Wsj Your Money Briefing

Owning a home has traditionally been seen as a good long-term financial move over renting. But with home prices climbing along with rent, is that still the case? WSJ housing reporter Will Parker joins host Trenae Nuri to discuss the new math on whether it makes more financial sense to rent or buy a home. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Prices are up. Stocks are down. And that’s leading a lot of households to rethink their budgets and investments. But there are various tools available that can automate your day-to-day financial decisions. WSJ personal-finance reporter J.J. McCorvey joins host Trenae Nuri to discuss how robo advisers powered by AI could protect you from making important financial moves based on emotion. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the tight labor market, new workers are in high demand. And that’s good news for teenagers who want a job. Teen unemployment is near its lowest level in decades, as businesses look to them to help fill a record number of open positions. WSJ workforce reporter Kathryn Dill joins host Trenae Nuri to discuss how businesses are attracting and retaining teenage workers, and Houston restaurateur Itai Ben Eli discusses working with a young staff. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Federal Trade Commission received nearly 1.4 million reports of identity theft last year, double from 2019. Now more people are considering paying for identity-theft protection services. WSJ contributor Cheryl Winokur Munk joins host Trenae Nuri to discuss how consumers can decide if those services are worth it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Students graduating from college this spring have made it clear they're seeking a sense of community and connection in their first job. But their message may not be resonating with recruiters and hiring managers. La Salle Network staffing company founder and CEO Tom Gimbel joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how grads can sharpen their message to ease the path to their first job. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Stocks that pay dividends have regained popularity this year. WSJ markets reporter Akane Otani joins host J.R. Whalen to explain why they are becoming more attractive to investors and how financial advisers suggest people select dividend stocks to include in their portfolio. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Federal Reserve approved plans to raise interest rates by half a percentage point, and more rate hikes are expected later in the year. WSJ personal-finance reporter Julia Carpenter joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what higher interest rates mean for consumers’ credit-card balances, student loans and mortgages, and some steps they can take to protect their personal finances. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fidelity will soon allow companies whose 401(k) retirement plans it administers to include bitcoin as an investment option for employees. WSJ retirement reporter Anne Tergesen joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what retirement savers should consider before adding a risky investment like bitcoin to their portfolio. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After a lull during the pandemic, lenders are offering personal loans to consumers once again. WSJ banking reporter AnnaMaria Andriotis joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why the loans are becoming popular again, and what borrowers need to watch out for when applying. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Many people who have resigned from their jobs during the pandemic in pursuit of bigger salaries have faced an unexpectedly frustrating path to a job they like. Host J.R. Whalen is joined by workplace reporter Kathryn Dill to discuss the trend, and California resident Faith Del Regno, who shares her experiences cycling through several jobs after quitting her old one. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Although some student-loan forgiveness plans have been discussed in Washington, nothing concrete has emerged. WSJ reporter Rebecca Ballhaus joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how borrowers can make a plan for paying back their student debt, and the various repayment options that are available. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A master’s or other advanced degree can come with a heavier financial burden than that for undergrads, and doesn’t necessarily guarantee a career with a higher salary. WSJ reporter Andrea Fuller joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how students can prepare for that financial responsibility, and which graduate degrees offer the best return on investment. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Filling out all the forms required to secure college loans, grants and scholarships can be an intimidating process. WSJ higher-education reporter Melissa Korn joins host J.R. Whalen to break down the key steps in the process and discuss common mistakes students and families make. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The cost to attend some of the nation’s top private colleges and universities can scare many people away from even applying. WSJ reporter Andrea Fuller joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how students and families can comparison shop and find the best value for their education. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Affording a college education can be a lot easier for students and families if they have important, though sometimes awkward, conversations about money as early as possible. WSJ higher-education reporter Melissa Korn joins host J.R. Whalen to kick off Your Money Briefing’s week-long series on managing student debt.    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Amid continued fierce competition for workers, companies are stepping up their efforts to recruit college students. Some are going far beyond the traditional job fair to woo prospective job candidates. WSJ workplace reporter Lindsay Ellis joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bitcoin is down about 10% this year, but stocks of crypto-focused companies are doing much worse, falling as much as 60%, according to FactSet. Wall Street Journal cryptocurrency reporter Paul Vigna joins WSJ Your Money Briefing host J.R. Whalen to discuss the reasons why, and how professional and everyday investors are thinking about crypto. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After years of strong gains, stock-market returns are expected to be significantly lower in the next few years. WSJ contributor Michael A. Pollock joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what financial advisors say retirees an d anyone building a retirement nest egg can do to protect their holdings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ticket prices for air travel rose an average of 11% in March from a month earlier. WSJ travel reporter Allison Pohle joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what is behind the fare hikes, and what consumers can do to find cheaper tickets. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The IRS will have an easier time tracking sales on e-commerce sites like eBay and Etsy under a new rule aimed at ensuring sellers pay tax they are supposed to. WSJ tax reporter Laura Saunders joins host J.R. Whalen to explain how this could affect your tax preparation in 2023.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.