Laura answers a listener’s question about paying tax when selling an investment and what to do with the extra cash. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a money question? Send an email to money@quick

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Time Value of Money (TVM) and Calculating Investment Returns

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5 Steps to Achieve FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early)

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5 Options to Manage Your 401(k) After Leaving a Job

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Laura reviews five options for managing your retirement account with an ex-employer.Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a money question? Send an email to [email protected] or leave a voic

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May 10th, 2024 17m 46s

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May 8th, 2024 18m 13s

Laura reviews ten costly misconceptions about investing that you should never believe.Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a money question? Send an email to [email protected] or leave a vo

6 Rules for Contributing to an IRA and a 401(k)

May 1st, 2024 12m 58s

Laura reviews six rules you should know to take advantage of multiple retirement accounts and avoid pitfalls.Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirt

Understanding Bitcoin–It’s History, Halving, and Controversy

Apr 24th, 2024 16m 29s

Laura explains Bitcoin's history, an upcoming event known as a halving, and why the cryptocurrency is controversial.Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a money question? Send an email to money@quick

Investing by Lump Sum versus Dollar Cost Averaging (DCA)

Apr 17th, 2024 12m 57s

Laura answers a listener’s question about investing a lump sum or using a dollar-cost averaging (DCA) strategy. Find out what DCA is and its pros and cons.Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a mone

4 Strategies to Earn More Interest on Savings

Apr 10th, 2024 18m 44s

4 Strategies to Earn More Interest on SavingsMoney Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a money question? Send an email to [email protected] or leave a voicemail at 302-365-0308.Find Money Girl o

10 Rules for Successful Investing You Should Know

Apr 3rd, 2024 14m 33s

Laura reviews ten critical investing rules to build wealth and achieve your financial goals.Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a money question? Send an email to [email protected] or leav

How Asset Location Cuts Taxes and Saves Money

Mar 27th, 2024 11m 44s

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Tips for Using a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) to Save Money

Mar 20th, 2024 23m 54s

Find out how HRAs work, are different from other medical savings options, and how to use one to dramatically cut the cost of healthcare and save more money.Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a mone

Traditional or Roth IRA–Which is Better?

Mar 13th, 2024 29m 59s

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7 Strategies to Pay Off Credit Card Debt

Mar 6th, 2024 25m 19s

Laura answers a listener's question about the best way to pay off credit cards. You'll learn the seven best strategies to reduce card balances and quickly become debt-free.Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simple

10 Ways to Cut Car Insurance Premiums

Feb 28th, 2024 26m 10s

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How to Stay Safe from Zombie Debt

Feb 21st, 2024 19m 56s

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What is a Self-Directed IRA (SDIRA)?

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Tips for Budgeting with Unpredictable Expenses and Income

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Laura interviews Denise Piazza, CPA from One Street Capital, about earning passive income through private real estate investing. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at SimplecastHave a money question? Send an email to

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