Money Girl

Get the scoop on what a reverse mortgage is, the different types, who can have one, and how much you can borrow. Plus, Laura outlines the main pros and cons to consider before getting one. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1K70a37 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Laura answers tax questions from readers, listeners, followers, and group members that will help you understand how to pay less tax, defer it, or to boost your tax refund and save more money every year. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1PRgHV2 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever wish you were more successful with your personal finances? Laura reviews 6 key habits of financially healthy people that can add up to transform your life and give you a more secure, happy future. Read the full transcript here: bit.ly/22LMkJi Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Laura covers 5 main advantages of having a mortgage, plus when it pays to wait for one. You'll find out whether you should pay off a mortgage early and how much debt you should have to maintain a healthy financial life. Read the full transcript here: bit.ly/1JYqU04 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Laura answers common investing questions from a young college student and a baby boomer. No matter if you're just starting out, getting close to retirement, or are somewhere in between, you'll get tips to make sure you have plenty of money for a comfortable retirement. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1O9dwNw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Laura answers a listener question about how to get out of a car lease early. Find out how car leasing works, what to do if you need to exit one before it expires, and how it compares to buying a vehicle. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1RpxFPU Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Laura answers questions about how replacements for lost or stolen credit cards affect your credit. Find out how to protect your credit and the best places to get your reports and credit scores for free. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1MhUJIv Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Laura explains a brand new type of retirement account called the myRA. Find out the pros and cons, who's eligible to have one, and how to set one up. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1JcPz0y Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Find out Money Girl's favorite radically simple and innovative places to invest money right now - no matter how much cash you have to spare. Read the transcipt: http://bit.ly/1BrQElw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Don't let common credit pitfalls hurt your financial life! Laura answer reader questions and covers 7 credit traps that could upset your personal finances if you’re not looking out for them. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1WV1whw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.