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Money Girl

Quick and Dirty Tips

Laura Adams provides short and friendly personal finance, small business, real estate, and investing tips to help you live a richer life. Whether you're just starting out or are already a savvy investor, Money Girl's advice will point you in the right direction.

Location:

New York, NY

Description:

Laura Adams provides short and friendly personal finance, small business, real estate, and investing tips to help you live a richer life. Whether you're just starting out or are already a savvy investor, Money Girl's advice will point you in the right direction.

Twitter:

@lauraadams

Language:

English

Contact:

c/o Macmillan Publishers, LLC 18 West 18th St., 7th Floor New York, NY 10011


Episodes
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Should My First Home Be an Investment Property?

7/4/2025
Laura answers a listener's question about the pros and cons of buying a rental property before a first home. Transcript: https://money-girl.simplecast.com/episodes/should-my-first-home-be-an-investment-property/transcript Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/money-girl-newsletter https://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDT

Duration:00:22:38

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9 Tips to Cut Your Power Bill When the Heat Soars

7/2/2025
Laura provides nine practical tips to help you save money and reduce your power bill as temperatures rise this summer

Duration:00:11:44

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Should I Use a Self-Directed IRA?

6/27/2025
Laura answers a listener's question about self-directed IRAs and how to invest with them wisely. Transcript: https://money-girl.simplecast.com/episodes/should-i-use-a-self-directed-ira/transcript Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/money-girl-newsletter https://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDT

Duration:00:19:08

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How to Invest in Stocks With Less Risk

6/25/2025
Laura reviews the pros and cons of investing in stocks and five ways to own them with less risk. Transcript: https://money-girl.simplecast.com/episodes/how-to-invest-in-stocks-with-less-risk/transcript Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/money-girl-newsletter https://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDT

Duration:00:16:34

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How to Save and Invest Approaching Retirement?

6/20/2025
Laura answers a listener's question about saving and investing as you approach retirement or have a newly retired partner or spouse. Transcript: https://money-girl.simplecast.com/episodes/how-to-save-and-invest-approaching-retirement/transcript Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/money-girl-newsletter https://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDT

Duration:00:11:32

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How to Retire With Over $100,000 of Annual Income

6/18/2025
Laura reviews planning variables and what it takes to retire with over $100,000 of yearly income. Transcript: https://money-girl.simplecast.com/episodes/how-to-retire-with-over-100-000-of-annual-income/transcript Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/money-girl-newsletter https://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDT

Duration:00:16:13

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Do I Need Personal Articles Policy (PAP) Insurance?

6/13/2025
Laura answers a listener's question about protecting valuable personal property not fully covered by homeowners or condo insurance. Transcript: https://money-girl.simplecast.com/episodes/do-i-need-personal-articles-policy-pap-insurance/transcript Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/money-girl-newsletter https://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDT

Duration:00:14:00

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Money and Leadership Lessons with Peter Cuneo

6/11/2025
Laura interviews Peter Cuneo about leadership tips and how to use them to improve your personal finances. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. Transcript: https://money-girl.simplecast.com/episodes/money-and-leadership-lessons-with-peter-cuneo/transcript Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/money-girl-newsletter https://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDT

Duration:00:24:15

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What Are the Best Places to Save Money for Kids?

6/6/2025
Laura answers a listener's question about where to start saving money for her kids' college and future needs. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. Transcript: https://money-girl.simplecast.com/episodes/what-are-the-best-places-to-save-money-for-kids/transcript Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/money-girl-newsletter https://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDT

Duration:00:16:22

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Richer Relationships–Finding the Right Partner for Success

6/4/2025
Laura reviews tips for couples and partners who want more life and financial success. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. Transcript: https://money-girl.simplecast.com/episodes/richer-relationshipsfinding-the-right-partner-for-success/transcript Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/money-girl-newsletter https://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDT https://twitter.com/LauraAdams https://lauradadams.com/

Duration:00:11:04

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Should I Use Extra Cash for Savings, Investments, or Debt?

