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On Money Unscripted, we share your stories and get helpful money insights from Fidelity pros. From careers to caregiving, paying for college to planning for retirement, it’s the personal side of finance–jargon and judgment free. Join host Ally Donnelly every other Tuesday, because it’s your life–get your money’s worth.Have a question, comment or episode idea? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at moneyunscripted@fidelity.com.Join us at Fidelity.com/MoneyUnscripted.Investing involves risk, including risk of loss.Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC, Member NYSE, SIPC(https://www.sipc.org/), 900 Salem Street, Smithfield, RI 02917
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- 4 days ago18 min
Can your retirement survive a down market?
Market volatility can be stressful—especially when you’re close to or already in retirement. On this episode of Money Unscripted, host Ally Donnelly talks to new retiree Ted Mitchell about how he’s navigating life after work as the markets go up and down. Fidelity VP and Branch Leader Andy Alvarez joins to share what you can do now to help protect yourself and your finances from the unknown. See how to help build your retirement income, boost emergency savings, and when to revisit your long-term plan to try and safeguard against market swings and inflation. Watch now. View transcript: https://www.fidelity.com/bin-public/600_Fidelity_Com_English/documents/video-transcripts/Money-Unscripted_EPG-Audio.pdf Market volatility: https://www.fidelity.com/viewpoints/market-and-economic-insights/market-volatility-overview Retirement calculators & tools: https://www.fidelity.com/calculators-tools/retirement-calculator/overview View all episodes here: https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/money-unscripted. New episodes drop bi-weekly on Tuesdays. Have a comment or episode idea? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at moneyunscripted@fidelity.com. Be sure to follow, like, and share Money Unscripted! © 2026 FMR LLC. All rights reserved.
- 2 weeks ago12 min
Wills and trusts: What’s the difference?
Understanding the difference between a will and a trust is a key step in building an estate plan that helps protect your assets and your loved ones. On this episode of Fidelity’s personal finance podcast Money Unscripted, host Ally Donnelly sits down with Fidelity Vice President of Advanced Planning Pamela Pirone-Benson to explain how wills and trusts work, who may need them, when you may need to go through probate, the difference between a revocable and irrevocable trust, and why estate planning isn’t just for the wealthy. Watch now. View transcript: https://www.fidelity.com/bin-public/600_Fidelity_Com_English/documents/video-transcripts/Money-Unscripted_Wills-and-Trusts_Audio.pdf Revocable and irrevocable trusts: https://www.fidelity.com/viewpoints/wealth-management/insights/revocable-and-irrevocable-trusts Wills and estate planning for parents: https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/life-events/wills-and-estate-planning-for-parents/ View all episodes here: https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/money-unscripted. New episodes drop bi-weekly on Tuesdays. Have a comment or episode idea? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at moneyunscripted@fidelity.com. Be sure to follow, like, and share Money Unscripted! © 2026 FMR LLC. All rights reserved.
- May 5, 202618 min
Living rich while planning solo
Being single can bring flexibility, freedom, and independence. It also means every financial decision is on your shoulders. On this episode of Money Unscripted, host Ally Donnelly talks to Rachel, a writer who is happily single, but realized she needed to take charge of her financial plan–for life on a single income. Fidelity CFP Alex Roca joins the conversation to break down the essentials of solo planning: building a realistic budget for money management, investing with confidence, and thinking ahead for retirement and estate planning. View transcript: https://www.fidelity.com/bin-public/600_Fidelity_Com_English/documents/video-transcripts/Money-Unscripted_Soloist_Audio.pdf 6 money considerations for single women: https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/women-talk-money/6-steps-for-single-women Estate planning for singles: https://www.fidelity.com/viewpoints/wealth-management/estate-planning-for-singles View all episodes here: https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/money-unscripted. New episodes drop bi-weekly on Tuesdays. Have a comment or episode idea? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at moneyunscripted@fidelity.com. Be sure to follow, like, and share Money Unscripted! © 2026 FMR LLC. All rights reserved.
- Apr 21, 202617 min
Simple ways to protect yourself from cyber scams
From fake emails and texts to suspicious voicemails and AI-generated videos—cyber scams are everywhere. And scammers are more sophisticated and persistent than ever. So how can you protect your account and personal information from phishing and fraud? On this episode of Money Unscripted, host Ally Donnelly and Fidelity’s Head of Cyber Defense Sean Downey break down how modern scams work, ways to spot the red flags, and what to do if you've been targeted. Watch now. 4 ways to stop identity thieves: https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/personal-finance/family-financial-safety/4-ID-theft-protection-tips Protect your accounts: https://www.fidelity.com/security/overview View all episodes here: https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/money-unscripted. New episodes drop bi-weekly on Tuesdays. Have a comment or episode idea? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at moneyunscripted@fidelity.com. Be sure to follow, like, and share Money Unscripted! © 2026 FMR LLC. All rights reserved.
