MoneyWatch with Jill Schlesinger
Episodes
Protecting Older Adults from Fraud
03 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're discussing how families can protect their loved ones from scams and fraud. Have a money question? Email us ...
New Retirement Plan Options
02 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
I’m starting a new job and I'm trying to make a smart decision about my new retirement plan options. Have a money question? Email us ...
Tips for Buying Life Insurance
26 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're discussing various ways to make the most of your life insurance. Have a money question? Email us ...
Nearing 40, Is Our Strategy Sound?
25 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Given that we had a bad experience with financial planners in the past, do you think we can manage our finances on our own? Have a money question? Em...
Which Home Improvement Projects Are Worth It?
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're discussing the state of the housing market as well as offering some tips for deciding which home renovations to invest in. Have a money q...
I Would Like to Retire by 45
18 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
I'm about to turn 35 and my sights are set on retirement in just a decade. Is this a possibility or a pipe dream? Have a money question? Email us ...
Is It Time to Focus On Other Goals?
12 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With a lot of money already saved in our retirement accounts, is it time to focus on some other goals? Have a money question? Email us ...
Chasing Financial Independence
11 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have I achieved the necessary level of financial independence to pursue something different? Have a money question? Email us ...
Retirement Plan Bootcamp
05 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Which retirement plans should you be considering? Today we're discussing the various options. Have a money question? Email us ...
A.I. and Your Money
04 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
From budgeting to investing and saving, people are turning to artificial intelligence for help. A recent survey shows 66% of Americans have turned to ...
Spring Cleaning for Your Finances
29 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we're discussing tips on cleaning up your finances, organizing paperwork, and more. Have a money question? Email us ...
Funding Two Years of College
28 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Where should we be looking to fund the final two years of college for our daughter? Have a money question? Email us ...
How to Avoid Tax Scams
22 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
I joined CBS Saturday Morning with tips for avoiding scams this tax season. Have a money question? Email us ...
How to Pay for College
21 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The cost to attend college, including tuition, room and board, and books, continues to rise. To attend a four-year, in-state school, the average cost ...
Pension Buy Back Strategy
15 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In two years I will have the opportunity to buy five years of service credits. How should I prepare financially? Have a money question? Email us ...
Can I Chill Out?
14 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With a low emergency fund, am I okay to just chill out and know that I can tap my retirement funds when/if ever needed? Have a money question? Email ...
Investment Strategy Going Forward
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With the age of 50 rapidly approaching, I am wondering what else I should be planning to do with my money over the next 10 years or so? Have a money ...
Is 6% the Solution to Housing Affordability?
07 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For the first time since 2022, 30-year mortgage rates dropped below 6%. We discuss what it means for home buyers and those looking to refinance. Have...
Are We Okay Financially?
01 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We are planning on one more kid but the school tuition is certainly piling up. I think we are okay but would like some reassurance. Have a money que...
Love and Money
28 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're discussing the crucial conversations people should have with their loved ones about finances. Have a money question? Email us ...
How Much to Spend on a Renovation?
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
My wife and I have a major backyard renovation in mind but we're not sure how to fund the project. Have a money question? Email us ...
Building and Maintaining Credit
21 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
I joined CBS Saturday Morning to discuss the various ways people can raise and maintain their credit score. Have a money question? Email us ...
How Much House Can We Afford?
15 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Knowing that we may have to reduce our retirement savings, how much house can we realistically afford? Have a money question? Email us ...
Best Cars of the Year
14 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This weekend we're bringing you a snippet of an interview we did with Mike Quincy, automotive writer at Consumer Reports. Mike joined us to discuss th...
The Way of Excellence With Brad Stulberg
08 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're joined by Brad Stulberg, author of the recently released book, The Way of Excellence: A Guide to True Greatness and Deep Satisfac...
New Fed Chair: Should You Care?
07 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Breaking down how changes at the Federal Reserve can matter in your life as President Trump pushes for new leadership. Have a money question? Email u...
New Year, New Car?
