Explainomics
Award-winning financial literacy show
Stocks, bonds, 401(k)s, budgets, ETFs, IRAs… Does talking about money confuse you? Do you feel so overwhelmed that you avoid the topic altogether? You’re not alone!
Ellie co-created Explainomics, a financial literacy series on MarketWatch and the Wall Street Journal video center. The series teaches everyday people to empower themselves financially and take control of their money. It has aired in 19 U.S. local broadcast markets and has also been translated into Spanish and Mandarin. Explainomics won a Telly Award in the “Best Online Series” category. Watch select Spanish episodes here.
In 2019, the Explainomics franchise added a financial education column on MarketWatch. You can read Ellie’s Explainomics columns here.
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Student loan payments are scheduled to resume in October, and the best way to prepare your finances is to know your options. Consider these 3 tips.
There are many things to consider and steps to complete when purchasing any home or property - especially your first. Here's what to know to make sure you're prepared and set up for success.
Most investors and consumers are concerned about inflation, but you can actually make a profit in an inflationary environment, if you make the right investment moves.
How 'passion budgeting' can fix your finances
Creating a budget can sometimes feel like making one sacrifice after another, but what if you didn't have to choose between a lifestyle you love and an achievable financial plan? Here's what you need to know about 'passion budgeting.'
High-yield savings accounts offer much higher interests than traditional savings accounts, but there are some risks to consider.
Early retirement gone wrong: What to do when life gets in the way
Those who live by FIRE (Financial Independence - Retire Early) live frugally in order to retire as early as possible. But sometimes life has other plans. Here are all of the scenarios you should consider when creating your early retirement plan.
Unspoken rules about tipping have always caused a bit of confusion. Those rules have changed with technological advances and the pandemic. How much should you tip? Let's break it down.
How to invest in alternatives
Stocks and bonds aren't your only investment options. There's a whole universe of alternative investments, including natural resources, precious metals, private equity, hedge funds and managed futures. Here's what you need to know.
Learn how to read the fine print of your monthly mortgage statement, there's a wealth of information on how to save on income taxes when the time comes.
How to invest in real estate without buying a house or rental property
There are lots of ways to invest in real estate without taking on a huge mortgage or handing over a giant down payment. Some of these methods include buying shares in a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT), investing in mutual funds that hold REITs or other kinds of real estate investments, as well as investing in Real Estate ETFs.
There are many ways to cut your taxes that don't involve lying or cheating on your tax return. Here are some strategies you need to know.
How to use ETFs to create a diversified portfolio
ETFs, or exchange-traded funds, have some similarities to mutual funds, but also some important differences. Learn the key differences between ETFs and mutual funds, and how you can use ETFs to diversify your portfolio.