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Welcome to NerdWallet’s Smart Money podcast. Here we answer real-world money questions. This episode comes from our new series “This or That,” in which the NerdWallet Travel team reviews different travel options. Watch this episode on one of these platforms: Our take You can redeem points for travel with credit cards that earn points, and […]

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Without regular income, it is possible to have financial difficulties after retirement. A reverse mortgage may be an option for homeowners who want to manage their financial problems. What’s a reverse mortgage? Reverse mortgages are home loans that allow homeowners aged 62 or older to take out some of their equity and then convert it […]

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The 2020 homebuying market was different than any other. Prices were high, inventory was limited, and buyers competed for record-low mortgage rates. This was in spite of (and in large part because of) a global pandemic. According to a survey, potential buyers see 2021 as a rose-colored glass. Our annual Home Buyer Report has highlighted […]

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You may have saved and planned for years by the time you are ready to retire. You’ll need to plan how you will use your savings to meet your post-retirement needs. This retirement checklist includes five key tasks that will ensure you have enough income, estate planning and health care. 1. Register for Medicare Medicare […]

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