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Can You Hack Your Brain to Stop Impulse Buying?

"Dopamine sites" are on the rise in South Korea, allowing people to simulate the thrill of online shopping or food delivery without spending any actual money. Could this be the fix for compulsive spenders? Plus, Jill helps caller Danielle navigate a financial crossroads: after taking a pay cut to make work and life more manageable, she's now facing higher-than-expected college costs for her child while trying to stay on track for retirement. Have a money question? Email askjill@jillonmoney.com.

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Starter Homes are a Million Bucks Now

Starter homes now cost $1 million in many parts of the country, leaving younger generations wondering whether homeownership is still a realistic goal. Jill asks whether buying a house should remain a cornerstone of the American dream, or if the idea itself has become outdated. Plus, caller questions: Dorian is feeling the financial strain of wedding season as travel costs, gifts and pricey trips pile up. And Andrew, a new dad, wants to know whether now is the right time to buy term life insurance. Have a money question? Email askjill@jillonmoney.com.

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Don't Buy a House Together Until You Hear This

Caller Aaron has a family mess on his hands: his cousin bought a house with a girlfriend; they broke up, and now his cousin's credit is still tied to the property while the ex continues living there and refuses to refinance. Jill explains exactly what to do before buying a major asset with someone you're not married to. Plus, Jill breaks down the new student loan rules that took effect on July 1, 2026, how parents and prospective students should navigate the new rules and why taking on debt for college may not be worth it anymore. Have a money question? Email askjill@jillonmoney.com.

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Boomer Parents: It's Time to Cough it Up

Americans have been anxiously awaiting the so-called "great wealth transfer," where trillions of dollars are expected to pass down from Baby Boomers to their kids. But people are living longer and holding onto their assets. Jill says it's time to start opening up the purse strings now. Plus, caller questions: Toby asks whether sterling silver jewelry is actually a worthwhile investment, and Dave wants to know if taking a pay cut to improve his quality of life is financially realistic. Have a money question? Email askjill@jillonmoney.com.

How Americans prioritize spending

Consumers are cutting back on goods with sharp price increases, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis. From December to February, spending on clothing fell 7%, spending on furniture fell 5% and spending on sports equipment fell 6%. The Wall Street Journal economics reporter Rachel Wolfe writes in her recent piece that recent inflation is not driven by consumer demand, but by companies passing on increased costs to customers. She joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.

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