In this motivating episode of Penny Wise, host Nat Cardona is joined by WalletHub finance writer Adam McCann to tackle the age-old tradition of New Year's resolutions with a focus on achieving real financial results in 2025. Adam offers expert advice on setting practical resolutions, specifically around saving money and budgeting, to help listeners start the new year on the right financial foot.

Discover the benefits of high-yield savings accounts, the strategic use of credit cards, and the importance of budgeting to keep your finances in check. Adam shares insights from WalletHub's financial resolution survey and highlights the top cities for sticking to resolutions, thanks to their robust financial environments and healthy living infrastructure.

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In this insightful episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona welcomes NerdWallet's personal finance expert Kimberly Palmer to share practical tips on reducing your monthly bills. As holiday expenses mount and budgets tighten, Kimberly provides a step-by-step guide to negotiating lower rates on your internet, cable, and utility bills.

Learn the art of timing your calls for the best results and discover the importance of speaking with a real person rather than a chatbot. Kimberly emphasizes the power of politeness and preparation.

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In this insightful episode of PennyWise, host Nat Cardona is joined by WalletHub editor Milvian Cherry Copeland to delve into the world of gift cards, a popular holiday gift choice. While they are convenient, not every gift card fits the recipient's needs. Milvian shares expert advice on how to make the most of unwanted gift cards, including where to sell them and how to avoid common scams.

Discover where to fins discounted gift cards, and learn which gift cards have the highest resale value. Milvian also highlights the convenience of electronic gift cards and the importance of registering your cards to protect against loss or theft.

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