Jill Schlesinger, CFP®, is the Emmy-nominated and Gracie Award Winning Business Analyst for CBS News. Jill appears on CBS radio and television stations nationwide covering the economy, markets, investing and anything else with a dollar sign. She translates complicated business and economic news into understandable, relatable topics for everyday viewers and listeners. She is a weekly guest on NPR’s “Here and Now” and writes the nationally syndicated column “Jill on Money” for Tribune Media Services. Jill’s first book, The Dumb Things Smart People Do With Their Money: Thirteen Ways to Right Your Financial Wrongs, was published in February 2019 by Ballantine Books.
Jill won a 2018 Personal Finance Reporting Award from the Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA)/National Endowment for Financial Education (NEFE) and was the recipient of the 2018 National Association of Personal Financial Advisors (NAPFA), Special Achievement Award, presented for significant contribution to Fee-Only financial planning and helping to educate consumers on the importance of having a comprehensive financial plan.
Jill is the host of the “Jill on Money” podcast and of the nationally syndicated radio show, “Jill on Money,” which won the 2018 Gracie Award for Best National Talk Show. She was named one of the Top 10 LinkedIn Influencers of 2015 and Top 10 LinkedIn Voices of 2016. Jill is a frequent speaker on a variety of topics, including macroeconomic, market and demographic trends; workplace issues for women and LGBT employees in financial services; and how to create authentic branding.
Prior to her current role, Jill was Editor-at-Large for CBS MoneyWatch.com, where she was responsible for video and written content and was part of the team that launched the site.
Jill spent 14 years as the co-owner of and Chief Investment Officer for an independent investment advisory firm. She began her career as a self-employed options trader on the Commodities Exchange of New York, following her graduation from Brown University. Jill serves on the board of StoryCorps, a nonprofit organization dedicated to recording, sharing and preserving the stories of our lives.
Buying vs Renting Struggle
Stay Calm With David Booth
Today we're sharing a recent chat with David Booth, founder and Chairman of Dimensional Fund Advisors. A trailblazer in the financial world, David helped create one of the world’s first index funds in the 1970s and launched the first passively managed small company strategy in the early ’80s.
David joined us to discuss his soon-to-be released book Stay Calm: Learn to Embrace Uncertainty in Investing and Life, a practical guide to long-term investing and a philosophy for living with clarity and confidence. Whether you’re just starting out, rethinking your financial plan, or guiding others, this book will change the way you think about markets, risk, and what really matters.
Stay Calm website: https://www.staycalminvesting.com/
The Importance of Natural Disaster Insurance
Last year, the cost of damage from natural disasters in the U.S. was $115 billion. Today we're discussing what you need to know about insurance for your home, whether you own or rent.
"Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com.
How Are Americans Faring in This Economy?
I recently joined Jeremy Hobson on his show, The Follow Up, to discuss how Americans are navigating rising prices, the financial pressures facing households across the country, and the tough choices many families are making to balance their budgets in today's challenging economy.
"Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com.
Taking Social Security Benefits Early
Even though I don’t need Social Security benefits to meet my monthly expenses, I still took them early at 67. Did I make a mistake?
"Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com.
Are We in Good Shape or Do We Need to Shape Up?
With two pensions in the mix, and retirement on the horizon, are we in good shape or do we need to shape up?
"Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com.
Out of Whack Asset Allocation
With my asset allocation out of whack, should I bite the bullet and fix it all at once, or slowly over time?
"Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com.
Will the Renovation Derail Us?
We're looking to do a major renovation project, will it jeopardize our long-term financial outlook?
"Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com.
Retirement Plan Options at New Job
We're looking for the most tax efficient savings vehicle for retirement contributions in a new job.
"Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com.
Downsized in Paradise, Can We Retire?
I want to retire at the end of this year, can we do this without spreading ourselves too thin, or blowing up our savings?
"Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com.