Looking to cut your tax bill? You have a few go-to strategies, but only a few months left to reduce what you'll owe next year. Also, the right investment platform depends on how you want to invest and how much help you need.&nbsp; Want your money question answered by our Nerds? Email &nbsp;or call or text the NerdHotline at 901-730-6373. And visit &nbsp;for more info on this episode.

Cut your tax bill, and how to choose the best investment platform

More Americans are retiring early, but not all of them are doing it the right way. And you may have long-forgotten money waiting to be claimed — here's how to find it.&nbsp; To have your money question answered on a future episode, email &nbsp;or call or text the NerdHotline at 901-730-6373. And visit &nbsp;for more info on this episode.

Retiring early and finding lost money

Feel like you working longer and more draining hours during the pandemic? You're not alone. Liz and Sean share their tips to beat burnout. Then they answer a listener's question about how to choose the best college savings plan for their child with the help of Kim Palmer.&nbsp; Want the Nerds to answer your money question? Email &nbsp;or call or text the NerdHotline at 901-730-6373. And visit &nbsp;for more info on this episode.

Beating burnout and the best college savings plans

With the election, the pandemic and everything else that's happened in 2020, finding stability can be a challenge. Sean and Liz discuss how to make your money a source of security right now. Then, they answer a listener's money question about how to protect yourself from identity theft.&nbsp; Want the Nerds to answer your money question? Email &nbsp;or call or text the NerdHotline at 901-730-6373. And visit &nbsp;for more info on this episode.

Finding financial stability and protecting yourself from ID theft

Picking health insurance is a pain, but the right choice can save you serious cash. Also, a health savings account can be a great option if you can handle a high deductible health insurance plan, but it’s not for everyone. A traditional plan with a flexible savings account could be a better fit. Want the Nerds to answer your money question? Email &nbsp;or call or text the NerdHotline at 901-730-6373. And visit &nbsp;for more info on this episode.

Open Enrollment and HSA vs. FSA

The two things we should rethink this holiday season are travel and offering financial advice to family members. Either should be done cautiously, if at all. Want the Nerds to answer your money question? Email &nbsp;or call or text the NerdHotline at 901-730-6373. And visit &nbsp;for more info on this episode.

Holiday travel and giving money advice to family

How are you planning to shop this holiday season? According to our shopping Nerds, we’ll shop differently, but we’ll still shop. Many stores will be closed on Thanksgiving, but the Black Friday deals have already begun and many retailers are announcing what will be on sale when. Here's what to know about holiday shopping this year — and how to find the best deals.&nbsp; You know you have money questions — so send them to the Nerds! Email &nbsp;or call or text the NerdHotline at 901-730-6373. And visit &nbsp;for more info on this episode.

The holiday shopping episode

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