I sold my car in March 2021 and have (mostly) never looked back as part of a one-car couple, but my husband and I have been dabbling with the idea of getting a new car this year. Unfortunately, 2022 is…not a great time to buy a vehicle, as anyone who’s perused the used car market knows.
It inspired this episode in which we break down the lease vs. buy decis ... Show More
Dec 31
Curtain Call: All Stars Return to Talk Financial Independence, Fear, and Growth
Well, here we are—for the last time, for now. A couple weeks ago, I wrote an end-of-year letter that functioned like a little “status update” on how I’m feeling moving into 2026. In this episode, I invite back five of my favorite guests for their own check-ins. We talk about: Wha ... Show More
1h 52m
Dec 17
Why We Judge Women’s Spending, What We Hide, & What We’re Afraid to Admit
Today’s guest won’t surprise you if you read the introduction to Rich Girl Nation, which recollected the 2018 event that made me think personal finance might not be solely for people with brown bananas and pocket protectors. Lindsey Stanberry, founding editor of Refinery29’s Mone ... Show More
56m 3s
Jul 2017
How to Buy a Car with Consumer Reports Auto Specialist Mike Quincy
If you live in a big city, it can be easy to forget what it’s like to depend on a car. Urbanites tend to walk, take the subway or bus, ride a bicycle, or hop in a cab to get virtually everywhere.
But I grew up in the suburbs and know the vast majority of you listening to this po ... Show More
34m 55s
Aug 2019
So I Bought A Car & It Put All My Money Lies To The Test
Should you buy the car, should you lease the car, which car should you get? You can drive yourself crazy until you remember, it’s just a car.
So I bought one, and here’s my story.
What You'll Learn
How I turned an expensive SUV purchase into a good money decision
The money lie ... Show More
30m 50s
Sep 2021
10 Things First-Time Car Buyers Should Know
<p>If you're ready to get your own wheels, Laura covers ten things first-time car owners need to know. You'll learn the pros and cons of buying versus leasing, how to get the best deal possible, and ways to pay for your new car.</p>
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22m 2s
Jun 2020
Coronavirus: Buying a Car Part One
Times are tough for millions during the coronavirus pandemic, but for those with the financial wherewithal, it may be the perfect time to buy a new car.
Low-interest and zero-percent financing deals abound, along with cash-back offers and attractive lease terms. Not to mention t ... Show More
13m 50s
Feb 2022
How to Buy or Sell a Used Car Online
<p>Laura interviews Sarah Wyant from <a href="https://www.carvana.com/" target="_blank">Carvana</a> about tips for getting the best deal when buying or selling a used car online. They discuss what you need to know, including how to save money, create a car budget, prepare for fin ... Show More
29m 6s
Nov 2022
Killer $5,000 Cars & The Future of EVs with Consumer Reports’ Mike Quincy #589
<p>Aside from buying a home, buying a car is one of the most expensive one-time purchases that we make. This is a part of the reason why we spend a decent amount of time talking about cars! Over 16% of American household budgets are spent on transportation, so get this one decisi ... Show More
58m 53s