The ‘Sibling Discount’ for College Financial-Aid Is Ending
Families with two or more children in college may lose some financial aid under new government rules. WSJ’s Oyin Adedoyin joins host J.R. Whalen to explain how college expenses are likely to change for families. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Jul 25, 2023
6m
Why Credit Scores Tend to Decline in Retirement
Retirees often see their credit scores decline following their working years. WSJ personal-finance reporter Imani Moise joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why maintaining a high credit score still matters to many older Americans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Jul 24, 2023
7m
Why More Travelers Are Taking the Bus
More Americans are bypassing the airport and instead taking a bus to get to their destination. WSJ’s Ethan M. Steinberg joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the shift and how bus travel compares to taking a flight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Jul 21, 2023
8m
A Popular 401(k) Tax Break Is Going Away
Retirement savers who make “catch-up” contributions to their 401(k) account will lose an often-used tax deduction under new rules coming next year. WSJ’s Anne Tergesen joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Jul 20, 2023
8m
Pay Raises Are Finally Beating Inflation
Americans’ hourly wages rose an average of 4% in June, outpacing the current 3% rate of inflation. WSJ economics reporter Amara Omeokwe joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why that doesn’t necessarily mean more spending power for consumers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Jul 19, 2023
7m
Financial Mistakes to Avoid When Sending Kids Off to College
Funding a child’s education is typically one of the largest expenses a family takes on, yet they often make errors that can add to their costs. WSJ’s Cheryl Winokur Munk joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the most common missteps and how to avoid them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Jul 18, 2023
7m
The Battle Over Mondays in the Office
Even as many companies allow employees to continue to work a hybrid schedule, some managers are insisting that workers come into the office on Mondays. WSJ contributor Anne-Marie Chaker joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the pushback from workers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Jul 17, 2023
7m
Airline Credit Cards: Know the Perks, the Points and the Pitfalls
Airline-branded credit cards typically offer numerous travel benefits like points and miles. WSJ travel reporter Jacob Passy tells host J.R. Whalen why some travelers might find it’s not worth it financially to sign up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Jul 14, 2023
8m
Why You Should Challenge Those Self-Imposed Career and Life Deadlines
Many people have an internal timeline that sets deadlines for career and life milestones. WSJ “Work & Life” columnist Rachel Feintzeig joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why it may be time for those timelines to evolve. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Jul 13, 2023
7m
Some Retirees Are Full of Regret. Here’s How to Retire Better.
Many retirees say they regret not focusing on more than just saving money to live out their post-working years. WSJ personal-finance reporter Veronica Dagher joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Jul 12, 2023
7m
From Pause to Pay: Student-Loan Borrowers Prepare to Resume Payments
Many borrowers fear they may have to defer financial goals when they resume making student-loan payments. Host J.R. Whalen is joined by borrower Trey Watson and WSJ personal-finance reporter Joe Pinsker.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Jul 11, 2023
8m
For Stock Investing, Older Americans Are Thinking Young
Many older Americans are investing like younger people, putting more of their retirement savings in volatile assets such as stocks. WSJ retirement reporter Anne Tergesen joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Jul 10, 2023
8m
More Americans Are Losing Their Home Insurance
More people in the U.S. are losing their home-insurance coverage due to storms, lawsuits and rebuilding costs. WSJ personal-finance reporter Veronica Dagher joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how homeowners can prevent their insurance from being canceled and what they can do if it is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10m Jul 07, 2023
10m
Unlimited Flights for a Flat Fee: Is It Worth It?
