Life Kit: Money

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Being in control of your money leads to great things. From dealing with debt or student loans, to how to buy a house, NPR wants to help. Updated every time Life...

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Your 2025 tax questions, answered
Tax attorneys Hana Boruchov and Leo Gabovich answer questions from our audience about the 2025 tax season. They explain whether or not to get an accountant, what to do if you can't pay your tax bill, and how to handle taxes when you work remotely.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
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Buy now, pay later loans are becoming more popular. Here's what to know
Klarna, Afterpay, Affirm — maybe you've noticed these platforms when shopping online. They allow you to break up large payments into smaller installments that you can pay over time, and are a popular alternative to credit cards. In this episode, we'll cover the pros and cons of these loans and how to use them responsibly.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
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How to get on the same page about money with your partner
How financially compatible are you with your partner? Is your partner a spender while you're a saver? Are you on the same page about saving for retirement? Financial therapist Shay Harris-Pierre explains how couples can examine their spending habits, work through money conflicts and align their financial goals.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
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Simple ways to protect yourself from scams
Scams can happen to anyone. Experts explain how to safeguard your data and money from being exploited or stolen by fraudsters. This episode originally published November 7, 2023.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
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How to travel on a budget
There are ways to travel on a budget without completely draining your bank account — but you might have to let go of the over-the-top luxury travel images you see on Instagram. In this episode, we'll help you travel with intention, save ahead and maximize travel tools to get the best deals and savings on the trips you want to take.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
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Being in control of your money leads to great things. From dealing with debt or student loans, to how to buy a house, NPR wants to help. Updated every time Life Kit posts an episode on personal finance or money.Want another life hack? Try Life Kit+. Your subscription supports the show and unlocks an exclusive sponsor-free feed. Learn more at plus.npr.org/lifekit

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