Money Girl's Quick and Dirty Tips for a Richer Life show

Money Girl's Quick and Dirty Tips for a Richer Life

Summary: Money Girl provides short and friendly personal finance, real estate, and investing tips to help you live a richer life. Whether you're just starting out or are already a savvy investor, Money Girl's advice will point you in the right direction. To download podcast episodes not shown here, visit QuickandDirtyTips.com

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 513 - Equifax Data Breach: 5 Steps to Protect Your Personal Finances | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:23:43

Cybercriminals hacked Equifax and took the personal information of 143 million Americans, about half of the U.S. adult population. If you have a credit report, there’s a good chance your personal information was exposed. Laura explains what happened and 5 steps you should take now to protect your financial life. Get the Money Girl book at http://www.MoneyGirlBook.com. Read the transcript at http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/node/11876 Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts FOLLOW MONEY GIRL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDT Twitter: https://twitter.com/LauraAdams

 512 MG Natural Disaster Survival: How to Save Yourself and Your Finances | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:28:21

Natural disasters happen no matter where you live. Laura explains how to be properly insured, get a fair claim settlement, apply for federal assistance, work with contractors, and avoid scams. You'll learn how prepare for and deal with any type of natural disaster so you ’re in the best position to save yourself and your finances. Get the Money Girl book at http://www.MoneyGirlBook.com.

 511 MG Tax Q&A: Tips for Remote Workers, Freelancers, and Expats | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:23:13

Taxes probably aren't your favorite topic, but the more you understand about them, the more money you can save by legally cutting your tax bill. Laura answers seven tax-related questions about working remotely, living abroad as an expat, and doing freelance work. Get the Money Girl book at http://www.MoneyGirlBook.com.

 510 MG Is Owning Gold a Smart Investment? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:18:37

If you've ever wondered if you should invest in precious metals, it's time to get more information. Laura answers a listener question about owning gold in light of the political climate. She'll explain why investors choose gold, how to buy it, and what amount might be right for your portfolio.

 509 MG Work from a Home Office? Claim a Tax Deduction and Save Money | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:22:10

Claiming the home office deduction is a smart way to make certain expenses fully or partially deductible. But there are strict rules to qualify. Find out who can claim the often-overlooked home office deduction, which expenses are deductible, and how to figure out the amount you can deduct. Maxing out legal tax breaks helps you keep more of your money so you reach your financial goals faster. Get the Money Girl book at http://www.MoneyGirlBook.com.

 508 MG Social Security—Secrets to Max Out Your Future Benefits | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:29:01

Laura interviews a Social Security expert about how the program works and what you need to know even if you're nowhere near retirement age. They discuss who's eligible for benefits, pros and cons of taking early retirement, how to avoid expensive Social Security mistakes, and the future of the program. Get the Money Girl book at http://MoneyGirlBook.com.

 507 MG How to Open an IRA—Understand Eligibility, Rollovers, and Early Retirement | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:26:06

Retirement accounts can be the best way to secure your future--but the rules can be confusing. Laura answers four IRA questions about who's eligible, the rules for doing rollovers, and tips to retire early. Get the Money Girl book at http://MoneyGirlBook.com.

 506 MG Should You Pay Off Debt Before Investing? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:29:15

Not sure whether to pay off a debt or to invest money instead? Laura covers the main pros and cons and shares a simple method to prioritize your precious resources so you accomplish key financial goals and build wealth as quickly as possible.

 505 MG Credit Q&A: Build Credit, Dispute Errors, and Prioritize Debt | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:25:04

Laura answers questions about how to build credit, manage credit utilization, correct credit errors, handle past due accounts, and prioritize debt the best way possible. Read or listen to the audio podcast for key tips to maintain good credit for life.

 504 MG Should You Use a 529 Plan to Pay for College? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:33:33

Money Girl interviews a 529 college savings plan expert on how to fund higher education for yourself, a child, or grandchild without going broke. Learn how to choose the right 529 plan and use it wisely, how much to save, what the funds can be used for, and the tax benefits that make these special accounts the perfect way to save for college.

 402 MG Finding the Right Partner for Life and Financial Success | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:15:50

Five important traits to look for when choosing a life partner (plus many to avoid) so you're more likely to have a happy and successful financial life together. Read the full podcast here: http://bit.ly/1F40uGs

 503 MG What Insurance College Kids Need and Tips to Save | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:20:04

Make sure you don't skimp on insurance needs for your college student. Laura answers a listener question about how to handle vehicles for students and shop for insurance. Plus, you'll learn other important considerations to protect your belongings and liability when you have kids away at school.

 502 MG Retirement Q&A: How to Choose Accounts, Manage Risk, and Cut Fees | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:21:06

Do you have concerns or unanswered questions about investing for retirement that have kept you from getting started? It's time to get more clarity so you can move your finances forward with confidence instead of staying stuck and never building wealth. Laura answer 3 questions about how to choose the best accounts, cut investment fees, and manage risk the best ways possible. Get the Money Girl book at http://MoneyGirlBook.com.

 501 MG How to Create a Profitable Side Business (and Keep Your Day Job) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:31:49

Want to become an entrepreneur while avoiding all the potential pitfalls? Laura interviews Patrick McGinnis, author of The 10% Entrepreneur about why you don't have to choose between your current career and starting a profitable side business. Find out how to balance financial stability and volatility with grace and embrace where even a part-time venture can lead you. Get the Money Girl book at http://www.MoneyGirlBook.com. Read the transcript at http://bit.ly/2sOhmWA Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts FOLLOW MONEY GIRL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDT Twitter: https://twitter.com/LauraAdams

 500 MG 500th Episode Special: The Story Behind Money Girl | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:18:38

Woohoo, it's the 500th episode of Money Girl! Let's celebrate by going behind the scenes. Laura shares the Money Girl story, how she got started as a personal finance expert and author, how the podcast began, its major influence on her career, and how the show gets created for you each week. Get the Money Girl book at http://www.MoneyGirlBook.com.

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