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Whether it’s Arizona's housing market, car buying tips, cheap family vacations, how to avoid scams, or just saving money, Gary Harper, Susan Campbell, and the Arizona’s Family On Your Side team are here to make you a more savvy consumer.
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Today on the On Your Side podcast, we’re talking about the Phantom Hacker. Scammers are draining bank accounts and you need to know about it. Our guest is Erik Beguin, an expert in the banking industry. He’s served with several groups including the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Community Bank Advisory Council. He’ll help us understand how this three-prong attack is happening and we’ll also reveal simple things you can do to make it harder for someone to steal your savings.
It’s just September, but the holidays will be here before you know it and some shoppers are getting a jump-start on wish lists. So, when it comes to tech gift, we want to know: Buy now, or wait for deeper discounts? On this episode, our guest is Russell Holly. He’s the Commerce Managing Editor at CNET. We’ll ask him about this season’s hot gifts and sales on consumer tech products. We’ll also talk why this year is more difficult than most to predict price trends.
If you're a parent, you know there are a lot of unexpected costs that pop up. The extra fees for field trips, sports gear, music lessons, it all adds up. A recent Vanguard survey shows almost 70% of parents say they're spending more than expected on their kids this year.
It also shows people are missing out on opportunities to save. We're joined by Sabino Vargas, a a certified financial planner with Vanguard. We'll talk about saving for the short-term expenses and emergencies that pop up. We'll also tackle long-term plans for education and beyond.
Automotive recalls seem to happen more than you think, whether the recalls are for faulty windshield wipers or something more serious like brake problems. Sometimes, the recalls can be downright dangerous. In some cases, car manufacturers will issue what's called a "Do Not Drive" recall, and the spike in those recalls is staggering. So, today Patrick Olsen joins us on the On Your Side podcast. He's the Editor-in-Chief for Carfax and he'll explain why Do Not Drive recalls are increasing and how to know if your vehicle is affected.
Football season is here and lots of fans are placing bets on the games. The American Gaming Association estimates people will wager $30 billion on the 2025 NFL season through legal sportsbooks. That’s an 8.5% increase compared to last season. On this episode, our guest is Lori Kalani, the Chief Responsible Gaming Officer at DraftKings. We’ll talk about that growth, the future of sports betting, and new tools available for people who want to get into the game responsibly.
It’s a love story, and she said yes. Everyone’s buzzing about the engagement of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce and that new rock on her hand. So on this episode, we’re talking all about engagement rings with Rachel Akmakjian. She’s a gemologist and jeweler with Briteco. We’ll ask her how much are people actually spending on engagement rings? What are the trendy cuts? How about mined versus lab-grown stones? And is there a way to get a ring that looks just like Taylor’s for less?
Real estate experts will tell you that traditionally, August and September are the best time to buy a home. And scammers know that. Cybercriminals are targeting homebuyers and defrauding them with wire fraud scams during closing, and many victims don't realize it until it's too late. On this episode Ian Bednowitz joins us on the On Your Side podcast. He's the general manager with LifeLock and says cybercriminals are spoofing emails, posing as lenders, and then asking for bogus closing funds. He'll tell us what to look out for so you don't wind up giving your down payment away.
Do you have a will? A lot of people die without one, and it can make things really complicated for your loved ones. But there’s an easy solution. August is Make a Will Month, and on this episode, we’re talking with Allison Kierman. She's an estate planning attorney in Scottsdale. We’ll ask her, who needs a will? Can you make one online or do you need an attorney? We’ll also talk about some of the most common mistakes to avoid.
Turns out, a growing number of people are using their 401k to cover unexpected expenses before retirement. So we're ’re talking with Chris Markowski, the founder of Markowski Investments and the host of "Watchdog On Wall Street." We’ll ask him whether it is ever OK to dip into the 401k before retirement? We’ll talk about what to do if you you’ve already withdrawn from that account early, and some alternatives if you’re stuck trying to make ends meet.
The school year is heating up once again and many colleges and universities will start classes in the next few weeks. But there's one detail that's often overlooked. We're talking about insurance, specifically "rental insurance." If your college student is living in a dorm or in an apartment for the first time, what does rental insurance cover and is it worth it. On this episode, we're joined by Tez Adams joins, an insurance specialist with State Farm and says many renters don't know about rental insurance until something happens and then they need it.
It’s Christmas in July! As you’re lounging poolside and gathering back to school supplies you’re probably not thinking about the holiday season. But Santa will be here before you know it. On this episode, we’re talking with James Zahn. He's the senior editor of "The Toy Insider" and the editor-in-chief of "The Toy Book." We’ll ask him how tariffs could impact the 2025 holiday season. Will popular toys sell out? Will we see big price increases? We’ll also talk about what toy companies are doing to convince us to spend.
TikTok is one of the most popular social media platforms available and scammers know that. It's one reason they're using it to trick people. For example, scammers are using TikTok and other platforms to clone your voice, or they're posting ads for easy jobs like hiring people to watch Netflix movies and reportedly get paid big bucks.
On this episode, Brian Long joins us on the On Your Side podcast. He's a cybersecurity expert and CEO of Adaptive Security. He'll tell us how to identify these scams so you and your loved ones don't get taking for a ride.
We're all looking for ways extend our budget, whether it's cutting back on eating out or looking for the cheapest place to fill up with gas. But sometimes it's harder than we think.
So, what are some clever ways can you incorporate saving money and cutting back expenses every single day. For the answer, David Brindley, the Deputy Editor of AARP, joins us on the On Your Side podcast. He has 99 ways to cut costs for travel, shrinking your electric bill and even reducing mortgage interest fees. Little cuts here and there that can really add up in the long run.
Recent college graduates are sending out resumes and looking to land a job. But how can you make your resume stand out from the others? In this episode, Olivia Crawford joins us on the On Your Side podcast. She'll explain what warning signs to look out for when applying online for a job and how her new startup company called Bettabite can help keep your resume from being overlooked.
A recent Credit Karma poll found 49% of Gen Z’ers says "planning for the future feels pointless," so they’d rather spend freely. On this episode, we’re talking with Chip Griffith, the Chief Retail Sales Officer at OneAZ Credit Union. We’ll dig into why this generation feels so discouraged about their finances. We’ll also talk about the "buy now pay later" culture, and some strategies to re-prioritize long-term financial goals.
Money can always be a intimidating topic, especially for children. But talking to your kids at an early age can set them up for success later on. And if you don't talk to them, maybe someone else will, and that someone else could be advertisers or even social media. On this episode, Walter Clarke joins us. He's an author who just released a book called the 401 Kid where he explains how you can start introducing financial literacy early on in life and how talking about money should be a good thing instead of being ignored.
Take a second and think about how many robocalls you got just this week. Big number right? You’re not alone. So far this year, Americans have received more than 24 BILLION robocalls. That’s an 11 percent jump, year-over-year. Some of those calls are just really annoying. Others could be costly scams. On this episode, our guest is Alex Quilici. He is the CEO of YouMail, a free call protection app. We’ll talk about some of the most aggressive spam calls, why scam calls are increasing – even with extra enforcement, and most importantly, how to stop them.
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.
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