Life Kit: How to Spend Wisely

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Life Kit: How to Spend Wisely

Money is stressful for everyone, but a little bit of knowledge goes a long way. Whether it’s how to make a budget, get the most out of credit points, or saving for the future, in this special collection of episodes curated from our archive, Life Kit takes on the spending side of your budget – because that’s step one in managing your money.. Subscribe to Life Kit Plus now to get exclusive access to this and other Life Kit playlists we’ll be adding over time, and get sponsor-free listening for new Life Kit episodes, too.

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  1. How to Spend Wisely

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    How to Spend Wisely

    Money is stressful for everyone, but a little bit of knowledge goes a long way. Whether it’s how to make a budget, get the most out of credit points, or saving for the future, these episodes from Life Kit will help you better manage your money. Subscribe to Life Kit Plus now to get exclusive access to this and other Life Kit playlists we’ll be adding over time, and get sponsor-free listening for new Life Kit episodes, too.

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  2. Start a financial self-care routine

    15/08/2023 • LIFE KIT+ ONLY

    Start a financial self-care routine

    Just like your health, your finances need checkups too. Here are 5 good habits to do every year to help you reach your financial goals.

    16 min
  3. Save money on groceries

    30/05/2023 • LIFE KIT+ ONLY

    Save money on groceries

    Groceries aren't cheap, but there are ways beyond just looking for sales to make budget meals. To help cut down your grocery bill, we have practical tips for saving money on the food you cook at home.

    17 min
  4. Put your savings to work

    24/04/2023 • LIFE KIT+ ONLY

    Put your savings to work

    The current inflation rate in the US is 5 percent. And most big bank savings accounts offer interest rates much lower than that. In this episode, you'll learn how to protect your savings against inflation.

    16 min
  5. Credit card points

    07/11/2022 • LIFE KIT+ ONLY

    Credit card points

    Credit card rewards programs can offer big perks like airline miles and hotel upgrades. Finance journalist Katherine Fan explains how to choose the right card and what to know before signing up.

    19 min
  6. Resisting lifestyle creep

    14/07/2022 • LIFE KIT+ ONLY

    Resisting lifestyle creep

    Making more money tends to lead to spending more money. It's a phenomenon known as "lifestyle creep." Paco de Leon, author of Finance for the People, shares advice on keeping your long-term financial goals in check and fending off the subconscious urge to automatically increase spending when your income increases.

    24 min
  7. Eating healthy on a budget

    08/10/2020 • LIFE KIT+ ONLY

    Eating healthy on a budget

    Minding your budget while eating the foods that nourish you takes a little planning — but it's possible. Dietitian Shana Spence shares her tips to help you shop and keep your fridge stocked without breaking the bank.

    10 min
  8. Spending less

    24/09/2020 • LIFE KIT+ ONLY

    Spending less

    We could all stand to stretch our cash a little further right now. Life Kit teamed up with financial expert Tiffany Aliche, also known as the Budgetnista, for tips about how to separate needs from wants, stop stress-spending and save for the future.

    21 min
  9. How to make a budget

    17/08/2020 • LIFE KIT+ ONLY

    How to make a budget

    Whether you're paying down credit cards or saving for daily necessities during COVID-19, the best place to start is with a budget. Some simple tools can help.

    22 min
  10. Managing your money when you’re having a financial crisis

    06/07/2001 • LIFE KIT+ ONLY

    Managing your money when you’re having a financial crisis

    Whether you lose your job or the economy is in a recession, weathering a financial crisis is tough. Personal finance expert Michelle Singletary guides us through tough decisions to get through money struggles.

    17 min

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Money is stressful for everyone, but a little bit of knowledge goes a long way. Whether it’s how to make a budget, get the most out of credit points, or saving for the future, in this special collection of episodes curated from our archive, Life Kit takes on the spending side of your budget – because that’s step one in managing your money.. Subscribe to Life Kit Plus now to get exclusive access to this and other Life Kit playlists we’ll be adding over time, and get sponsor-free listening for new Life Kit episodes, too.

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