Wsj Your Money Briefing

Wall Street Journal tax reporter Richard Rubin explains the decision to allow the IRS to release tax refund payments during the government shutdown Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After stock markets took investors on a roller coaster ride for much of the fourth quarter of last year, Wall Street Journal markets reporter Jessica Menton explains why January is expected to mean smoother trading days as well as gains for stocks. 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 Dave Michaels explains why cryptocurrency traders and startups see SEC member Hester Peirce as an important ally in the growth of the currency. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jerome Powell sent the markets soaring with his pledge that the Fed would be patient and flexible regarding future interest rate moves. But the Wall Street Journal's Mike Wursthorn says more uncertainty lies around the corner with upcoming earnings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Instead of buying existing homes, institutional landlords have found it cheaper to build their own homes to meet booming consumer demand for rental properties. Ryan Dezember of the Wall Street Journal 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 explains why banks are cutting some perks and rewards that have attracted consumers to their credit cards. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ally Bank senior director Emily Shallal discusses how to find the right online savings account to build a nest egg, including seeking out the best interest rate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Stock market gyrations and volatility are unlikely to go away in 2019, and that could give investors reason to realign their portfolios. Principal Global Investors chief investment officer Todd Jablonski explains how investors can best insulate themselves from steep market ups and downs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ally Bank's Emily Shallal has tips for getting the most out of online savings accounts, including how to find the best interest rate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

U.S. stocks posted solid gains in an incredibly turbulent week. The Wall Street Journal's Jessica Menton says the volatility has occurred despite the fact that we're not in a crisis. The problem is that investors are confronted with so much uncertainty. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Certified financial planner Bill Francavilla offers tips for consumers to avoid being scammed by fraudsters over email, including emails and calls from people claiming to be from the IRS. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In a recent survey, parents said they'd be willing to give a child at least $5,000 to help them out of debt. But not all debt is created equal. CreditCards.com's Ted Rossman discusses exceptions to parents' sense of generosity. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hightower Treasury Partners chief investment officer Richard Saperstein explains materials investors should be gathering throughout the year and have when meeting with their financial planner to begin the new year. He also details sectors to avoid, and the biggest mistakes investors typically make. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Investors who suffered from the bitcoin tumble can get some relief from the U.S. tax code. The Wall Street Journal's Laura Saunders says one thing investors can do is use bitcoin losses to offset taxes on winning investments, either now or later. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

U.S. stocks were hammered again Friday, capping the worst week in a decade. Is there any respite ahead for the markets? Not right away; the Wall Street Journal's Mike Wursthorn says investors are looking to 2019 before they think about buying again. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For the first time, cryptocurrency investors who buy contracts to bet on prices will be paid in bitcoin. Wall Street Journal reporter Gabriel Rubin 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 tax reporter Laura Saunders reviews some significant changes to tax rules as a result of the new tax law, including adjustments to the standard deduction, benefits of charitable deductions, and the alternative minimum tax. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Greg Peters, Senior Portfolio Manager at PGIM Fixed Income discusses the Federal Reserve increasing interest rates by 0.25% to a range of 2.25% to 2.5%, and how investors should in turn adjust their portfolios. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Experian credit reporting agency will soon begin factoring cellphone and utility bill payments into credit scores. What's the risk fctor for consumers? Wall Street Journal reporter AnnaMaria Andriotis has details. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

U.S. financial markets have typically staged a Santa Claus rally to close out the year. But that could be tough in 2018; stocks are down for the year over issues like trade, the Fed and global growth. The Wall Street Journal's Jessica Menton explains. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.