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PennyWise: Personal Finance & Travel Tips — 129 episodes

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How to Save on Summer Travel: Expert Tips & Tricks to Help You Save Big

2

Tipping Tips: How to Reward Good Service Without Draining Your Bank Account

3

How to Save $500 This Month - Fight Back Against High Prices

4

How to Save on Groceries: Tips From the Supermarket Guru

5

How to Save at the Pump Amid Global Turmoil, Rising Gas Prices

6

Underrated Ways to Build Credit: What Your Credit Score Might Be Missing

7

10% Credit Card Rate Cap: Winners, Losers & Alternatives

8

How to Survive Valentine’s Day Without Overspending

9

Best Credit Cards of 2026: How to Make a Money-Saving Selection

10

New Year Money Moves: Tips for Hitting the Ground Running in 2026

11

How to Get the Right Credit Card: We're Going Back to School for a Better Approach

12

Donating to Charity: How to Make an Impact, Avoid Scams & More

13

Deferred Interest: The Retail Financing Trick That Could Cost You Big Time

14

Emergency Funds: What They Are, Why You Need One & Tips for Building Yours

15

Holiday Shopping: Money-Saving Strategies & Costly Mistakes to Avoid

16

Budgeting Better: Tips for Sticking to a Budget That Actually Makes a Difference

17

Tipping Point: Navigating the New Norms in Service Gratuities

18

Weddings and Homeownership: Smart Strategies for New Couples on a Budget

19

Dress to Impress Without the Stress: Mastering Your Clothing Budget for 2025

20

Last-Minute Tax Tips for 2025: Don't Miss Out on Savings and Avoid Common Pitfalls

21

Budgeting with a Brain: How AI Can Transform Your Financial Game Plan

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Debunking the 20% Down Payment Myth: Affordable Home Buying Options You Didn't Know Existed

23

Grocery Spending Showdown: Where Your State Ranks in Food Costs and How to Save

24

Superstar Cities: 5 Key Takeaways from the Cities with the Best Budgeting Populations

25

Beyond Airbnb: Big Hotels Enter the Vacation Rental Game

26

Emergency Fund Essentials: 5 Steps to Secure Your Financial Safety Net

27

2025 Financial Outlook: 7 Insights from 2024's Credit Card Debt Trends

28

Credit Freeze 101: 6 Steps to Safeguard Your Identity and Score

29

Medicare 2025: 5 Strategies to Navigate New Costs and Coverage

30

Financial Fresh Start: 8 Tips to Turn Your New Year's Resolutions Into Reality

31

Dial for Discounts: 7 Steps to Cut Your Monthly Bills

32

Gift Card Goldmine: 10 Strategies to Maximize Gift Cards That Don't Match Your Needs

33

Festive Escapes: 9 Last-Minute Christmas Getaways in the U.S.

34

Gourmet at Sea: 4 Tips for Exceptional Cruise Dining

35

Cyber Monday Savvy: 5 Tips to Maximize Savings and Minimize Stress

36

Drive Smart: 5 Tips to Dodge Insurance Hikes Post-Accident

37

Mastering Store Credit Cards: Expert Tips for Savvy Shoppers

38

5 vacation spots for Disney fans that aren't Anaheim or Orlando

39

Pickleball Paradise: Top Destinations for the Sport's Avid Fans

40

Cruising Comeback: Why 2024 Has Been the Year of the High Seas

41

Insider Tips for Scoring Big on Black Friday Bargains

42

Maximizing Holiday Travel: The Best Credit Cards for Savings and Perks

43

What Federal Rate Cuts Mean for Homebuyers and Sellers

44

How to Navigate Google for Financial Advice and Avoid Costly Mistakes

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Hidden Dangers of Credit Building Products: Protect Your Score

46

Maximize Your Travel Budget: Benefits of Shoulder Season

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Life Insurance Milestones: 6 Key Times to Reevaluate Your Coverage

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Financial Independence for Young Adults: Strategies for Parents

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Save on Car Insurance: Expert Tips for Budget-Friendly Coverage

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Back to School Savings: 5 Credit Card Tips to Slash Costs

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Financial Self Care: 5 Tips to Boost Your Money Wellness

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Stay Safe Online: Avoiding Third Party Seller Scams

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Essential Credit Card Tips for a Smooth Summer Vacation