Frontier Airlines offers passengers an “all-you-can-fly” program for a flat fee. Wall Street Journal “Carry On” columnist Dawn Gilbertson joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss whether the pass, which includes domestic and international flights, is worth your time and money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Jul 06, 2023
7m
More Wealthy Americans Are Shopping at the Dollar Stores
High-earning Americans who previously shunned discount stores like the Dollar Tree and Five Below are spending time in the aisles looking for bargains. WSJ personal-finance reporter Rachel Wolfe joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why they’ve changed their shopping habits.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Jul 05, 2023
7m
How to Prepare for the Resumption of Student Loan Payments
Americans holding federal student loans will be required to resume making payments after the Supreme Court struck down President Biden’s forgiveness plan. WSJ personal-finance reporter Julia Carpenter joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how the nation’s 40 million borrowers should prepare to resume making payments.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m Jul 03, 2023
9m
Why Your Bank Wants to Know How Much You Make
Banks are sending out more requests to customers for their annual salary information. WSJ personal-finance reporter Imani Moise joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why, a nd whether customers are obligated to reveal their earnings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Jun 30, 2023
8m
Why Fixer-Upper Homes Are So Unpopular Now
Homebuyers are shunning fixer-uppers, even though they often come with a reduced purchase price. WSJ personal-finance reporter Veronica Dagher joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why prospective buyers are looking elsewhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Jun 29, 2023
7m
How to Appeal When Your Health Insurer Rejects a Claim
Rejection of a claim by a health insurer isn’t uncommon, but many consumers aren’t aware of the process to fight back. WSJ reporter Anna Wilde Mathews joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the most effective ways to launch an appeal.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Jun 28, 2023
8m
Consumers Hate Fees, But Are Willing to Pay Them Anyway
Research shows that even when consumers know that taxes and fees will be tacked on to a product’s cost at checkout, they’re more likely to pay the bill instead of researching a better price. WSJ columnist Josh Zumbrun joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Jun 27, 2023
8m
How to Deal With the Office Jerk
A co-worker seen by others as an “office jerk” can be annoying, but also stand in the way of productivity. New York University psychology professor Tessa West joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how workers can overcome the fear of approaching an office-mate conducting themselves inappropriately. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m Jun 26, 2023
9m
Teen Accounts on Payment Apps Offer Lessons on Saving, Stock Trading
Teens are getting a head start in understanding personal finance through apps designed to help them manage money, with parental supervision. Host J.R. Whalen is joined by WSJ personal-finance reporter Oyin Adedoyin as well as a mother of twin 15-year olds who are active on several apps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10m Jun 23, 2023
10m
Why You Shouldn’t Check Your 401(k) During a Bull Market
Watching your 401(k) balance rise as stock markets trend higher might give savers a sense of comfort, but WSJ reporter Anne Tergesen tells host J.R. Whalen why financial experts say that could do long-term damage to your retirement portfolio . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Jun 22, 2023
8m
How Companies Are Addressing Worker Frustration
As more workers say they’re less engaged on the job, some companies are taking steps to improve the day-to-day experience for employees. WSJ’s Russell Adams joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why the changes don’t always include pay raises. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10m Jun 21, 2023
10m
Hiring the Class of 2023 Includes Trainings on Soft Skills
Many schools, businesses and recruiters are launching programs to address gaps in recent college grads’ face-to-face social skills to help them succeed in the workplace. WSJ’s Lindsay Ellis joins host J.R. Whalen to explain why.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Jun 20, 2023
8m
New-Lease Rents Are Declining for the First Time in Years
After several years of double-digit percentage increases, apartment-rent growth is falling for only the second time since the 2008 financial crisis. WSJ’s Will Parker joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why rents are declining, and what could drive them higher again.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Jun 16, 2023
8m
Worker Frustration Is On the Rise
Increased frustration among employees is impacting workplace productivity and employee retention. WSJ reporter Lindsay Ellis joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what’s fueling the shift among workers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Jun 15, 2023
8m
When Tipping Gets Awkward
Tip screens at a checkout counter where people typically make small purchases can make for some awkward moments between consumers and store workers. The WSJ’s Oyin Adedoyin joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss expectations when it comes to tipping.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m Jun 14, 2023
9m
Tax Rules for Sports Betting
In 2022, legal sports wagers on sites like FanDuel and DraftKings totaled $93.2 billion. Wall Street Journal tax reporter Laura Saunders joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss tax rules that sports bettors sometimes overlook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Jun 13, 2023
8m
How to Fit More ‘Me Time’ Into Your Schedule
Carving out time for yourself can have positive effects on your career and relationships.   WSJ “Work & Life” columnist Rachel Feintzeig joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why many people, especially women, struggle to include “me time” into their daily schedule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Jun 12, 2023
7m
Summer Travel: Be Prepared for Higher Prices. And Higher Fees.
Travelers are likely to run into fees tacked onto the higher costs of airline tickets, hotel rooms and rental cars this summer. WSJ travel columnist Dawn Gilbertson joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss ways to avoid these charges.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Jun 09, 2023
8m
Bond Investing: How a Robo Adviser Makes it Easy
In response to the growing popularity of bond investing, Wealthfront has introduced a robo-advisory tool to pick investments. WSJ personal-finance reporter Imani Moise joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how it works.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Jun 08, 2023
7m
How Workers Are Using Generative AI Tools to Increase Productivity
Freelancers and small-business owners are using artificial intelligence to boost output and their incomes. WSJ reporter Te-Ping Chen joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the benefits and risks associated with using generative AI tools in the workplace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Jun 07, 2023
8m
Why You Should Consider Having Both a 401(k) and an IRA
Having both a 401(k) and an IRA can boost your annual retirement contributions by 30%. WSJ contributor Michael Pollock joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what savers should know about each type of account. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Jun 06, 2023
7m
Student-Loan Repayment Freeze Is Ending. Are Your Finances Ready?
