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Unfortunately, it's always a risk when buying a new vehicle. And that's finding out the car you just bought turns out to be a lemon. But exactly what is a lemon? How many times does a car have to break down or be unable to drive in order for your vehicle to be considered a lemon? Today, Shalev Amar, joins us on the show. He's an experienced Arizona Lemon Law attorney with the Amar Law Group. He breaks down all you need to know when it comes to your vehicle being lemon...and what to do if your vehicle is.

Artificial intelligence feels like it's everywhere. It’s in so much of the technology we use every day, and people are even finding friendships and relationships with AI companions. But those connections could come at cost. On this episode, we're talking with Robbie Torney, the senior director of AI programs at Common Sense Media. We'll talk about how some of these AI companions work and the warning parents need to know. 

We call homeownership the American dream. But that dream may come with a lot of regrets. A new report shows almost half of homeowners have at least one regret about the purchase of their current home. So, today Mark Hamrick joins us on the On Your Side podcast. He’s with Bankrate which just released a report on some of the most common regrets and why most people say they’d still buy anyway.

Summer is almost here and that means you might have some travel plans coming up, but you'll still want to stay connected with all your electronic devices while away from home. That's where Wi-Fi scams come into play. We all depend on Wi-Fi when it comes to checking our social media or sending out emails and scammers are pouncing on that opportunity.

Eric Plam joins us on the On Your Side podcast. He's an internet security expert and president at SIMO, a company that offers speedy internet access. He'll tell us how Wi-Fi scams work and what you need to know to keep from becoming a victim, including staying away from what some are calling the "evil twin."

Weddings can get really pricey, and a lot of newlyweds admit they went into debt to say "I do." On this episode, we’re talking with LendingTree’s Matt Schulz about what brides and grooms are actually spending, the biggest wedding expenses, and how many people say that financial strain has already made them think about divorce. We’ll also talk about some simple strategies to cure that wedding debt hangover.

 We've been talking about it for years, but the deadline for you to get your Real ID is finally here and scammers know it. The new Real ID will allow you to fly on a plane and enter federal buildings and other secure areas. But scammers are doing their best to scare and trick you with false information. Truman Kain, a security researcher at cybersecurity firm Huntress, joins us to explain how scammers are duping people who haven't even applied for their Real ID. 

Gas stations, restaurants, hotels: Most of us just don't pay with cash at these establishments. We use credit cards, and credit card companies love it. Why? Because they make nearly 150 billion dollars a year in merchant fees. These fees are paid by businesses for the benefit of accepting cards. Today, Chip Lupo from WalletHub joins us on the On Your Side podcast. He tells us the next time you use plastic, look at the receipt because many merchants are passing those fees on to you.

Adding a teenager to your auto insurance can bring sticker shock that many parents might not have expected. It may be a right of passage, but teen drivers simply cost more to insure because simply put, they're just not experienced behind the wheel. So today, Chris Schafer from Insurify joins us on the On Your Side podcast. He explains all you need to know to help avoid mistakes when getting teen auto insurance.

April is financial literacy month. 

Whether you’re on cruise control with your money or you’re feeling a little behind on your savings goal, it’s a good time to do a little financial checkup. We’re talking with Jean Chatzky, the CEO of HerMoney.com and host of the podcast HerMoney with Jean Chatzky. We’ll talk about the best ways to create a budget, where to actually keep the money you’re saving, and why it’s never too late to start.

Tax day is almost here. If you’re a last-minute filer, we’ve got you covered. We’re talking with Lisa Greene-Lewis. She’s a certified public accountant and tax expert with Intuit TurboTax. She has some strategies to help you get organized for April 15th. We’ll ask her how to maximize refunds and what to do if you owe money and it turns out to be an amount you weren’t expecting.  

Tipping: It's part of the American culture. But a new report just released indicates 90 percent of consumers believe tipping is out of control. Most Americans want to be generous, but they don't want to be pressured into tipping for what feels like every little transaction you make. Chip Lupo joins us on the On Your Side podcast. He's a writer and analyst for WalletHub. He has the pulse on how most Americans feel when it comes to gratuity in the service industry.

