Is putting a big down payment on a new car a good idea?

A listener wrote in wanting to know the best way to approach her next car purchase. I spent waaayyy too much time in my favorite program (Excel!) creating a calculator to run through some possible scenarios.

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This episode originally aired on 9/26/22 as Ep# 338
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407: Do I Need to Put a Down Payment on My New Car?

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You've probably noticed that I took a couple of weeks off from Popcorn Finance News, but this week I'm back at it, and I have more than one number to share! Three weeks ago, the Labor Bureau released inflation data from March, and I've been going over those numbers ever since. So today, I'll share the most interesting pieces of information I found after analyzing five years' worth of inflation data, including if grocery prices are going down and how car insurance rates have risen. We'll discuss this and more in today's episode of Popcorn Finance NEWS!

Today’s Number is 3.5%
This is the inflation rate for March 2024

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446N: March Inflation Update - Housing is Still an Issue & Car Insurance Rate Hikes Are Having a Big Impact

What were conversations surrounding money like when you were a kid?
Many of us grapple with financial fears, whether it's a scarcity mindset or simply not knowing how to handle money, largely due to the lack of financial education in our childhoods. That's why I invited Naseema McElroy, host of the Financially Intentional Podcast, to join me on the show today. She's here to discuss her three-account system and how we can prepare the next generation for financial success. 
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445: Use These 3 Accounts to Help Your Kids Start Investing

Is money wreaking havoc on your mental health?
Money affects all aspects of our lives, so it shouldn’t be surprising that it can directly impact our mental health. That's why on today’s show, I wanted to continue the conversation about money and mental health with the help of Jill Sirrianni, one-half of The Frugal Friends podcast and a licensed clinical social worker. Jill shares insights on how we can better manage our mental health, especially when facing stressors that are beyond our control and why doing so is so important. 
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444: 52% of Americans Say Money Has a Negative Impact on Their Mental Health

Should I be investing in a HSA instead of a 401(k)?

Last week, we tackled some HSA questions from a listener. Today Andrew Giancola, host of The Personal Finance Podcast, is back to dive into the finer details of HSAs, including how to access your money and how he uses one for retirement.

Part 1: Ep. 441

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443: How Does an HSA Work?

There is a cap on how much in taxes the Federal Government can take from your paycheck and it is not as high as you think. Plus, you should use this episode as a reminder to check in on those CDs you opened last year. You might find a drop in your interest rate. We’ll discuss this and more in today’s episode of Popcorn Finance NEWS!
Today’s Number is 37%
This is the highest Federal tax bracket... but only if you make more than $578,126
Today’s Article 
How High-Yield CDs Turn Into 0.05% CDs While You’re Not Looking written by Imani Moise

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407: Do I Need to Put a Down Payment on My New Car?

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