01 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We started the new year by getting into a car accident and now we have a decision to make on how to fund the purchase of a new vehicle. Have a money ...
State of the Housing Market
31 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
President Trump signed an executive order aimed at boosting the housing market. The goal is to increase the supply of homes available to buy by preven...
Where Should Our Financial Focus Be?
25 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We received a monetary gift for Christmas and I'm wondering if we should use it to pay down credit card debt? Have a money question? Email us ...
10% Credit Card Cap
24 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
President Trump says he wants to cap credit card interest rates at 10% for a year. Today we're discussing what a cap would mean for you. Have a money...
Financial Impacts of Moving to London?
18 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
I have a job offer to move to London and I'm having a hard time figuring out the financial implications of the move. Have a money question? Email us ...
What to Do With Inheritance?
17 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
I just inherited $400k and now I am trying to figure out what to do with it. Retirement or college? Have a money question? Email us ...
Big Money Reset in 2028
11 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
My family and I have been living overseas for the last 15 years and we are moving onto our next chapter in summer 2028 and want to make sure we are fi...
Investment Fees for Newbie
10 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
I am new to investing and have started to gain an understanding on the fees that I am being charged. Is it time to self-manage my money? Have a money...
Tough It Out or Make a Career Change?
04 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Should my husband stick it out in his government role, or can he pursue a contracting job? Have a money question? Email us ...
Am I in a Good Financial Spot at 48?
03 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With a pension on the horizon, plus a rental property, am I in good financial shape at the age of 48? Have a money question? Email us ...
Is a Cash Deferral Plan a Good Idea ?
28 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
My company offers a cash deferral plan and I'm trying to figure out if it's a good way for me to save for retirement. Have a money question? Email us...
Will a Move Blow Up Our Financial Future?
27 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We currently live in the Midwest and would love to move to the West Coast to be closer to family. Will such a move, with a much higher cost of living,...
Married and Combining Finances
21 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I'm getting married next summer and curious how you combine finances with a future spouse? Have a money question? Email us ...
Paying for Home Repairs
20 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I am expecting to need to spend about $15k on home repairs before the end of the year and I'm trying to figure out the best way to come up with cash. ...
Feeling Late to the Game
14 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I'm 39 years old and feeling very late to the game in terms of saving for retirement. Have a money question? Email us ...
In Need of a Financial Gut Check
13 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Knowing that I'm a bit of a worrier and always feeling a little anxious, it seems now would be a good time for a financial gut check. Have a money q...
Can I Accelerate Mortgage Payoff?
07 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I realize it's likely the wrong financial decision, but am I okay to accelerate the mortgage pay down? Have a money question? Email us ...
Where to Direct Extra Cash Flow?
06 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Now that I'm in a better position to save more cash, where should I be directing the surplus? Have a money question? Email us ...
Am I Too Aggressive?
30 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After being a stay at home mom and not saving for a decade, I'm looking to make up for lost time. Am I being too aggressive? Have a money question? E...
Considering Future Home Purchase
29 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
My husband and I have a two-year old and we are now thinking about leaving NYC and buying a house in Upstate New York. Can we do it? Have a money que...
The Stages of Job Loss Part Two
23 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The sluggish employment landscape explains why workers are now “job hugging,” rather than job hopping. The challenge is to fight the urge to hunke...
The Stages of Job Loss Part One
22 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The sluggish employment landscape explains why workers are now “job hugging,” rather than job hopping. The challenge is to fight the urge to hunke...
Juggling Many Financial Goals
16 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After going at it hard for quite a while, can we begin to pull back on our retirement savings? Have a money question? Email us ...
Americans Rack Up Record Debt
15 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A new Federal Reserve report shows total household debt is more than $18 trillion, which is equivalent to nearly half the size of the economy. We disc...
How to Pay the Cost of Surrogacy?
09 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is it better to take money out my brokerage account to cover the cost of surrogacy or does it make more financial sense to take a loan against the por...
