20 episodes
WSJ Your Money Briefing The Wall Street Journal
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Your Money Briefing is your personal-finance and career checklist, with the news that affects your money and what you do with it. From spending and saving to investing and taxes, the Wall Street Journal’s finance reporters and experts break down complicated money questions every weekday to help you make better decisions about managing your money. Hosted by J.R. Whalen.
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How a Forgotten Form Led to His Ex Getting His $1 Million Retirement Account
They broke up 35 years ago. He left her his nearly $1 million retirement account. The years-long legal battle that ensued is a cautionary tale. WSJ personal finance reporter Ashlea Ebeling joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how this happened and the mistakes to avoid when filling out beneficiary forms.
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The Recession Still Isn’t Here. Is It Ever Coming?
Economists have warned a recession was imminent but it still hasn’t arrived. WSJ chief economics correspondent Nick Timiraos joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how long this economic resilience could last and what threatens it.
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What’s News in Markets: Streaming Price, Spending Slumps, Meme Mania
Why is Spotify hiking its premium price? And how are J.M. Smucker and Lululemon dealing with lower consumer spending? Plus, what’s behind the wild moves of GameStop’s stock? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.
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Why Paying in Cash Could Cost You Extra
More customers are facing a fee when they choose to pay in cash. WSJ personal-finance reporter Oyin Adedoyin joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how the extra charge could change the way you purchase items like popcorn at the ballpark or merch at a concert.
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Estate Fights Can Tear Stepfamilies Apart. Here’s How to Avoid the Brawl
It can be a challenge for blended families to properly allocate money, properties and plans after a parent dies. Personal-finance reporter Ashlea Ebeling talks to host J.R. Whalen about ways to avoid the family feuds.
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The IRS Is Expanding Its Alternative Tax-Filing Software
After limited eligibility in its first year, the IRS is expanding its new electronic tax-filing system . WSJ reporter Richard Rubin joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how Direct File compares to other tax software.
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