Brian and his wife have lived overseas for a while and in the process built up a nest egg of about 600k. Now back in the States they have to find a house and are wondering how to do it without blowing through all the money they’ve accumulated.
Ep. 029 – The Secret History of the iPhone with Brian Merchant
On June 29th, 2007 Apple CEO Steve Jobs unveiled a new product, which he described as “a revolutionary mobile phone,” and a “breakthrough Internet communications device.”
BONUS Call 022
Remember folks, there are certain things that need to be happening before you’re ready to take the next step. This call will help walk you through the process.
Ep. 028 – How to Buy a Car with Consumer Reports Auto Specialist Mike Quincy
If you live in a big city, it can be easy to forget what it’s like to depend on a car. Urbanites tend to walk, take the subway or bus, ride a bicycle, or hop in a cab to get virtually everywhere.
BONUS call 021
It’s so great and satisfying when we’re able to expose people to the world of finance through the podcast.
Ep. 027 – Summer Travel Tips with Peter Greenberg
Summertime is officially upon us which means millions of Americans will be hitting the roads and taking to the skies to enjoy their summer vacations.
BONUS call 020
This week on the BONUS call I had to pick a side. I was either going to side with our caller, Dustin from Minnesota, or his wife. Only in their 30s, these guys are in great shape. They already have a good nest egg going and are able to save a solid amount each year.
Ep. 026 – Personal Finance 101 with Liz Weston
While it’s always fun talking to authors, CEOs and you on the Better Off podcast, I also enjoy chatting with fellow financial industry journalism colleagues.
BONUS call 019
We love starting them young on Better Off, and that’s certainly the case with Kevin from Maryland, our latest BONUS call.
Ep. 025 – Why Wall Street Matters with William Cohan
Imagine a world without companies like Apple, or media outlets such as CBS or NBC, without all of the cars and trucks crisscrossing the country, without food provided by the farmer…that’s what would happen if Wall Street did not exist…it would all go away, according to this week’s Better Off guest, writer William “Bill” Cohan.