Artificial intelligence is creeping into all our lives and it’s disrupting some jobs. A recent survey shows 89% of people have concerns about job security because of AI. On this episode, Elizabeth Lotardo, a LinkedIn learning instructor and Harvard Business Review Careers contributor, joins us to discuss how to AI-proof your employment. We’ll also get five quick tips to revamp the resume to be relevant in 2025. 

You know it’s expensive to have a baby, but you may not realize how expensive. A new report is revealing the staggering cost parents pay in the first year of a child’s life. Today, our guest is Melissa Bykofksy.  She’s the executive editor at BabyCenter. We’ll talk about why it’s so expensive, how it’s impacting mental health and family growth, and the ways you can trim some of the expenses for your bundle of joy.  

Rates for auto insurance have been a hot topic lately as consumers have seen their premiums skyrocket. So some drivers are turning to a controversial method of reducing their insurance rates by allowing their insurance company to monitor their driving by downloading an app that can measure speed and braking. But is it an invasion of privacy?

Today, Maya Afilalo joins us on the On Your Side podcast. She's an industry analyst with AutoInsurance.com which just released some surprising results about drivers who don't mind being spied on by their insurance company and other who say there is no way they would allow it.

You may have gone into the new year vowing to be better with money. But it’s about that time when resolutions have been forgotten. So today we’re going to help you get back on track. Maybe you have a stack of bills from the holiday season rolling in. Or maybe you want to tackle lingering debt. Our guest is Emily Irwin. She’s the head of the advice center at Wells Fargo, and she’s going to help us get organized without getting overwhelmed. Plus, we’ll talk about why now’s the time to start getting ready for next Christmas.

It's one of the biggest sporting events of the years. If you're plan a Super Bowl watch party, get ready for some sticker shock.

Avocados are up nearly 12 percent from last year, and the ever so popular chicken wingsare up more than 7 percent. In fact, to host a Super Bowl party for 10 people, plan on spending at least $140.

Today, Dr. Michael Swanson joins us on the podcast. He's the chief agriculture economist for Wells Fargo and has advice for what you need to  know be more thoughtful about your party planning decisions.

Whether you’re expecting a refund or you need to pay up, there are changes this tax season you need to know about. Our guest today is Mark Steber. He’s the Chief Tax Information Officer at Jackson Hewitt. We’ll chat about some strategies to get tax documents organized and tax law changes that could impact your bottom line. 

More and more people are wanting to keep their home because of their 3% interest rates. As a result, some folks are turning to renting out their home. Suzanne Seggerman, an author and nationally-known expert when it comes to the do's and don'ts if you're considering renting out your home, joins the show to offer her expert advice.

2025 is officially here and you might be planning for a little family vacation, or maybe a quick getaway. So, what will the travel trends be this year? How about something that’s being called the “Spurgecation?”

Cryptocurrency. It's something a lot of us have heard about, but don't necessarily understand what it is or how it works. Cryptocurrency is a digital currency and it was first introduced by Bitcoin in 2009. But since then, more than 25,000 other digital currencies have hit the market.

On this episode, we are joined by Sean Worthington, a tech innovator and financial expert who created CloudCoin, another digital currency. He'll tell us all we need to know about cryptocurrency and what we might be missing out on if we don't buy it.

It's the holiday season and a lot of us are trying to find that perfect gift for friends and family. But, that may lead to something called "financial infidelity." That's when your significant other spends a lot more money on items that you think they did. And in some cases, they may have credit cards you don't know about.

On this episode, we're talking to Yonatan Levoritz. He's a divorce and family attorney who explains how to spot if your spouse is being a little too secretive about their finances and if they may have secret accounts.

We’ve all needed medical care, at one point or another. Doctors, tests, procedures. It all adds up and you could be facing some big bills. And now, a new report is revealing a majority of hospitals aren’t giving patients the pricing information they need. Today, we’re talking with Cynthia Fisher, the founder and chair of Patient Rights Advocate. What patients should know about their medical bills, what’s missing, and what to do before your next appointment.