Why So Many Young People No Longer Believe Hard Work Pays Off | Money Moves with Jill Schlesinger

A growing number of young Americans no longer believe that ambition and hard work lead to success. Jill Schlesinger, Mark Talercio, and special guest host Kayla Sabbagh of Greenspring Advisors explain why that mindset can become a self-fulfilling prophecy and why believing you have agency over your future is essential to both your financial success … Read more

Reality Check: You CAN Afford to Start a Family | Money Moves with Jill Schlesinger

Most Gen Z and millennials say the cost of raising a child feels financially out of reach and many don’t believe they can start a family within the next five years. Jill offers a reality check: if you want kids, don’t let fear stop you. Joined by special guest host Kayla Sabbagh of Greenspring Advisors, … Read more

The Most Ridiculous Finance Influencer Advice Yet? | Money Moves with Jill Schlesinger

A 29-year-old who’s been out of work for four years says he no longer believes in the American dream—or the stock market. Jill and Mark offer a reality check, a pep talk, and practical advice for getting back on track. Plus: Jill and Mark dismantle the advice of “small business acquisition specialist” BenKellyOne, who instructs … Read more

Why Smart People Fall for Scams | Money Moves with Jill Schlesinger

Jill and Mark discuss a $50 million Ponzi scheme that ensnared dozens of investors with promises of big, risk-free returns. Then, they break down the emotional manipulation tactics scammers use to gain your trust and how to protect yourself as AI makes fraud more sophisticated and harder to spot than ever. Plus, a burned-out caller … Read more

Half of Young Adults Still Live at Home | Money Moves with Jill Schlesinger

Half of American adults under 30 are now living with their parents. Is this the new normal, or just a temporary consequence of today’s housing market? Regardless, Jill advises young adults living at home to at least offer to chip in financially. Plus, Mark explains why obsessing over minimizing taxes can lead to costly investing … Read more

They Left NYC for a $13,000 House in Italy | Money Moves with Jill Schlesinger

Cassandra and her husband made headlines after leaving New York City to buy a home in rural Italy for just $13,000. She breaks down what motivated the move, how she’s adjusted to life in a tiny mountain town, embraced a lower-cost lifestyle and whether trading the conventional American dream for a simpler life abroad was … Read more

Can You Hack Your Brain to Stop Impulse Buying? | Money Moves with Jill Schlesinger

“Dopamine sites” are on the rise in South Korea, allowing people to simulate the thrill of online shopping or food delivery without spending any actual money. Could this be the fix for compulsive spenders? Plus, Jill helps caller Danielle navigate a financial crossroads: after taking a pay cut to make work and life more manageable, … Read more

Don’t Buy a House Together Until You Hear This | Money Moves with Jill Schlesinger

Caller Aaron has a family mess on his hands: his cousin bought a house with a girlfriend; they broke up, and now his cousin’s credit is still tied to the property while the ex continues living there and refuses to refinance. Jill explains exactly what to do before buying a major asset with someone you’re … Read more