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Keeping Cost Down (and Coverage Up) When Your Teen Starts Driving
Is your teen about to start driving? Buckle up because it’s not just their world that’s changing; it’s your insurance and your wallet, too. We’re joined by insurance expert Alysia Boehner to break down everything you need to know about insuring youthful drivers. From when to notify your agent to what kind of vehicle and…
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Sudden Wealth? How to Build a Game Plan for Long-Term Success
Whether it’s a signing bonus, inheritance, business sale, or a lucky break, sudden wealth can change your life—but only if you manage it wisely. With the NFL Draft happening this coming week, we’re using it as a timely reminder: when the money comes fast, your decisions matter even more. We’re breaking down the financial habits,…
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Should You Only Hold Dividend Stocks in Retirement?
Is it wise to rely solely on dividend-paying stocks in retirement, or could that strategy backfire? Conventional wisdom says to reduce stock exposure as you age, but what if your dividend income covers your living expenses? In this episode of Wise Money, we explore whether holding only dividend stocks is a strategy you should consider…
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What’s The Right Emergency Fund for Your Financial Confidence
In today’s financial landscape, having the right emergency fund is more crucial than ever for maintaining your financial confidence. In this episode of The Wise Money Show, we are diving deep into the essentials of building an emergency fund that suits your unique needs. Discover how to determine the ideal amount to set aside, explore…
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Essential Planning for Homeowners Insurance When Moving
Are you planning to move into a new home? Securing homeowners’ insurance can be more complex than ever before. In this episode of Wise Money, we dive into the essential considerations and planning strategies you need to keep in mind when obtaining homeowners’ insurance for your new house. Join us as we discuss the latest…
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Tax Planning Successes and Misses You Should Learn From
Tax planning is one of the six areas of your financial plan, and yet, unlike tax preparation, there is no requirement or deadline to complete your tax planning. In this episode, we are sharing stories of successful tax planning strategies—ones that you can consider this year or in the future—as well as common pitfalls that…
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Your Roth IRA Questions Answered
The Roth IRA is a fantastic and versatile tool for your financial future. However, it has intricate rules that can cause confusion and uncertainty on how best to utilize this tool. In this episode of Wise Money, we are answering listener questions regarding the Roth IRA to help you understand how they work, their benefits,…
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Pro Tips for Managing Your Old 401k
Navigating the options for an old 401(k) from a previous employer is a crucial step in optimizing your long-term financial strategy. From rolling it over to a new employer’s plan, transferring it to an IRA, cashing it out, or others, there are many options available. In today’s episode, we’re breaking down the key choices available…
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Should You Save If You Don’t Plan on Retiring?
If you have a crystal clear vision of retirement, saving up today in order to accomplish that may come naturally. But what if that picture isn’t so clear, or what if you plan to never stop working? Should you still save for retirement if you plan to continue working? We’re answering that question and others…
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Top Tax Strategies for Your 2024 Tax Return
Every tax season, before you file your return, you need to answer three specific questions that will help you with your tax planning both for the tax return you’re preparing but also for the year ahead. We’re sharing those questions and creative tax strategies to improve your tax picture on this episode of Wise Money.…
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Super Catch-Up Contributions Explained: How to Maximize Your 401k
New in 2025 is a confusing rule regarding Catch-up Contributions to 401(k)s, 403(b)s, and SIMPLE IRAs. This confusion will lead to many people who are eligible to not take advantage of it. We’re explaining the new Super Catch-Up, clarifying the confusion around them, and sharing how you can take advantage of this new rule and…
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How to Transition Wealth
In the midst of the Great Wealth Transfer, where trillions are set to move from one generation to another, how do you ensure the transfer is a blessing and not a curse? Recent data suggest this is much harder than it seems, so what should you be doing right now to best transition wealth within…
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