Your Money Minute By Financial Finesse

In this month's show: Nancy and Erik discuss three easily avoidable common mistakes people make when preparing their taxes and what to do if you've made a mistake and have already filed. For links to resources visit: http://www.getfinancialfinesse.org/2010/04/ymm26-3-common-easily-avoidable-tax-preparation-mistakes-april-1-2010/

In this month's show: It would be nice to think that you could take money out of your retirement in case of a financial emergency, but tax law doesn't always agree with what we might consider a financial hardship. Greg and Nancy discuss "what is a hardship withdrawal" and possible alternatives you may have if you don't qualify. For links to resources visit: http://www.getfinancialfinesse.org/2010/04/ymm25-the-hard-truth-about-hardship-withdrawals-march-1-2010/

In this month's show: Nancy and Liz discuss tried and true ways to make your New Year’s resolutions stick. Liz gives practical tips on revising your resolutions and making it easy to keep them. For links to resources visit: http://www.getfinancialfinesse.org/2010/04/ymm24-making-your-financial-new-years-resolutions-stick-february-1-2010/

In this special edition show: As parents we want what's best for our children and to protect them from harm; this includes making their money choices for them. Nancy and Danielle discuss why sometimes though, it's better to let our children make their own decisions and mistakes with their money. Danielle Aguiar explains how to use four concepts: power, freedom, fun and belonging, to teach your tween or teen financial responsibility that will help them for a lifetime. For links and resources visit: http://www.getfinancialfinesse.org/2010/04/ymm23-special-edition-for-parents-four-essential-components-for-your-tweenteen-to-be-money-wise-for-life-january-1-2010/

In this month's show: Nancy and Linda discuss some viable options when you're "underwater" on your mortgage and how the Making Home Affordable program may be able to assist you. For links to resources visit: http://www.getfinancialfinesse.org/2010/04/ymm23-drowning-in-your-mortgage-%E2%80%93-what-are-some-options-january-1-2010/

In this month's show: Greg tells us about a special opportunity in 2010 for Traditional IRA holders as well as some strategies to help take advantage of the potential long-term tax benefits of converting to a Roth IRA. For links to resources visit: http://www.getfinancialfinesse.org/2010/04/ymm22-roth-conversion-%E2%80%93-window-of-opportunity-in-2010-december-1-2009/

In this month's show: Great shares some strategies for overcoming the feeling of being overwhelmed by too much financial information by taking a step back and getting down to basics. For links to resources visit: http://www.getfinancialfinesse.org/2010/04/ymm21-drowning-in-too-much-information-%E2%80%93-a-handy-guide-to-financial-planning-november-1-2009/

In this month's show: Bruce's recommendation: Start with what do you want to do with your money, work backwards to create your budget from there and keep it up to date to stay on track. For links to resources visit: http://www.getfinancialfinesse.org/2010/04/ymm20-beyond-the-basics-do-more-with-your-money-october-1-2009/

In this month's show: We have Robert Pagliarini back, the bestselling author of Six-Day Financial Makeover and the free e-book Plan Z: How to Survive the 2009 Financial Crisis (and Even Live a Little Better). Nancy and Robert discuss Robert’s unique PERK system, a fun and easy way to put budget together. Sneak peek: PERK stands for Postpone, Eliminate, Reduce and Keep. For links to resources visit: http://www.getfinancialfinesse.org/2010/04/ymm19-a-better-way-to-budget-september-1-2009/

In this month's show: Our special guest this month is Robert Pagliarini, bestselling author of Six-Day Financial Makeover and the free e-book Plan Z: How to Survive the 2009 Financial Crisis (and Even Live a Little Better). Nancy and Robert discuss whether or not your finances could be in the "Danger Zone" in this current economy and what you can do to move yourself into the "Safe Zone" and position yourself to better ride out our current economic storm. For links to resources visit: http://www.getfinancialfinesse.org/2010/04/ymm18-are-your-finances-in-the-danger-zone-august-1-2009/

In this month's show: This is the second part of our interview with special guest, Jim Pavia, the editor of Investment News. Nancy and Jim discuss what to look for in selecting a financial advisor. For links to resources visit: http://www.getfinancialfinesse.org/2010/04/ymm17-things-to-know-when-looking-for-a-financial-adviser-july-1-2009/

In this month’s show: Nancy and Bruce discuss how to deal with and adapt to the changing credit climate. For links to resources visit: http://www.getfinancialfinesse.org/2010/04/ymm16-adapting-to-the-changing-credit-climate-june-1-2009/

In this month's show: We have a special guest, Jim Pavia, the editor of Investment News. Jim explains what Ponzi schemes are, what to look for, and how to avoid them. For links to resources visit: http://www.getfinancialfinesse.org/2010/04/ymm15-what-is-a-ponzi-scheme-may-1-2009/

In this month's show: Bruce Young discusses how to keep an even keel when investing, especially in a volatile market, by leaving your emotions out of the equation. For links to resources visit: http://www.getfinancialfinesse.org/2010/04/ymm14-taking-the-emotion-out-of-investing-april-1-2009/

In this month's show: Gary discusses some ways to deal with creditors and what options you have to deal with your debt. For links to resources visit: http://www.getfinancialfinesse.org/2010/04/ymm13-dealing-with-serious-credit-card-debt-march-1-2009/

In this month's show: Linda shares five strategies for improving your long-term finances during tough economic times. For links to resources visit: http://www.getfinancialfinesse.org/2010/04/ymm12-five-smart-money-moves-february-1-2009/

Happy New Year! In this month's show: Our guest, Garrett Jay, shares some ideas on how teach your kids about the value of a dollar. For links to resources visit: http://www.getfinancialfinesse.org/2010/04/ymm11-teaching-kids-to-be-money-smart-january-1-2009/

Linda shares some creative ways to earn extra income that (mostly) doesn't involve getting a second job. For links to resources visit: http://www.getfinancialfinesse.org/2010/04/ymm10-earning-extra-income-december-1-2008/

Garrett Jay shares five easy ways to save money this holiday season (and any other season). For links to resources visit: http://www.getfinancialfinesse.org/2010/04/ymm9-how-to-have-a-happy-holiday-without-going-broke-november-1-2008/

In this month's show: Nancy and Bruce discuss some strategies to deal with your lender if you're getting behind on your mortgage payments. For links to resources visit: http://www.getfinancialfinesse.org/2010/04/ymm8-tips-for-avoiding-foreclosure-october-1-2008/