After a three-year pause, federal student-loan borrowers are scheduled to resume making monthly payments starting August 30th. WSJ reporter Julia Carpenter joins host J.R. Whalen with steps borrowers can take to lessen the impact on their finances.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Jun 05, 2023
7m
Inheriting the Family House? Consider These Financial Questions
The family home is one of the most expensive assets parents pass down to their children when they die. WSJ personal-finance reporter Veronica Dagher joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss financial and emotional questions adult children should consider. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Jun 02, 2023
8m
‘Baby Bonds’ Could Help End Poverty in America
A program under consideration by several states would pay thousands of dollars into trust accounts for children to help close the widening wealth gap. WSJ reporter Brenda León joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how the program would work.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Jun 01, 2023
6m
How Retailers and Businesses Can Capitalize on the Hybrid Workforce
As much as 40% of the nation’s workforce is splitting time between the office and working from home. WSJ contributor Alexandra Samuel joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how retailers could tailor their business models to engage hybrid workers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10m May 31, 2023
10m
Pandemic Whiplash Is Causing Young Americans to Ignore Their Bills
Many young Americans overwhelmed by financial stress brought on by the pandemic and inflation are avoiding their expenses. Host J.R. Whalen is joined by WSJ reporter Oyin Adedoyin and a 22-year-old man who struggled with his spending.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m May 30, 2023
9m
Summer Vacation: How to Avoid Skyrocketing Costs
Hotel prices and airfares up substantially compared to a year ago might cause some people to reconsider their summer vacation plans. WSJ travel columnist Dawn Gilbertson joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the trade-offs some travelers are making . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m May 26, 2023
7m
How Writing Paper Checks Can Expose You to Fraud and Theft
Writing out paper checks raises the chances of being the target of fraud and theft. The WSJ personal-finance team’s Oyin Adedoyin joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss ways to reduce those risks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m May 25, 2023
8m
How Paperwork Errors Cost Families Life-Insurance Payouts
Hundreds of families who paid life-insurance premiums were denied millions of dollars in death benefits because of missteps by both their employer and their insurance company. WSJ reporter Leslie Scism joins host J.R. Whalen to explain how it happened. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m May 24, 2023
9m
Why Companies Are Raising Prices Even as Consumer Confidence Wanes
Amid moderating inflation and signs that the economy may be headed toward a recession, many companies continue to raise prices. WSJ’s Suzanne Kapner joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how consumers are responding.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m May 23, 2023
7m
Why Health Savings Accounts Are Both Misunderstood and Underused
The amount Americans can contribute to a health savings account will rise to the largest-ever increase on record next year. WSJ personal-finance reporter Ashlea Ebeling joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what you should know about HSAs.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m May 22, 2023
7m
Forget Florida. Many Retirees Are Settling Down in Alabama.
The rising cost of living in Florida has caused many seniors to seek more affordable locations to spend their retirement years. WSJ contributor Cecilie Rohwedder joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why more Americans are choosing to live in Baldwin County, Alabama. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m May 19, 2023
8m
More Wives Who Outearn Their Husbands, Now Less Likely to Divorce
The share of marriage with women earning more than their husbands has tripled over the past 50 years. WSJ personal-finance reporter Julia Carpenter joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what has changed and why those marriages are less likely to end in divorce. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m May 18, 2023
7m
How to Get Insurers to Pay for Ozempic and Other Weight-Loss Drugs
Ozempic and other weight-loss drugs can list at $900 or more per month. WSJ’s Anne Wilde Mathews joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how to get your health insurance plan to cover these prescriptions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m May 17, 2023
9m
Some Buy Now, Pay Later Customers Are Facing Rejection
Some users of Buy Now, Pay Later programs like Klarna and Affirm say they have faced unexpected denials or lower spending limits when they try to make purchases. WSJ personal-finance reporter Imani Moise joins host J.R. Whalen to explain why the companies are tightening credit standards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m May 16, 2023
6m
Social Security Payments Could Be Affected if U.S. Hits Debt Limit
Concerns have risen about how Social Security payments, among other programs, would be affected if the U.S. reaches its debt ceiling and defaults on its loans. WSJ retirement reporter Anne Tergesen joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what retirees can expect. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m May 15, 2023
8m
Work-Life Balance: For Younger Workers, It’s Easier Said Than Done
Many millennials and Gen Z workers say their jobs are important to their own sense of identity. WSJ “On the Clock” columnist Callum Borchers joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how they struggle to balance that with scheduling personal time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m May 12, 2023
8m