MoneyWatch with Jill Schlesinger
CBS News
No jargon, no judgment — MoneyWatch is your no-nonsense guide to taking control of your finances. Join CBS News Business Analyst and Certified Financial Planner Jill Schlesinger and co-host Mark Talercio, CFP as they break down money matters in a way that actually makes sense. Feeling overwhelmed by financial decisions like tackling debt or planning for retirement? You're in the right place! Each episode, Jill and Mark go back to basics, diving into the financial topics you might be too embarrassed to ask about or stressed to face, offering practical real-world advice to help you build your financial confidence. Have a question you want us to answer on the show? Head to Jillonmoney.com and click the "Contact Us" button.New episodes drop every Saturday and Sunday because your finances shouldn't wait until Monday!
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Feb 11, 2025 • 20min
Sandwich Generation Feels the Squeeze
Mark and I chatting about how to ease financial strains while caring for both your parents and children.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVEYouTube: @jillonmoneyInstagram: @jillonmoneyTwitter: @jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 6, 2025 • 19min
A Guide to Better Credit Scores
My recent appearance from CBS Mornings and then Mark and I chatting about how to improve your FICO score as the national average hits 717.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVEYouTube: @jillonmoneyInstagram: @jillonmoneyTwitter: @jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 4, 2025 • 15min
Tax Season Is Open
The 2024 tax season is officially open. I joined CBS Mornings with the key details taxpayers should be aware of this season.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVEYouTube: @jillonmoneyInstagram: @jillonmoneyTwitter: @jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 30, 2025 • 19min
Rental Property Dilemma
With some rental properties as part of my portfolio, I'm wondering if it's time to sell one of them?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVEYouTube: @jillonmoneyInstagram: @jillonmoneyTwitter: @jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 28, 2025 • 18min
Navigating the Insurance Claim Process
On this episode Mark and I are discussing how to financially recover and navigate your insurance claim if you lose your home in a natural disaster.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVEYouTube: @jillonmoneyInstagram: @jillonmoneyTwitter: @jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 23, 2025 • 24min
Are We Taking the Right Steps?
We're in our mid 30s with two young children and would like to know if we are taking the right steps to set us up for financial success?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVEYouTube: @jillonmoneyInstagram: @jillonmoneyTwitter: @jillonmoney To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 21, 2025 • 15min
Tips for Paying Down Debt
Nearly half of Americans struggle with credit card debt. Discover effective strategies for managing and paying it down. Learn the importance of liquidity and when debt consolidation can be a smart move. Plus, explore the circumstances under which bankruptcy might be a viable option. Get ready to take control of your finances!
Jan 16, 2025 • 20min
Saving and Investment Priorities at 30
I'm a 30-year-old physician in residency training and I have reached some significant financial goals in the last year, and I'm wondering what I should be doing with my extra cash flow?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVEYouTube: @jillonmoneyInstagram: @jillonmoneyTwitter: @jillonmoney
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Jan 14, 2025 • 14min
Achieving Your Financial Goals in 2025
What's your financial goal for 2025? Saving more money? Paying off debt? Going all Roth all the time? Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVEYouTube: @jillonmoneyInstagram: @jillonmoneyTwitter: @jillonmoney
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Jan 9, 2025 • 19min
Should I Do a Career Reset?
As a career government employee, should I take my pension and do a career reset?Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVEYouTube: @jillonmoneyInstagram: @jillonmoneyTwitter: @jillonmoney
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