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MoneyWatch with Jill Schlesinger

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Are you ready to take control of your financial life? Jill Schlesinger, CBS News business analyst and Certified Financial Planner, is here to help! On MoneyWatch, Jill will help you conquer the fear and anxiety of financial decisions, as she answers your questions about all things money. Have a question? From retirement, to career changes, to college funding and the right mix of investments to reach those goals, email Jill at askjill@jillonmoney.com. Tune in for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday mornings.

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United States

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CBS News

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Are you ready to take control of your financial life? Jill Schlesinger, CBS News business analyst and Certified Financial Planner, is here to help! On MoneyWatch, Jill will help you conquer the fear and anxiety of financial decisions, as she answers your questions about all things money. Have a question? From retirement, to career changes, to college funding and the right mix of investments to reach those goals, email Jill at askjill@jillonmoney.com. Tune in for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday mornings.

Language:

English


Episodes
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Can I Retire Next Year?

10/31/2024
I want to retire next year at the age of 62 after working at the same company for 35 years. Can I do it? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:18:58

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A Guide to Estate Planning

10/29/2024
A new survey shows the number of Americans with a will has decreased by 6% from last year, even though the majority say having a will is important. I joined CBS Mornings to discuss what to know about estate planning and your will. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:14:12

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How to Handle Lump Sum Payout

10/24/2024
We recently found out that my husband, thanks to his job, will be coming into a large chunk of money. What should we do with it? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:20:37

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The Struggling Sandwich Generation

10/22/2024
Many people in their 50s are part of the so-called "sandwich generation" of workers who support both young relatives and aging parents. Roughly 5 million U.S. households fall into this category, and as a result, the sandwich generation faces challenges saving for retirement. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:15:34

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How to Handle Large Inheritance

10/17/2024
After receiving a large inheritance, what steps should we be taking to best navigate our financial future? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:21:33

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Considering Pre-Retirement Adjustments

10/15/2024
A pre-retirement adjustment we are considering is discontinuing my wife's 403(b) contributions and redirecting those funds to increase contributions to our taxable brokerage account. Does this make sense? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:14:30

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Financial Priorities and Parenthood

10/10/2024
I joined CBS Mornings with some financial advice to help parents save money while also juggling the expenses of parenthood. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:14:28

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A Strong Economy and Planning for the Unknown

10/8/2024
As the economy added 245,000 jobs in September, exceeding the expectations of most economists, a large chunk of the country has been dealing with natural disasters. I joined CBS Mornings to discuss. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:17:03

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How to Pay for College

10/3/2024
My wife and I are trying to figure out how to pay for college for our youngest son and we're in need of some suggestions. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:18:56

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Evaluating My Asset Allocation

10/1/2024
I have a large chunk of money in my ESOP and a large chunk of money in a single stock. How should I be evaluating my overall asset allocation? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:26:38

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I Fired My Planner

9/26/2024
We recently fired our financial planner and would like some advise and/or suggestions on our portfolio makeup as we begin our retirement journey. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:26:24

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Do I Have Enough Insurance?

9/24/2024
As I prepare to leave the military, is there any reason why I should be looking to get additional insurance? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:18:42

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In Too Good of a Position for Retirement?

9/19/2024
Given the level of assets we've accumulated, I'm wondering if we can hit the breaks when it comes to saving for retirement? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:17:33

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Retired at 48, Am I Okay?

9/17/2024
I retired two years ago at 48 and would like to know if you agree with my analysis that I have enough to stop my part time job. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:17:42

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How Am I Doing?

9/12/2024
I’m considering buying a new home and would love your thoughts on if you think I can afford to buy now. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:29:03

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Big Money Decisions

9/10/2024
With some big money decisions on the horizon, I have a lot of questions and I'm not sure which direction to go. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:16:01

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Can My Wife Retire at 55?

9/5/2024
We're in our mid 40s and the goal is to have my wife retire at 55, is this doable? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:20:40

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Do We Have Enough F-U Money?

9/3/2024
Will we have enough F-U money in about five years or so to consider a career pivot? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:22:18

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Regrouping After a Loss

8/29/2024
My husband died four years ago and I'm still trying to get myself back on track. Am I taking the proper steps? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:21:38

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Considering a Major Renovation

8/27/2024
With a major renovation in the works, what's the best way to pay for it? Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Duration:00:16:22