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Monday’s need-to-know money news

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Today’s top story: Student debt cancellation news, and money 101. In other news: How public defender in Florida got her student loans forgiven, and how much fees do impact Airbnb prices.

Smart Money Podcast: Student Debt Cancellation News, and Money 101
Here’s what we know and what we still need answers to.

How I Got My Student Loans Forgiven: Public Defender in Florida
Beth Bourdon, an assistant public defender at the Orange County Public Defender’s Office in Orlando, Florida, was used to her student loans not qualifying for relief that other federal loans did.

Just How Much Do Fees Impact Airbnb Prices?
The base price on an Airbnb isn’t what you’ll end up paying, so always compare final prices when booking.

Monday’s need-to-know money news

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Today’s top story: How to check if your bank is greenwashing. In other news: Smart Money Podcast on how to manage medical debt and the meanings behind common real estate terms.

Is Your Bank Greenwashing? Here’s How to Check
Research the impact your bank has on the planet and any environmental claims or commitments it makes.

Smart Money Podcast: How to Manage Medical Debt
Personal finance Nerd Kim Palmer talks with Maloney about her own experience working in an ER as well as dealing with medical debt she accrued as a teenager.

The Meanings Behind Common Real Estate Terms
DOM, EMD, contingency, stale listing, and other housing market lingo.

Monday’s need-to-know money news

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Today’s top story: What Medicare Part A’s belly-up date means for you. In other news: A new episode of the Smart Money podcast on investing for your dream life, what the Inflation Reduction Act means for your Medicare coverage, and what small businesses should do now to prep for a recession.

What Medicare Part A’s Belly-Up Date Means for You
Shifting services, revamping drug coverage and cutting payments to providers are all strategies that could slow Medicare Part A insolvency.

Smart Money Podcast: Investing for Your Dream Life
This week we’re running an episode from our financial dream series.

What the Inflation Reduction Act Means for Your Medicare Coverage
The act would implement cost-cutting measures for prescription drugs and cap out-of-pocket spending with Medicare Part D.

4 Things Small Businesses Should Do Now to Prep for a Recession
Speculation about a looming recession is putting pressure on many small-business owners to protect themselves against a downturn.

Monday’s need-to-know money news

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Today’s top story: After a fall, crypto winter sets in. Also in the news: A new episode of the Smart Money podcast for kids on where money comes from, can job-hopping help retirement savings, and these states are having a tax-free back to school shopping weekend.

After a Fall, Crypto Winter Sets In
Cryptocurrencies hit a rough patch in 2022, with prices falling and some companies facing serious financial issues.

Smart Money Podcast for Kids: Where Does Money Come From?
This week’s episode we take on money questions from two kids, Ellington and Langston, who want to know where money comes from, where it goes after you spend it and how to decide how much you need to save.

Can Job-Hopping Help Retirement Savings?
Changing jobs often has its pros and cons, but understanding how it hurts or helps your retirement savings can help you make more informed decisions

These States Are Having a Tax-Free Back-to-School Shopping Weekend This Month
You may be able to purchase some of your supplies without involving Uncle Sam.

Thursday’s need-to-know money news

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Today’s top story: How to budget realistically for home repairs. Also in the news: A new episode of the Smart Money podcast on small business owners who pivoted during covid, how a billion dollar jackpot actually works, and 5 ways to spend a billion dollars.

How to Budget Realistically for Home Repairs
If you’re a homeowner and haven’t faced a big repair bill yet, just wait.

Smart Money Podcast: Nerdy Business: Building a Brick-and-Mortar Business
This week, we talk with a business owner about how she opened a full-service beauty salon and bar, grew it to two locations with dozens of employees — and how she pivoted again and again during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Mega Millions: How a Billion-Dollar Jackpot Actually Works
The winner won’t see the full amount — at least not all at once. Here’s how to play, and what it means if you win.

Mega Millions: 5 Ways to Spend a Billion Dollars

Monday’s need-to-know money news

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Today’s top story: 5 ways to protect yourself from Medicare fraud. Also in the news: A new episode of the Smart Money podcast on questioning the 50/30/20 budget, 5 credit card mistakes to avoid during tough times, and the cheapest places to buy an acre of land in the United States.

5 Ways to Protect Yourself From Medicare Fraud
Protect your Medicare number and review your statements to guard against Medicare fraud. If it does happen, help is available.

Smart Money Podcast: Questioning the 50/30/20 Budget, and Company Stock
This week’s episode starts with a discussion of the 50/30/20 budget — why it works and how to use it as prices soar.

5 Credit Card Mistakes to Avoid During Tough Times
By having a plan and knowing about less costly alternatives, you can avoid credit card mistakes that lead to debt.

The Cheapest Places to Buy an Acre of Land in the U.S.
There are still some (relatively) affordable places to put down roots.