# money girl (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover money girl. Page: Feed: --- ## [Smart ways to pay less on rising healthcare cost](https://shows.acast.com/money-girl/episodes/smart-ways-to-pay-less-on-rising-healthcare-cost) _2026-08-21 · Money Girl_ 1044. Are rising healthcare costs ruining your budget? Laura answers a listener’s question about how to maximize every tax advantage available for healthcare costs. You’ll learn the rules for deducting them on your tax return or paying them with tax-advantaged savings accounts like HSAs and FSAs. We’ll cover which expenses are tax-free and simple strategies to optimize your healthcare spending.… [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/69c148bb1a160b44db9c8fcc/e/6a86b2ad49d6f2bae3b13f42/media.mp3) ## [A beginner’s guide to travel hacking using rewards](https://shows.acast.com/money-girl/episodes/a-beginners-guide-to-travel-hacking-using-rewards) _2026-08-19 · Money Girl_ 1043. Dreaming of your next getaway, but need to do it on a budget? Laura demystifies the world of “travel hacking” for complete beginners. You’ll learn how to leverage everyday spending to earn valuable reward points, maximize their redemption value for free travel, and strategically use credit cards without hurting your credit scores or accumulating debt. This is your secret weapon to travel… [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/69c148bb1a160b44db9c8fcc/e/6a7e2e6483128ee3d200cdab/media.mp3) ## [8 money rules for happy couples](https://shows.acast.com/money-girl/episodes/8-money-rules-for-happy-couples) _2026-08-15 · Money Girl_ On a road trip, tackling a summer cleanup, or just catching up on podcasts? QDT has you covered with Summer Saturday encores from your favorite shows. See the full Summer Saturday lineup on Spotify and enjoy this episode, which first aired in November, 2024. Laura reviews money rules for couples who want to avoid common pitfalls and have a healthy financial life. Money Girl is hosted by Laura… [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/69c148bb1a160b44db9c8fcc/e/6a7c9d12baea6e03b0123202/media.mp3) ## [Should my first home be an investment property? (Reissue)](https://shows.acast.com/money-girl/episodes/should-my-first-home-be-an-investment-property-reissue) _2026-08-14 · Money Girl_ 941. Should you buy a rental property before your first home? Laura answers a listener's question about the pros and cons of 'house hacking' as an investment strategy — including how much you really need to save, what lenders require for investment properties, and whether becoming a landlord first is actually a smart path to building wealth. Discover more from Money Girl! Facebook Money Girl… [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/69c148bb1a160b44db9c8fcc/e/6a7c999a91cf66ecf89f429d/media.mp3) ## [Take control of your money, with Intuit’s Mark Notarainni](https://shows.acast.com/money-girl/episodes/take-control-of-your-money-with-intuits-mark-notarainni) _2026-08-12 · Money Girl_ 1042. Laura Adams interviews Mark Notarainni, an 18-year veteran at Intuit, to explore how integrated platforms and artificial intelligence (AI) are revolutionizing personal finance. Find out how combining tax data, credit histories, and everyday spending can help you take control of your financial life. Key Takeaways: Connecting your tax, credit, and spending data into a single ecosystem gives… [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/69c148bb1a160b44db9c8fcc/e/6a7a3efd523b3dfcd8763841/media.mp3) ## [8 ways to spend money for a happier life](https://shows.acast.com/money-girl/episodes/8-ways-to-spend-money-for-a-happier-lifesummersaturday) _2026-08-08 · Money Girl_ On a road trip, tackling a summer cleanup, or just catching up on podcasts? QDT has you covered with Summer Saturday encores from your favorite shows. See the full Summer Saturday lineup on Spotify and enjoy this episode, which first aired in July 2025. Laura provides tips for using money as a tool for getting more joy from life. Transcript:… [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/69c148bb1a160b44db9c8fcc/e/6a74aa3d72138046c6806b64/media.mp3) ## [Should I pay off a low-rate mortgage or invest?](https://shows.acast.com/money-girl/episodes/should-i-pay-off-a-low-rate-mortgage-or-invest) _2026-08-07 · Money Girl_ 1041. If you have extra cash, should you pay off a low-interest mortgage or invest it? Laura answers a listener’s question about balancing financial math with the emotional peace of mind that comes from being mortgage-free. Key Takeaways: Paying off a debt yields a guaranteed return equal to your loan’s interest rate. Make sure you have a healthy emergency fund before making extra debt payments.… [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/69c148bb1a160b44db9c8fcc/e/6a741f57c3e1347e8b48345c/media.mp3) ## [Canceling credit cards–smart move or credit mistake?](https://shows.acast.com/money-girl/episodes/canceling-credit-cardssmart-move-or-credit-mistake) _2026-08-05 · Money Girl_ 1040. Laura explains the hidden risks of canceling credit card accounts. You’ll learn how credit utilization works, when closing an account is and isn’t worth it, and how to protect your credit if you do decide to close a credit card. Key takeaways: Closing a credit card shrinks your available credit, which causes your credit utilization ratio to spike, resulting in an immediate reduction in your… [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/69c148bb1a160b44db9c8fcc/e/6a6fb24fbfc42315fe578b02/media.mp3) ## [A 7-point mid-year checklist for money success](https://shows.acast.com/money-girl/episodes/a-7-point-mid-year-checklist-for-money-success) _2026-08-01 · Money Girl_ On a road trip, tackling a summer cleanup, or just catching up on podcasts? QDT has you covered with Summer Saturday encores from your favorite shows. See the full Summer Saturday lineup on Spotify and enjoy this episode, which first aired in July 2024. Take stock of your finances with Laura’s mid-year checklist for more money success. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available… [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/69c148bb1a160b44db9c8fcc/e/6a6b59430d497875eb9a6340/media.mp3) ## [Should I consolidate old retirement plans?](https://shows.acast.com/money-girl/episodes/should-i-consolidate-old-retirement-plans) _2026-07-31 · Money Girl_ 1039. Laura answers a listener’s question about managing multiple 401(k)s with her current and previous employers. Find out the pros and cons of holding old retirement plans, how to streamline your strategy, and simultaneously reach other financial goals, like homeownership. Key takeaways Consolidating old retirement plans into one low-cost IRA or your current employer’s plan simplifies your asset… [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/69c148bb1a160b44db9c8fcc/e/6a6973a57e01e420e5e6c401/media.mp3) ## [Find it on Amazon (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/6WzYIYUsiRDI) _2026-07-31 · **Sponsored**_ Open the Amazon product listing to see details and availability ## [9 things to know about buying your first home](https://shows.acast.com/money-girl/episodes/9-things-to-know-about-buying-your-first-home) _2026-07-29 · Money Girl_ 1038. Are you thinking about buying your first home but feeling overwhelmed by interest rates, upfront costs, and hiring a real estate agent? Host Laura Adams walks you through 9 tips every first-time homebuyer must know to protect their finances and land the right deal. Key Takeaways: How subtle changes in your credit score can save (or cost) you tens of thousands in today's rate environment.… [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/69c148bb1a160b44db9c8fcc/e/6a66b3c9d1989631426cc6e1/media.mp3)