The Great Lock-In
08 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A new social media trend called "The Great Lock-In" encourages people to focus on self-improvement before the new year begins. I joined CBS Mornings t...
Tale of Two Economies
02 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A new report reveals 69% of Americans say income is falling behind the cost of living, which is up from 50% five years ago. I joined CBS Mornings to d...
Money Together: An Unstoppable Financial Team
01 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're joined by Heather and Douglas Boneparth, co-authors of the recently released book, Money Together: How to find fairness in your relationsh...
Tips for Open Enrollment
26 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I joined CBS Mornings to break down what you need to know about open enrollment and picking the best health insurance plan for you and your family. H...
Am I Saving in the Right Places?
25 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I'm trying to catch up on my retirement savings after not saving much in my 20s and 30s and hoping for some confirmation that I'm saving in all the ri...
Financing a Home Renovation
19 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can I afford to slow down on my retirement contributions to help finance a home renovation? Have a money question? Email us ...
Tips for Buying a House
18 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I joined CBS Mornings with a step-by-step plan to choose an agent, get a mortgage and shop with confidence. Have a money question? Email us ...
Are We on the Right Track?
12 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
My husband and I are in our late 30s with three kids, and between saving for college, retirement, etc, it feels like we have lots of competing interes...
Life Insurance Bootcamp
11 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why is life insurance so important? Because it is one of the few financial products that can solve a future problem easily. Have a money question? ...
Expanding What’s Possible With Money Part Two
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're joined by Jana Davis, a financial advisor and CFP® at Abacus Wealth Partners, a purpose-driven, values-...
Expanding What’s Possible With Money Part One
04 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're joined by Jana Davis, a financial advisor and CFP® at Abacus Wealth Partners, a purpose-driven, values-centric fina...
Am I on Track and What to Do?
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Despite a lot of positive changes, I still don’t feel secure that I’m on the right track. Can you please guide me in the right direction? Have a ...
Pre-Tax or Roth 401(k)?
27 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I joined CBS Mornings to answer your top financial questions, including on credit cards, your savings account and retirement options. Have a money q...
Financial Concerns Amid Layoff
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I was recently informed that I will be without a job as of the beginning of the next federal fiscal year. I think that I'm fine financially, but my fi...
Building a Financial Foundation
20 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I joined CBS Mornings with essential financial tips to help recent high school graduates manage their money, avoid costly pitfalls and build a strong ...
The Power of the Pivot Part Two
14 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I recently joined Managing Your Practice, a podcast from Dimensional Fund Advisors dedicated to providing financial professionals with best pr...
The Power of the Pivot Part One
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I recently joined Managing Your Practice, a podcast from Dimensional Fund Advisors dedicated to providing financial professionals with best practice...
Too Aggressive With Retirement Savings?
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With pensions part of the equation, am I taking on too much risk within my retirement account? Have a money question? Email us ...
What to Do if You Lose Your Job
06 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As the economic uncertainty continues, I joined CBS Mornings with financial moves to make if you've recently lost your job. Have a money question? Em...
New Jobs in Our 20s, Are We on Track?
31 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With two new jobs, and quite a few goals on the table, are we on track to make any of it happen? Have a money question? Email us ...
On Track or Should We Be Doing More?
30 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're in our 30s and wondering if we're on track to meet our financial goals or if there's more that we should be doing? Have a money question? Email...
Help Me Help My Parents
24 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
An advisor is pushing my mom to sign up for a life insurance policy and I don’t think it's a good idea. Maybe I am wrong but I don't think so. Have...
The Wealth Ladder With Nick Maggiulli
23 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're joined by Nick Maggiulli, Chief Operating Officer for Ritholtz Wealth Management LLC, to discuss his recently released book, The ...
Burned Out in Healthcare
17 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I have been working in healthcare for 20 years, and while it’s a good job and pays well, I am totally burned out. I’ve thought of cutting back to ...
New Retirement Plan Investments
16 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A new executive order opens the door for companies to add cryptocurrencies to retirement plans. On this episode we're discussing the risks and potenti...
