Jill On Money With Jill Schlesinger

Estate planning is a must when it comes to your personal finance "to-do" list. Does that mean you have to shell out the big bucks for an estate attorney? Or is an online version okay? Have a money question? Email me here. Please leave us a rating or review in Apple Podcasts. "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Happy Tax Day! Never thought I'd be typing that in July :) Hopefully you already filed, and if you did, I hope you did it electronically, because if you didn't, and you're expecting a refund, chances are you're still waiting for your money. Have a money question? Email me here. Please leave us a rating or review in Apple Podcasts. "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Despite what's going on in the markets, let's not lose sight of the fact that a lot of people are still struggling and find themselves having to make some very tough decisions. Have a money question? Email me here. Please leave us a rating or review in Apple Podcasts. "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welp, coming off a weekend in which we discussed all things related to the mortgage market, how do we begin the week? Yep, with a question about whether or not it makes sense to refinance. Have a money question? Email me here. Please leave us a rating or review in Apple Podcasts. "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When it comes to finding a mortgage for a new home purchase or a refinance, there’s more to consider than simply getting a low interest rate. That's why we're bringing on Mike Raimi, Managing Director at Luxury Mortgage Corp. Mike covers all the usual topics, such as a 15 or 30 year mortgage, who should (and should not) be looking to refinance, and how the real estate market has changed, if at all, given what's going on with the pandemic. Have a money question? Email me here. Please leave us a rating or review in Apple Podcasts. "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When it comes to finding a mortgage for a new home purchase or a refinance, there’s more to consider than simply getting a low interest rate. That's why we're bringing on Mike Raimi, Managing Director at Luxury Mortgage Corp. Mike covers all the usual topics, such as a 15 or 30 year mortgage, who should (and should not) be looking to refinance, and how the real estate market has changed, if at all, given what's going on with the pandemic. Have a money question? Email me here. Please leave us a rating or review in Apple Podcasts. "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Being self-employed comes with many options, including which retirement plan to set up. Some of the plans are pretty incredible and allow you to sock away a ton of money on an annual basis. Have a money question? Email me here. Please leave us a rating or review in Apple Podcasts. "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Should we keep or cash out a life insurance policy in order to reduce our overall stock market exposure? Tis the question! Good plan or bad? Have a money question? Email me here. Please leave us a rating or review in Apple Podcasts. "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One of the main reasons to refinance a mortgage is to increase your cash flow. Once that happens, and you find yourself with a few extra bucks, what should you do with it? Have a money question? Email me here. Please leave us a rating or review in Apple Podcasts. "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If the second half of 2020 is anything like the first half, there will be countless questions about doing a Roth conversion. It's such a smart money move to make if you're able. Have a money question? Email me here. Please leave us a rating or review in Apple Podcasts. "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You can start receiving your Social Security benefits as early as age 62. But should you? Every situation is different and variety of factors should be considered, including your health. Have a money question? Email me here. Please leave us a rating or review in Apple Podcasts. "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This weekend on the show we're joined by Steve Herz, author of Don't Take Yes for an Answer: Using Authority, Warmth, and Energy to Get Exceptional Results. A self-empowerment guide to achieving your fullest professional and personal potential, Don’t Take YES for An Answer explains why positive feedback limits personal and professional growth and then teaches you how to embrace hard truths and critical feedback to escape mediocrity and break away from the pack. Have a money question? Email me here. Please leave us a rating or review in Apple Podcasts. "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This weekend on the show we're joined by Steve Herz, author of Don't Take Yes for an Answer: Using Authority, Warmth, and Energy to Get Exceptional Results. A self-empowerment guide to achieving your fullest professional and personal potential, Don’t Take YES for An Answer explains why positive feedback limits personal and professional growth and then teaches you how to embrace hard truths and critical feedback to escape mediocrity and break away from the pack. Have a money question? Email me here. Please leave us a rating or review in Apple Podcasts. "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The recent turmoil in the markets has created plenty of opportunities, including in the real estate market. If you have some extra cash on hand, is it a good move to make? Have a money question? Email me here. Please leave us a rating or review in Apple Podcasts. "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The nation's pending home sales jumped a record 44.3% in May, according to the National Association of Realtors. It's the highest one-month gain in the history of the index, which began in January 2001. I joined CBS This Morning to explain how the pandemic is impacting the housing market and why home prices remain high despite record low mortgage rates. Have a money question? Email me here. Please leave us a rating or review in Apple Podcasts. "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When the blank is hitting the fan, as it has been the last few months, that's when you really expect the institution that's handling your money to step up to the plate. And if they don't, then it may be time to start asking questions. Have a money question? Email me here. Please leave us a rating or review in Apple Podcasts. "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There are pros and cons when it comes to target date funds. If you're using one, does that mean you should ditch it for something else? Have a money question? Email me here. Please leave us a rating or review in Apple Podcasts. "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When you're young and basically just starting to navigate your financial path, is there such a thing as saving too much? Like most things in personal finance, it depends. Have a money question? Email me here. Please leave us a rating or review in Apple Podcasts. "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yes, we're officially in the summer months, and for millions of Americans, thanks to the coronavirus, the early summer weeks will include preparing and paying taxes. Because of the pandemic’s timing and impact, the IRS delayed the tax-filing and payment deadlines from April 15th to July 15th. The agency also moved back Q2 quarterly estimates, which would have been due on June 15th, to July 15th. To help us break down all the ins and outs of this "new" tax season, we're joined by Ed Slott, the ultimate tax guru and founder of IRA Help. Have a money question? Email me here. Please leave us a rating or review in Apple Podcasts. "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yes, we're officially in the summer months, and for millions of Americans, thanks to the coronavirus, the early summer weeks will include preparing and paying taxes. Because of the pandemic’s timing and impact, the IRS delayed the tax-filing and payment deadlines from April 15th to July 15th. The agency also moved back Q2 quarterly estimates, which would have been due on June 15th, to July 15th. To help us break down all the ins and outs of this "new" tax season, we're joined by Ed Slott, the ultimate tax guru and founder of IRA Help. Have a money question? Email me here. Please leave us a rating or review in Apple Podcasts. "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices