Wsj Your Money Briefing

The pandemic has upended the rules of networking, which used to almost always involve face-to-face meetings. Reporter Ray Smith explains, and Columbia Business School professor Dan Wang offers tips for getting your message across. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Investors may feel anxious over how the results of the presidential election could affect their holdings, but Dan Egan, managing director of personal finance advisory company Betterment, explains why they should focus more on things they can control. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The presence of Covid-19 means Americans signing up for next year's health benefits should spend more time than usual considering their coverage plan. Voya Financial's Mona Zielke has tips on which options to consider. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Eviction protections are set to expire by January, yet many renters still face economic hardship and can't make monthly payments. Reporter Will Parker explains the potential crisis facing the rental market. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Workers like Tennessee resident Don Buchanan used up paid sick time from work while battling Covid-19. Reporter Lauren Weber explains how time-off rules passed by Congress didn't account for the pandemic stretching on for six months and running. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Some people, like 26-year-old Chris Strong, have used the student loan deferment period to buff up their finances. But our personal finance reporter Julia Carpenter says others may hit a wall when they have to start paying again. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The pandemic has caused people to consciously make financial decisions, but it has also triggered subtle emotions that can unconsciously steer their decision-making. Duke University's John Payne explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The pandemic has raised a whole new set of questions prospective college students should be asking before settling on where to go to school. Reporter Jillian Berman explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Businesses that received Paycheck Protection Program funds from the Small Business Administration can receive forgiveness on those loans if they meet certain criteria. Economics reporter Amara Omeokwe explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As health care takes a larger bite out of Americans' finances, some people are finding creative ways to cover the costs. Reporter Francesca Fontana discusses proposing to her husband, and bringing him onto her insurance plan. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Consumer credit reporter AnnaMaria Andriotis explains why credit scores rose this summer, and the challenges that could pose to people hoping to secure a loan. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The coronavirus pandemic has put tens of millions of people out of work, but in some industries there's a hiring boom. Reporter Patrick Thomas discusses where jobs can be found right now. Charlie Turner hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Many airlines are making award seats available at very cheap prices in miles or points to entice nervous passengers to travel once again. "Middle Seat" columnist Scott McCartney explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Americans have options to consider beyond the standard bank savings account to get their cash to grow. Personal finance reporter Julia Carpenter explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. If you're doing the WSJ's Six-Week Money Challenge, we want to hear about your experience. Call us at 315-992-8298 and leave us a voice message with your stories and lessons learned. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Investors are placing bets on sectors likely to benefit from either outcome in November's presidential election. Markets reporter Amrith Ramkumar explains how market volatility can make it hard for individual investors to keep up. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Business owners often find opportunities to reduce their tax bill by shielding expenses from the IRS, reducing their chances of being audited. Tax reporter Laura Saunders explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Unlike millions of Americans that have struggled financially since the start of the pandemic, the nation's ultra-wealthy have recovered most of the losses they suffered in the first quarter. Reporter Katherine Clarke explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

More companies are offering employees buyout packages to voluntarily leave their jobs. Retirement reporter Anne Tergesen outlines the questions workers should ask if they are offered a package. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Listings for available jobs fell in September after months of gains. Economics reporter Sarah Chaney explains why companies are pulling back hiring. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Holding student debt can impede prospective homebuyers' chances of qualifying for a mortgage. Business writer Cheryl Winokur Munk offers strategies to help debt holders qualify for a mortgage. J.R. Whalen hosts. 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.