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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Dec 14, 2025 • 17min
Feeling Late to the Game
I'm 39 years old and feeling very late to the game in terms of saving for retirement.
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Dec 13, 2025 • 15min
In Need of a Financial Gut Check
Knowing that I'm a bit of a worrier and always feeling a little anxious, it seems now would be a good time for a financial gut check.
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Dec 7, 2025 • 13min
Can I Accelerate Mortgage Payoff?
Seth from Cleveland seeks financial advice on whether to accelerate his mortgage payoff. With a $215K mortgage at just 3.3%, he explores his options. Jill advises against prepaying the mortgage, favoring investing over extra payments given the favorable returns expected. She suggests maxing out his Roth 401(k) instead and building an emergency fund. The conversation also touches on Seth's wedding plans, ensuring he's set financially as he embarks on this new chapter.
Dec 6, 2025 • 17min
Where to Direct Extra Cash Flow?
Now that I'm in a better position to save more cash, where should I be directing the surplus?
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Nov 30, 2025 • 20min
Am I Too Aggressive?
After being a stay at home mom and not saving for a decade, I'm looking to make up for lost time. Am I being too aggressive?
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Nov 29, 2025 • 25min
Considering Future Home Purchase
A couple considers leaving NYC for a family-friendly home in Upstate New York. They discuss target home prices and childcare costs, weighing the benefits of moving against their current financial stability. With a solid income and substantial savings, they evaluate using their brokerage account for a down payment while managing tax implications. The hosts encourage them to think about lifestyle choices and reassure them that the move can be reversible, emphasizing that assets should serve life goals.
Nov 23, 2025 • 21min
The Stages of Job Loss Part Two
The sluggish employment landscape explains why workers are now “job hugging,” rather than job hopping. The challenge is to fight the urge to hunker down and instead try to be proactive and focus on what you can control.
That means raise your hand for any new opportunity at your company, update your LinkedIn profile/fire up your network, and consider pursuing any side hustle that might help your cash flow and spark creativity.
For those who have been unlucky enough to lose a job, know that the loss is not just financial. I reached out to business Psychologist and Executive Coach Dr. Sharon Melnick, PhD, after talking to a variety of folks who were let go recently.
The author of two best-selling books, In Your Power and Success Under Stress, Sharon joins us this weekend to discuss the various stages of job loss.
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Nov 22, 2025 • 27min
The Stages of Job Loss Part One
The sluggish employment landscape explains why workers are now “job hugging,” rather than job hopping. The challenge is to fight the urge to hunker down and instead try to be proactive and focus on what you can control.
That means raise your hand for any new opportunity at your company, update your LinkedIn profile/fire up your network, and consider pursuing any side hustle that might help your cash flow and spark creativity.
For those who have been unlucky enough to lose a job, know that the loss is not just financial. I reached out to business Psychologist and Executive Coach Dr. Sharon Melnick, PhD, after talking to a variety of folks who were let go recently.
The author of two best-selling books, In Your Power and Success Under Stress, Sharon joins us this weekend to discuss the various stages of job loss.
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Nov 16, 2025 • 23min
Juggling Many Financial Goals
After going at it hard for quite a while, can we begin to pull back on our retirement savings?
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Nov 15, 2025 • 17min
Americans Rack Up Record Debt
A new Federal Reserve report shows total household debt is more than $18 trillion, which is equivalent to nearly half the size of the economy. We discuss some tips to help you cut down on your debt.
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