5/30/2025
Laura answers a listener's question about prioritizing money for various goals like buying a home, eliminating debt, and retiring. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. Transcript: https://money-girl.simplecast.com/episodes/should-i-use-extra-cash-for-savings-investments-or-debt/transcript Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/money-girl-newsletter https://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDT https://twitter.com/LauraAdams https://lauradadams.com/

Duration:00:14:59

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Understanding Digital Assets–7 Types of Cryptocurrencies

5/28/2025
Laura reviews seven main types of cryptocurrencies and their purposes. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. Transcript: https://money-girl.simplecast.com/episodes/understanding-digital-assets7-types-of-cryptocurrencies/transcript Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/money-girl-newsletter https://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDT https://twitter.com/LauraAdams https://lauradadams.com/

Duration:00:10:05

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Should I Get a Mortgage or Save to Pay Cash for a Home?

5/23/2025
Laura answers a listener's question about getting a mortgage to buy a home or saving cash to buy one outright later. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. Transcript: https://money-girl.simplecast.com/episodes/should-i-get-a-mortgage-or-save-to-pay-cash-for-a-home/transcript Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/money-girl-newsletter https://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDT https://twitter.com/LauraAdams https://lauradadams.com/

Duration:00:12:25

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Selling Your Home? How to Avoid Capital Gains Tax

5/21/2025
Laura reviews a legitimate way to sell your home tax-free or pay significantly less capital gains taxes. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. Transcript: https://money-girl.simplecast.com/episodes/selling-your-home-how-to-avoid-capital-gains-tax/transcript Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/money-girl-newsletter https://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDT https://twitter.com/LauraAdams https://lauradadams.com/

Duration:00:13:41

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Should I Get a Home Equity Investment Loan?

5/16/2025
Laura answers a listener's question about getting a home equity investment loan to retire early. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/money-girl-newsletter https://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDT https://twitter.com/LauraAdams https://lauradadams.com/ Policygenius Link: https://www.policygenius.com/

Duration:00:12:19

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Social Security's Future--Fact vs Fiction with Bill Rainaldi

5/14/2025
Laura interviews Bill Rainaldi, a financial services and Social Security expert, about the program and what the future may hold for retirees. Laura answers a listener's question about using a 401(k) and whether now is a good time to invest. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/money-girl-newsletter https://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDT https://twitter.com/LauraAdams https://lauradadams.com/ Policygenius Link: https://www.policygenius.com/

Duration:00:35:59

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Retirement Accounts Explained–5 Types You Should Know

5/9/2025
Laura answers a listener's question about using a 401(k) and whether now is a good time to invest. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/money-girl-newsletter https://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDT https://twitter.com/LauraAdams https://lauradadams.com/ Policygenius Link: https://www.policygenius.com/

Duration:00:22:27

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How Strategic Debt Elimination Builds Wealth Faster

5/7/2025
Laura reviews how to identify good and bad debts and tips for paying off the right ones faster. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/money-girl-newsletter https://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDT https://twitter.com/LauraAdams https://lauradadams.com/

Duration:00:14:59

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7 Things to Do After Getting Fired or Leaving a Job

5/2/2025
Laura answers a listener's question about getting financially organized after getting fired or leaving a job. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/money-girl-newsletter https://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDT https://twitter.com/LauraAdams https://lauradadams.com/

Duration:00:14:14

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Maximizing Value on Your Next Vehicle Purchase with Jessica Tavares

4/30/2025
Laura interviews Jessica Tavares from Enterprise Car Sales about ways to purchase a car for less and have a better buying experience. Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a money question? Send an email to money@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at (302) 364-0308. Find Money Girl on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more personal finance tips. Money Girl is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/money-girl-newsletter https://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDT https://twitter.com/LauraAdams https://lauradadams.com/

Duration:00:24:53