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Amazon Prime Day: What to Buy and What to Skip

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10 Tips for Building and Financing Your Home Gym

56

Should You Increase Your Credit Limit? Weighing the Pros and Cons

57

Essential Credit Card Tips for Parents of College Students

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Mastering the Art of the Staycation: Planning, Relaxing and Exploring Locally

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9 Steps to Rebuild Your Credit and Get Back on Track

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Navigating the Ups and Downs of Dynamic Pricing in the Market

61

Home Equity to Nest Egg: Making Your Move for a Wealthier Retirement

62

Wealth That Lasts: Crafting Your Family's Financial Legacy

63

Bold and Budget-Friendly: Maximalist Decor for Penny Pinchers

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Unraveling the Best Car Incentives of 2024

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Soaring Savings: How Airfare Prices Are Taking a Dive in 2024

66

Parenthood Postponed: Millennial Family Goals are Changing

67

Late Fee Lifeline: The Rule Change That's Saving Credit Card Users a Bundle

68

Pet Insurance 101: Is It Worth It for Your Furry Friend?

69

Stuck in the homebuying hustle? Fear renter's stigma? Here's your reality check

70

The best ways to make your Costco membership pay for itself

71

5 tips on when to skip the charitable donation option at the checkout and when to donate

72

5 vacation spots for Disney fans that aren't Orlando or Anaheim

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6 ways to prepare for financial shocks

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5 key tips to plan for potential inheritance

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5 Tips to Pay Off Debt

76

7 balance transfer credit card mistakes and how to avoid them

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4 ways to stay out of debt

78

How to keep your money safe from text message scams

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Common credit card mistakes and how to avoid them

80

How to get compensation for flight delays

81

What to buy and what to skip on Black Friday and Cyber Monday

82

Key tips for when to repair and when to replace household appliances

83

Tips for when to book holiday travel

84

Tips to stay safe from financial scams

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Tips for keeping solo travel financially friendly

86

Tips for Swifties to keep costs down while enjoying all Taylor has to offer

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5 tips to avoid overspending when scrolling social media

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Creative ways to cut your energy costs

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How to manage car payments you can't make

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6 tips for planning summer travel

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Have a stack of old savings bonds? Learn how to cash those in with these simple steps

92

Nine of the most charming airports in America for your consideration

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3 tips before you use buy now, pay later to fund travel costs

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Answers to 5 confusing student loan debt cancellation questions

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5 questions to ask to better understand if you have the right bank accounts

96

4 ways to make your money-related resolutions stick

97

Need a last minute gift idea? 5 reasons to try a thrift store

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5 tax tips to consider as the end of the year approaches

99

5 winter travel tips to save your patience and your pocketbook

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4 tips to get ahead of holiday season supply chain shortages

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5 tips for donating your time or money this holiday season

102

5 tips to consider if you're giving gift cards this holiday season

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5 gift-giving tips that won't break your budget

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Student debt forgiveness on hold (again): 3 things to know

105

Pros and cons of holiday shopping with store credit cards

106

Black Friday deals: 4 tips to get the biggest bang for your door-busting buck

107

Higher inflation could mean smaller tax bills for some

108

Don't wait! 3 steps to help you start tackling debt right now

109

3 common myths about credit scores and what you really need to know

110

What to ask if you're looking for a socially conscious bank

111

An expert answers: How much money do you need this year?

112

4 things to consider before changing banks

113

Ready to renovate? Try these budgeting options to get the most bang for your buck!

114

8 money-saving factors to consider when buying a new car

115

Four tips to help you find affordable airfare

116

10 easy tips to save money on rental cars!

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3 ways debt can be a helpful tool

118

Insurance checklist for kids heading off to college

119

5 tips to help avoid credit card debt

120

6 tips to help you save on back-to-school shopping this year!

121

3 of the worst hidden travel fees and how to avoid them

122

Looking for a different way to save money? 4 rules for starting your own savings circle

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5 tips to help tackle higher credit card interest rates

124

Thinking about buying a boat or RV? Here is what you should consider

125

Will interest rates go up again? What to do if you are a homebuyer

126

Need extra cash this summer? Try these proven yard sale tips for 2022!

127

Four of five Americans are choosing to reallocate their savings

128

6 steps you can take to control your food budget

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