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Life Kit: Money

Life Kit: Money

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Being in control of your money leads to great things. From dealing with debt or student loans, to how to buy a house, NPR wants to help. Updated every time Life Kit posts an episode on personal finance or money.
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Episodes
  • Worried you’re being overcharged when shopping online? Listen to this

    Worried you’re being overcharged when shopping online? Listen to this
    Sep 29 2026
    When shopping online, you and another person could be buying the exact same item, and you'll pay more because of who you are, where you are and your purchase history. In this episode of Life Kit, author Lindsay Owens shares tips from her new book Gouged on how to avoid getting ripped off by surveillance pricing — and get a fair price.

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    23 mins
  • No, it's not too early to start saving for the holidays

    No, it's not too early to start saving for the holidays
    Sep 17 2026
    Holiday spending can sneak up on you. From endless gift shopping to expensive flights home, it's easy to lose track of your long-term goals in this season of financial obligations. This episode, Life Kit experts share tips on making a holiday spending plan so you can enjoy the winter festivities guilt-free.

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    17 mins
  • How to jumpstart your child's financial future

    How to jumpstart your child's financial future
    Sep 10 2026
    If you're a new or soon-to-be parent, free time is at a premium. And sorting through different investment account options is confusing and time-consuming. On this episode, Life Kit reporter Andee Tagle walks you through different savings methods, from the new Trump accounts, to classic 529 plans, to custodial brokerage accounts, and will help you prioritize which method to use.

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    19 mins
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