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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.Want another life hack? Try Life Kit+. Your subscription supports the show and unlocks an exclusive sponsor-free feed. Learn more at plus.npr.org/lifekit

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1
How to avoid this year's common tax scams
19:15 Mar 12, 2026
2
Want to protect your money? Diversify your investments
22:04 Feb 24, 2026
3
Money tips no one taught you
21:43 Feb 3, 2026
4
Tips to save money across all parts of your life
17:16 Jan 12, 2026
5
Avoid these common financial mistakes
20:49 Dec 29, 2025
6
Watch out for these holiday scams
20:04 Dec 11, 2025
7
Curious about investing? Here's what to know
25:07 Dec 2, 2025
8
Don't fall for these marketing tactics this holiday season
15:41 Nov 25, 2025
9
How to get lower prices on prescription drugs
19:21 Nov 3, 2025
10
Coming up with a business idea that takes off
22:48 Oct 14, 2025
11
In credit card debt? There’s a path out
17:09 Oct 6, 2025
12
Can you afford to make a big life change?
19:18 Sep 30, 2025
13
Budgeting for college students
25:56 Sep 9, 2025
14
Don't make these financial mistakes
15:41 Jul 21, 2025
15
Should I buy it? A framework to help you decide
17:47 Jul 17, 2025
16
Make your savings work harder
14:14 Jul 1, 2025
17
Budget friendly things to do this summer
12:36 Jun 10, 2025
18
Avoid debt with these credit card tips
18:43 May 29, 2025
19
How to save big on groceries
17:09 May 12, 2025
20
How to handle your money during tariff uncertainty
18:38 Apr 28, 2025
21
Can I afford to buy a house?
19:23 Apr 17, 2025
22
A beginner's guide to bartering
20:44 Apr 1, 2025
23
Start a financial self-care routine
16:01 Mar 25, 2025
24
Don't panic when the markets are down
15:13 Mar 18, 2025
25
Your 2025 tax questions, answered
17:52 Feb 25, 2025
26
Buy now, pay later loans are becoming more popular. Here's what to know
18:01 Feb 20, 2025
27
How to get on the same page about money with your partner
21:18 Feb 13, 2025
28
Simple ways to protect yourself from scams
18:36 Jan 27, 2025
29
How to travel on a budget
21:36 Jan 23, 2025
30
The cost of being there: budget for your friend's celebrations
24:19 Jan 14, 2025
31
Financial habits to leave behind in 2025
18:41 Dec 31, 2024
32
Should I buy that thing? A framework to help you decide
17:47 Dec 19, 2024
33
5 ways to cut back your spending
16:30 Dec 3, 2024
34
How to avoid counterfeit and unsafe products online
22:20 Oct 22, 2024
35
How to refinance your mortgage
17:10 Oct 8, 2024
36
How to start saving for retirement
14:43 Sep 24, 2024
37
Interest rates just dropped — how does that impact you?
4:53 Sep 19, 2024
38
Smart credit card habits that will keep you out of debt
18:45 Aug 29, 2024
39
How to buy less stuff
21:07 Aug 20, 2024
40
Getting hitched? Protect yourself with a prenup
18:10 Aug 19, 2024
41
Common financial mistakes to avoid
19:36 Aug 6, 2024
42
Scams can happen to anyone — here's how to protect yourself
19:28 Jul 22, 2024
43
How to revamp your rental
21:06 Jul 16, 2024
44
Check, please! The etiquette of splitting the tab
13:00 Jul 2, 2024
45
Healthy money habits for couples
26:02 Jun 17, 2024
46
Summer fun on a budget
12:49 May 27, 2024
47
The social etiquette of lending money
23:50 May 7, 2024
48
What is 'communal living' and is it right for me?
22:44 Apr 16, 2024
49
Start a financial self-care routine
16:06 Apr 2, 2024
50
What is the new etiquette for tipping?
13:08 Mar 26, 2024
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