In this episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona dives into dynamic pricing with a focus on recent announcements from fast food giant Wendy's. As we navigate 2024, the concept of fluctuating prices has many consumers on edge,

Home Equity to Nest Egg: Making Your Move for a Wealthier Retirement

11 days ago 8m 49s

In this episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona sits down with NerdWallet's senior writer Holden Lewis to discuss the strategic move of selling your home to boost your retirement savings. As many Americans consider downsizin

Wealth That Lasts: Crafting Your Family's Financial Legacy

18 days ago 9m 59s

In this episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona is joined by NerdWallet's personal finance writer Elizabeth Ayoola to unpack the concept of generational wealth and guide you on starting your own legacy of financial prosperit

Bold and Budget-Friendly: Maximalist Decor for Penny Pinchers

25 days ago 8m 27s

As we navigate the world of interior design trends, PennyWise invites you to embrace the bold and eclectic with maximalist decor. Host Nat Cardona is joined by NerdWallet's senior writer Sara Rathner to discuss how to infus

Unraveling the Best Car Incentives of 2024

May 6th, 2024 8m 31s

In this episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona teams up with NerdWallet's personal finance writer Kim Palmer to give you the latest on getting the best incentives when buying a new car in 2024. As the auto market recovers f

Soaring Savings: How Airfare Prices Are Taking a Dive in 2024

Apr 29th, 2024 11m 39s

In this episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona takes off with NerdWallet's travel expert Sally French to explore the surprising trend of dropping airfares in 2024. Despite the inflation affecting almost every corner of the

Parenthood Postponed: Millennial Family Goals are Changing

Apr 22nd, 2024 7m 27s

In a world where the cost of living is constantly on the rise, millennials are facing a unique financial dilemma: to have or not to have children.This week on PennyWise, Nat Cardona is joined by NerdWallet's personal finan

Late Fee Lifeline: The Rule Change That's Saving Credit Card Users a Bundle

Apr 15th, 2024 6m 32s

Credit card late fees can be the bane of any budget, but a new rule from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau might just be the relief many users need.In this episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona delves into the deta

Pet Insurance 101: Is It Worth It for Your Furry Friend?

Apr 8th, 2024 6m 56s

Pet owners know that their cuddly companions can rack up quite the bill, especially when accidents happen. Join us on Pennywise as Nat Cardona chats with Kim Palmer from Nerdwallet about the financial cushion pet insurance

Stuck in the homebuying hustle? Fear renter's stigma? Here's your reality check

Apr 1st, 2024 13m 30s

Are you feeling the crunch of the current housing market? Dive into the illuminating insights of the 2024 Homebuyer Report with NerdWallet's senior writer Elizabeth Renter on the latest episode of Pennywise. Discover why 77

The best ways to make your Costco membership pay for itself

Mar 25th, 2024 8m 51s

Big fans of Costco will tell you that good buys justify the cost of membership. However, Costco knows what it's doing. Host Nat Cardona is joined by Kim Palmer, a personal finance writer with NerdWallet, who points us down

5 tips on when to skip the charitable donation option at the checkout and when to donate

Mar 19th, 2024 8m 59s

Self-checkouts aren't the only things becoming more and more common for shoppers. Now the option to donate money as shoppers pay at the checkout has become a common occurrence, but should you use the opportunity to share th

5 vacation spots for Disney fans that aren't Orlando or Anaheim

Mar 11th, 2024 12m 55s

Are you a Disney fan, but weary of the prices and endless lines at the theme parks? Or perhaps you have a large family and taking a trip to Orlando, Florida or Anaheim, California isn't in the budget. In this week's episode

6 ways to prepare for financial shocks

Mar 4th, 2024 7m 24s

Unexpected expenses can cause a lot of stress-- emotional and financial. On the latest episode of PennyWise, producer/editor Ambre Moton is joined by NerdWallet's Kimberly Palmer who has six key tips for recovering from fin

5 key tips to plan for potential inheritance

Feb 26th, 2024 6m 17s

Gen Z and Millennials stand to inherit a significant amount of money and propert in the future as family members age. On the latest episode of PennyWise, producer/editor Ambre Moton is joined by NerdWallet's Kimberly Palmer

5 Tips to Pay Off Debt

Feb 19th, 2024 11m 3s

While it's best to refrain from going into debt, sometimes incurring debt can be unavoidable. Attempts to pay off the debt can be difficult. On the latest episode of PennyWise, producer/editor Ambre Moton is joined by Walle

7 balance transfer credit card mistakes and how to avoid them

Jan 15th, 2024 7m 22s

Inflation is up, interest rates are high and Americans' budgets are getting tighter. The balance transfer offers on credit cards can look like an attractive option for those carrying balances on their cards. On the latest e

4 ways to stay out of debt

Jan 1st, 2024 10m 2s

As of 2023 Americans owe more than $1 trillion in credit card debt, but being proactive and completing four key steps can help consumers avoid credit card debt. Joining PennyWise this week is personal finance writer at Wall

How to keep your money safe from text message scams

Dec 26th, 2023 9m 26s

Text messages warning of financial concerns will prompt users to click on a link or call a number to resolve an urgent matter. But that message is very likely an attempt to extract sensitive information. On the latest episo

Common credit card mistakes and how to avoid them

Dec 5th, 2023 22m 16s

Carrying a balance on your credit card from one month to the next may not be recommended but for many Americans it’s unavoidable. On the latest episode of PennyWise, show producer Ambre Moton is joined by John Kiernan, mana

How to get compensation for flight delays

Nov 17th, 2023 12m 53s

Travel booms during the holiday season and between winter weather and large crowds, delays and cancelations are to be expected. U.S. airlines are not required by law to compensate passengers for flight delays, and refunds a

What to buy and what to skip on Black Friday and Cyber Monday

Nov 7th, 2023 7m 24s

'Tis the season — the season for shopping and massive sales. With the holiday season in full swing, many people are counting down and plotting their plan of attack for Black Friday and Cyber Monday. On the latest episode of

Key tips for when to repair and when to replace household appliances

Oct 17th, 2023 8m 7s

Disaster strikes — your washer is making a weird noise and won't drain. Do you fix it or replace it? On the latest episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona is joined by Kimberly Palmer of NerdWallet with tips when to repair a

Tips for when to book holiday travel

Oct 3rd, 2023 8m 48s

While it may still be early fall, the time to figure out your holiday travel is here. From flights to hotel stays to finally taking that trip to Europe to visit the Christmas markets, travel costs can add up.On the latest

Tips to stay safe from financial scams

Sep 26th, 2023 9m 1s

It seems like every day there's a new warning about financial scams circulating, with the scammers getting more and more creative. Many people think that it could never happen to them, and then they find themselves on the p