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August 22, 2026: Swipe, Spend, and Scroll
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Credit cards can be a useful financial tool, but between rewards, premium perks, and an endless stream of advice about how to use them, it’s easy for the basics to get lost. We start with the habits that matter most, from budgeting and consumer protections to paying balances in full, and discuss why how you use a credit card may matter more than which card you choose.
Then, we look at the growing appeal of premium credit cards, particularly among younger consumers willing to pay hefty annual fees for airport lounges, travel credits, dining perks, and points. When do those benefits justify the price, and when does chasing rewards simply encourage more spending?
Finally, we turn to the financial advice filling social media feeds. Finfluencers can introduce younger investors to valuable concepts like building credit, saving, and opening a Roth IRA, but popularity doesn’t necessarily equal expertise. We discuss how to distinguish useful financial education from advice that’s oversimplified, self-serving, or potentially risky — and why good financial habits still matter no matter where you get your advice.
Join hosts Nick Antonucci, CVA, CEPA, Director of Research, and Managing Associates K.C. Smith, CFP®, CEPA, and D.J. Barker, CWS®, and Kelly-Lynne Scalice, a seasoned communicator and host, on Henssler Money Talks as they explore key financial strategies to help investors navigate market uncertainty.
Henssler Money Talks August 22, 2026 | Season 40, Episode 34
Timestamps and Chapters
- 6:06: Playing Your Cards Right
- 17:45: Points, Perks & Premium Prices
- 33:40: Good Advice, Bad Advice & the Finfluencer
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