Doing My Best but Am I on the Right Path?
10 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I feel I am not doing enough. What can I improve? I need either a pat on the back or a sit down lecture. Have a money question? Email us ...
The Fed’s Pause and Your Money
09 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With interest rates holding steady for the fifth time, I joined CBS Mornings to explain how the decision affects credit cards, car loans, mortgages an...
Managing My Financial Anxiety
03 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m curious about how people quell their anxiety about whether they have enough for retirement. My anxiety about it returns every month or so. Have...
Rethinking Retirement
02 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to planning for retirement, it's all about having a plan. Without that key ingredient, it's impossible to move forward. Have a money qu...
Should We Pay Cash for New House?
27 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are we okay to buy a new house in cash? Doing so would free up additional cash flow and we would still have a sizable brokerage account. Have a money...
Invest or Pay Down Mortgage?
26 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I joined CBS Mornings to answer viewer questions from life insurance and lowering bills to your mortgage and the impact of canceling credit cards. Ha...
Advice on Retaining a CFP
20 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I am wondering if it's worth it just to maintain the relationship with the advisor that my parent's worked with for years, or seek out a lower-cost al...
Social Security Funding Crisis
19 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A new projection shows Social Security is on track to deplete its funds for full payments earlier than previously forecasted. Mark and I discuss how i...
Keep At It or Change Tactics?
13 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is the thought of paying off our mortgage the correct thought process given that the interest rate is nearly 7%? Have a money question? Email us ...
Big, Beautiful Bill Impact
12 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and I discussing who will benefit and who could be impacted negatively by President Trump's massive spending bill, which he signed into law last ...
When Can I Try Something New?
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I am 41 years old and totally over my corporate job. I want to get out of the rat race and be done with my long commute and try something new and/or g...
Career Tips for Recent Grads
05 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As young Americans struggle with job prospects and loan repayment, Mark and I share tips to ease financial stress and stay on track. Have a money que...
I Found My Passion, Can I Afford It?
29 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After taking a new job for a higher salary, I now realize it was a mistake. Can I afford to back to a lower paying job? Have a money question? Email ...
Navigating Retirement Worries
28 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Millions of Americans are experiencing the waves of an uncertain, see-sawing market. How can you keep calm and carry on? Mark and I discuss. Have a m...
Can I Take a Less Stressful Job?
22 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
While my current salary is great, it is stressful and takes me away from my wife and two young kids. The goal would be to find another job with a comp...
Navigating the Summer Job Market
21 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If your child is looking for a summer job, it could be more challenging as job growth trends downward. Mark and I discuss some tips on how to navigate...
Helping Newly Widowed Father-In-Law
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
My mother-in-law passed away unexpectedly a few months ago at age 72, just days after retiring. She managed all the finances and I want to make sure w...
Finding the Right Advisor
14 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What are some of the factors to consider when you're hiring a financial advisor? Mark and I discuss. Have a money question? Email us ...
Tired of My Industry, Can I Retire by Age 50?
08 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I have a complete distaste for the industry in which I work, and my soul needs a break. Do you think I can retire by 50? Have a money question? Email...
Buy Now, Pay Later, User Beware
07 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Buy now, pay later (BNPL) plans are popular but can lead to debt if not managed carefully. Mark and I discuss this and more. Have a money question? E...
Handling Inherited Assets
01 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After receiving a sizable inheritance, I want to be smart in taking the next steps to ensure my future retirement. Have a money question? Email us ...
Money Advice for Recent Grads
31 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With millions entering the workforce, we're discussing some essential tips for managing money, setting goals and avoiding common financial mistakes af...
What Vets Should Know About Managing Money
25 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This Memorial Day weekend we're bringing you an appearance I made on CBS Eye on Veterans, hosted by Phil Briggs. Phil had me on his show to discuss th...
Should I Take Early Retirement Offer?
24 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I recently accepted an early retirement offer, but I have a few weeks to change my mind before it becomes official. Should I reconsider? Have a money...