Wsj Your Money Briefing

More people in the U.S. are losing their home-insurance coverage due to storms, lawsuits and rebuilding costs. WSJ personal-finance reporter Veronica Dagher joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how homeowners can prevent their insurance from being canceled and what they can do if it is. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Frontier Airlines offers passengers an “all-you-can-fly” program for a flat fee. Wall Street Journal “Carry On” columnist Dawn Gilbertson joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss whether the pass, which includes domestic and international flights, is worth your time and money. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

High-earning Americans who previously shunned discount stores like the Dollar Tree and Five Below are spending time in the aisles looking for bargains. WSJ personal-finance reporter Rachel Wolfe joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why they’ve changed their shopping habits.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Americans holding federal student loans will be required to resume making payments after the Supreme Court struck down President Biden’s forgiveness plan. WSJ personal-finance reporter Julia Carpenter joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how the nation’s 40 million borrowers should prepare to resume making payments.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Banks are sending out more requests to customers for their annual salary information. WSJ personal-finance reporter Imani Moise joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why, and whether customers are obligated to reveal their earnings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Homebuyers are shunning fixer-uppers, even though they often come with a reduced purchase price. WSJ personal-finance reporter Veronica Dagher joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why prospective buyers are looking elsewhere. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rejection of a claim by a health insurer isn’t uncommon, but many consumers aren’t aware of the process to fight back. WSJ reporter Anna Wilde Mathews joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the most effective ways to launch an appeal.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Research shows that even when consumers know that taxes and fees will be tacked on to a product’s cost at checkout, they’re more likely to pay the bill instead of researching a better price. WSJ columnist Josh Zumbrun 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.

A co-worker seen by others as an “office jerk” can be annoying, but also stand in the way of productivity. New York University psychology professor Tessa West joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how workers can overcome the fear of approaching an office-mate conducting themselves inappropriately. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Teens are getting a head start in understanding personal finance through apps designed to help them manage money, with parental supervision. Host J.R. Whalen is joined by WSJ personal-finance reporter Oyin Adedoyin as well as a mother of twin 15-year olds who are active on several apps. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Watching your 401(k) balance rise as stock markets trend higher might give savers a sense of comfort, but WSJ reporter Anne Tergesen tells host J.R. Whalen why financial experts say that could do long-term damage to your retirement portfolio . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As more workers say they’re less engaged on the job, some companies are taking steps to improve the day-to-day experience for employees. WSJ’s Russell Adams joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why the changes don’t always include pay raises. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Many schools, businesses and recruiters are launching programs to address gaps in recent college grads’ face-to-face social skills to help them succeed in the workplace. WSJ’s Lindsay Ellis joins host J.R. Whalen to explain why.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After several years of double-digit percentage increases, apartment-rent growth is falling for only the second time since the 2008 financial crisis. WSJ’s Will Parker joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why rents are declining, and what could drive them higher again.   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.

Increased frustration among employees is impacting workplace productivity and employee retention. WSJ reporter Lindsay Ellis joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what’s fueling the shift among workers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tip screens at a checkout counter where people typically make small purchases can make for some awkward moments between consumers and store workers. The WSJ’s Oyin Adedoyin joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss expectations when it comes to tipping.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In 2022, legal sports wagers on sites like FanDuel and DraftKings totaled $93.2 billion. Wall Street Journal tax reporter Laura Saunders joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss tax rules that sports bettors sometimes overlook. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Carving out time for yourself can have positive effects on your career and relationships.   WSJ “Work & Life” columnist Rachel Feintzeig joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why many people, especially women, struggle to include “me time” into their daily schedule. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Travelers are likely to run into fees tacked onto the higher costs of airline tickets, hotel rooms and rental cars this summer. WSJ travel columnist Dawn Gilbertson joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss ways to avoid these charges.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In response to the growing popularity of bond investing, Wealthfront has introduced a robo-advisory tool to pick investments. WSJ personal-finance reporter Imani Moise joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how it works.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.