Wsj Your Money Briefing

A government organization that backs community lenders, credit unions and small banks is raising eyebrows by potentially lending to groups that face minimal oversight. Wall Street Journal reporter Andrew Ackerman explains. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wall Street Journal 'Middle Seat' columnist Scott McCartney discusses the growing backlash against fees that hotel companies tack on to the advertised cost of rooms. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wall Street Journal tax reporter Laura Saunders explains tax questions surrounding Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's decision to step back from the royal family and split their time between the U.K. and North America. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As pensions are phased out by companies, more 401(k) plans are adding features allowing savers to receive regular payouts and stretch their savings. Wall Street Journal reporter Anne Tergesen explains. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The spread of the coronavirus outbreak in China has investors worried that it could affect economies worldwide. Wall Street Journal reporter Akane Otani explains. 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.

Global housing markets are losing steam, and holding back prospects for the global economy. Wall Street Journal reporter Sarah Chaney explains. 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.

Local supermarkets are closing their in-store pharmacies as large drugstore chains expand their offerings. Wall Street Journal reporter Sharon Terlep explains. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Many lawmakers and municipalities are trying to eliminate security deposits in order to make renting more affordable. Wall Street Journal reporter Will Parker explains. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wall Street Journal reporter AnnaMaria Andriotis discusses changes coming to the way credit scores are calculated, and how it could make it more difficult for some Americans to borrow money. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wall Street Journal columnist Joann S. Lublin explains important questions job-seekers should ask to better understand the culture inside a company. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wall Street Journal reporter Rachel Feintzeig explains why executive assistants have been eliminated from U.S. offices in large numbers over the past two decades. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Last year, Congress cut the tax benefits of Stretch IRAs, which are passed down to non-spouse heirs. The Wall Street Journal's Laura Saunders reminds us that Congress has long considered trimming retirement breaks, and savers should be aware that their breaks might be targeted. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Burnout is high among physicians, especially those between the ages of 40 and 54, a recent survey revealed. The Wall Street Journal's Brianna Abbott discusses what's behind the extra stress and how doctors are coping. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Builders are on track to finish more new apartments in 2020 than in any year since the 1980s. The Wall Street Journal's Will Parker said the rise is led by a spike in luxury apartment rentals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As they face the task of filling 500,000 unfilled positions, U.S. factories are luring workers with perks such as bonuses and relocation payments. Wall Street Journal reporter Austen Hufford explains. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wall Street Journal reporter Jake Schlesinger discusses a proposal put forth by Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang to issue $1,000 monthly payments to Americans, commonly known as universal basic income. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wall Street Journal reporter Jared S. Hopkins discusses how a California plan to launch its own prescription drug would use governmental purchasing power to control rising health care costs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wall Street Journal reporter Cezary Podkul explains how student loan borrowers extending their re-payment schedules have forced issuer of bonds tied to student debt to move the maturity date decades into the future. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wall Street Journal contributor Tom Herman explains steps taxpayers can take to avoid making costly errors and omissions on their tax returns. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wall Street Journal reporter Heather Gillers discusses 2019's record cash inflow into mutual funds containing municipal bonds, and whether that trend is likely to continue in 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.