HerMoney with Jean Chatzky

Vicki Robin, co-author of “Your Money Or Your Life,” challenged a generation of people to think critically about what they were really working toward financially, and how they could live authentically in a consumer-driven world.  Vicki and her late partner Joe Dominguez are credited with sowing the seeds of the FIRE movement (Financial Independence, Retire Early) as it is known today. Vicki speaks some hard and necessary truths about the concept of “enough,” and how we can fully embrace what’s “enough” for us. In Mailbag, how to build credit scores and credit history for young people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Husband and husband team David Auten and John Schneider are known as the “Debt Free Guys” for a reason. They offer some inspiring advice on how to live a fulfilling life without sacrificing financial security. They break down how to discuss financial anxiety with your partner, how to take a good look at what you may be doing wrong with your money, and how to weigh the financial priorities (and sacrifices) in your life. They also tackle the questions as to why the LGBTQ community assumes more debt than the heterosexual population, and why same-sex couples are 73% more likely to be denied a mortgage. In Mailbag, how credit cards closed due to inactivity may impact your credit score, whether you should contribute to your spouse’s 401(k), and tips on saving for grad school. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re feeling a little anxious about your finances, well, we don’t blame you. That’s why we sat down with wealth advisor Ed Butowsky, author of “Wealth Mismanagement.” He gets candid about the Federal Reserve’s recent rate cut, how to stay calm in the face of a potential market swings, and what the heck an inverted yield curve is, anyway. He gives us his suggestions for tried and true stock sectors that can weather any storm. In Mailbag, tips on reducing your credit card debt in the face of competing priorities, like student loans and your mortgage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jean sits down with Megan Schleck, co-founder and CEO of COIN, a conscious investing platform that allows us to put our money into companies making an impact in the areas we care most about. The pair discuss creating an avenue for everyday investors to have a place where their voice can be heard (for as little as $50!), and mission-based investing. In Mailbag, Jean and Kathryn talk about how age is more than just a number, and encouraging women in the C-suite. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cheryl Strauss Einhorn, author of the book, Investing in Financial Research: A Decision-Making System for Better Results, helps us break down the decision-making process and help us gain the confidence we need when faced with life’s big “what to dos.” She shares her method for decision-making, dives into the concept of risk, and explains how we can feel more empowered when navigating the emotional aspects of big decisions. In mailbag, helping a parent save for retirement when they’re new to the country, what to do when a child doesn’t qualify for a federal student grant or loan because of 'the parents’ savings, and getting out of debt after divorce. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Should you invest in crypto and blockchain? If you buy crypto, how do you use your money? Kiana Danial, author of Cryptocurrency Investing for Dummies, and CEO of InvestDiva, answers all our questions, and discusses her journey into investing in cryptocurrency. She shares her thoughts on exactly when we're all going to be able to use cryptocurrency in a "real" way, just as we would with any other purchasing app. Hint: The future isn't so very far away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When many people hear the word "wealth," they think about dollars and cents, but it's so much more than that, says Veronica Dagher, host of “The Secrets Of Wealthy Women” podcast. Veronica shares most important career and financial advice she's gotten from female CEOs and other women leaders. In mailbag, Jean tackles a questions from a listeners on funding home improvements, how to ask for a raise at your annual review, and whether or not to buy a home for your mother-in-law. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is ESG investing on your radar? That stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance, and it’s huge for people who want to invest in companies they can feel good about. Nicole Connolly, Head of ESG investing and Portfolio Manager for the Women’s Leadership Fund at Fidelity Investments, breaks down how we can all put our money where our mouth is when it comes to supporting companies that are doing the right thing. Nicole also talks about the Women’s Leadership Fund at Fidelity, a fund that invests in companies that support future female leaders. In mailbag, Jean breaks down tax laws for folks with side hustles, and talks about how we can all strike a balance between investing using your head and your heart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Krazy Coupon Lady Joanie Demer on what style of couponing may work best for you, and how 10 minutes of effort each week could save you $50. She discusses some of the mistakes she's made and the differences in the type of discounts offered by loyalty programs, in-store promotions and coupon stacking. In Mailbag, negotiating vacation days and a flexible schedule as part of your total compensation package, how to successfully consolidate retirement accounts, and whether or not there's a benchmark spending timeline for retirement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, 85% of millennials are planning to take career breaks, but returning to the workforce after time away can be much more challenging than landing that first job. Addie Swartz, CEO of ReacHIRE, a company that partners with Fortune 500 companies to create re-entry opportunities for women of all ages, at all stages of their careers, talks about the resources women need to get back to work, including free online courses, resume updates, and networking. In Mailbag, the best bank and investment account security protocols, ways to eliminate credit card debt, and why remote workers are happier and more productive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices