NerdWallet's Smart Money Podcast

Bank Account Denied? Overcome Verification Hurdles and Maximize Sign-Up Bonuses

Budget Rehab: Can a Family Rebuild Their Emergency Fund and Still Afford the Life They Want?

How to Pay Less for Your Prescriptions and Brace for a Health Insurance Shake-Up

What Happens When You Trade Your Home for a Debt-Free Start?

Stop Living by One-Size-Fits-All Budgets — and Paying for One-Size-Fits-All Financial Advice

Here’s What Tariffs Could Cost You (Plus: Downgrade or Ditch Your Premium Card?)

More Money, More Priorities: Don’t Let a Bigger Paycheck Go to Waste

Does Medical Debt Impact Your Credit Score? And How Much Do You Really Need To Save for a Home

The Right Way to Dodge Scams, Plus Learn How Robo-Investing Works

Housing Market in Flux: Should You Buy Now Before Prices Shift? (Plus: How Teens Can Build Credit)

Savings Bonds Explained: When to Buy, When to Cash In, and If They’re Still Worth It

SALT Cap Raised, Clean Energy Credits Ending: Adapt Your Finances to the “Big, Beautiful Bill”

Smart Planning Sessions: Go “Work Optional” and Move Retirement Funds Penalty-Free (Plus: Your Midyear Money Check-In)

Buy Now, Pay Later Comes at a Price: Credit Score Risks You Need to Know (Plus: $124k Windfall Tips)

Amazon Prime Day Hacks and Budgeting Tips for Emotional Shoppers

How to Retire Early and Live Abroad: Your Guide to Making FIRE Last (Plus: 2025 Gas Prices Explained)

Overcome Emotional Spending and Spot Job Scams That Could Cost You Thousands

Escape the Infinite Workday Trap (Plus: How to Grow $200/Month Into $300K)

Your Housing Questions Answered: Down Payments, Mortgage Recasting, and Buying in Tough Markets

Are You Saving Enough in 2025? What the Data Says About Falling Short (Plus: Where to Keep Conservatorship Funds)

Smart Planning Sessions: Digging Out of $36K in Debt — Without Derailing Retirement

Will AI Take Your Job — or Just Your Time? Plus, Rebuilding Credit After Debt Consolidation

How to Negotiate a Raise in a Tough Economy (w/ Brown Ambition’s Mandi Money)

Economic Chaos and Car Costs: How to Weigh Risks in Uncertain Times

Recover from Vacation Overspending and Avoid Costly Rental Property Management Mistakes

What to Do When the U.S. Gets Downgraded and Your Travel Credit Card Stops Paying Off

Should You Keep Your Old Home? The Financial Case for Selling vs. Renting

How to Prepare for Stagflation and Make Your Insurance Work Harder

Smart Planning Sessions: Investing Through Uncertainty and Planning for Early Retirement Abroad

Is 'Made in the USA' Still Worth It with Tariffs? Plus: Best Accounts for Your Home Repair Savings

Start Feeling Better About Money Today and Learn How to Manage Finances After a Layoff

Are We in a Recession? What the Data Says—and How to Protect Your Finances

Spend Smarter This Wedding Season: Travel, Tipping, and More, (featuring The Knot)

How to Keep Your Credit Strong During Economic Shifts and Know If You’re Ready to Buy a Home

Smart Planning Sessions: When is it OK to Stop Saving? (Plus: Spring Cleaning Your Finances)

Less Spending Power, More Debt? Navigate a Declining Dollar and Make Progress on Credit Card Bills

Michele Norris Shares Kitchen Must-Haves and the Nerds Break Down Switching Banks for Better Rates

Strategies for Navigating Market Swings and Leveraging Home Equity Wisely

How To Have a Better Relationship With Money and Maximize Every Dollar

Car Prices, Tariffs, and Trade-Offs: What to Know Before You Buy or Move Out

Last-Minute Tax Questions Answered and Tips for Keeping Your Financial Documents Safe

401(k) vs. Brokerage Account: Which Is Better for Retirement Savings? Plus, the National Debt Explained

How to Build Wealth Right Now and How Couples Can Align on Financial Goals

How to Get Ready for a Recession and Choose Enough Car Insurance

From Broker to Budget: How to Buy or Sell a Home in 2025

Managing the Job Market and Your Parents’ Finances: Tips for the Sandwich Generation

How to Budget for Trips: When to Book and How to Avoid Hidden Fees

What to do When Groceries Cost More and Retirement Feels Out of Reach

Can AI Really Manage Your Money? Plus: The Truth About Roth Conversions

How Tariffs Could Impact Your Retirement and What to Know for 2025 Taxes