business writer Cheryl Winokur Munk offers strategies to help debt holders qualify for a mortgage. J.R. Whalen hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Oct 06, 2020
7m