- Apr 7, 202627 min
How can I help my aging parents with their finances?
Caregiving for an aging parent can be both beautiful and overwhelming. It’s why Beth Pinsker wrote My Mother’s Money: A Guide to Financial Caregiving. It’s the book she wishes she’d had when her mom’s health took a turn. On this episode of Money Unscripted, host Ally Donnelly brings Beth together with Fidelity Senior Leader Sangeeta Moorjani to talk through the emotional and financial sides of caregiving. It's a practical conversation that covers a lot of ground: when to get power of attorney and how to use it, navigating health care and insurance, how to support your parents without draining your own finances, and ways to avoid caregiver burnout. Watch now. A financial roadmap for caregiving: https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/personal-finance/retirement/hidden-costs-of-caregiving Power up your financial plan: https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/personal-finance/power-of-attorney-finances View all episodes here: https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/money-unscripted. New episodes drop bi-weekly on Tuesdays. Have a comment or episode idea? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at moneyunscripted@fidelity.com. Be sure to follow, like, and share Money Unscripted! © 2026 FMR LLC. All rights reserved.
- Mar 24, 20269 min
New 401(k) rules for 2026
This year, you can save more in your 401(k) than ever before. Watch this episode of the Money Unscripted podcast as host Ally Donnelly and Fidelity Vice President Kirsten Hunter Peterson break down 2026 contribution limits and catch-up contribution limits to your retirement savings plan. They also look at how to factor in your company match, retirement savings goals, and strategies to help you supercharge your savings. Watch now. How much should I contribute to my 401(k)?:https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/smart-money/how-much-should-i-contribute-to-my-401k Investing beyond your 401(k): https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/trading-investing/taxable-brokerage-account View all episodes here: https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/money-unscripted. New episodes drop bi-weekly on Tuesdays. Have a comment or episode idea? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at moneyunscripted@fidelity.com . Be sure to follow, like, and share Money Unscripted! © 2026 FMR LLC. All rights reserved.
- Mar 10, 202619 min
How to make (and stick to) a budget
The key ingredient for any financial plan? Your budget. On this episode of Money Unscripted, host Ally Donnelly talks with chef, influencer, and small business owner Jenn Lueke about how she helps her followers stretch their dollar in the kitchen and beyond. Ready to get your own plan cooking? Fidelity Vice President, Financial Consultant Gina Gillespie joins to share Fidelity’s new 60/30/10 plus 15 budgeting guideline. She breaks down how to make a budget and shares budgeting tools to help you reach your goals. Watch now. Tools to help you learn how to establish a budget and create a savings plan: https://www.fidelity.com/calculators-tools/budgeting-debt-management Fidelity’s easy budgeting guideline: https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/personal-finance/spending-and-saving View all episodes here: https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/money-unscripted. New episodes drop bi-weekly on Tuesdays. Have a comment or episode idea? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at moneyunscripted@fidelity.com. Be sure to follow, like, and share Money Unscripted! © 2026 FMR LLC. All rights reserved.
- Feb 24, 202611 min
How much can you contribute to an IRA in 2026?
2026 is a big year for IRAs. New rules for traditional and Roth IRAs could mean more tax-free savings in your retirement accounts. Contribution limits are up, income limits are higher, and for the first time ever, catch-up contributions are increasing for people 50 and over. On this episode of Money Unscripted, host Ally Donnelly and Fidelity’s Vice President of Retirement Offerings Rita Assaf break down what’s changing, why it matters, and how to make the most of these new opportunities. Roth IRA vs. traditional IRA: https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/personalfinance/retirement/traditional-vs-roth Can you have a Roth IRA and a 401(k)?: https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/smart-money/can-you-have-a-roth-iraand-a-401k View all episodes here: https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/moneyunscripted. New episodes drop bi-weekly on Tuesdays. Have a comment or episode idea? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at moneyunscripted@fidelity.com. Be sure to follow, like, and share Money Unscripted! © 2026 FMR LLC. All rights reserved.
About Money Unscripted
On Money Unscripted, we share your stories and get helpful money insights from Fidelity pros. From careers to caregiving, paying for college to planning for retirement, it’s the personal side of finance–jargon and judgment free. Join host Ally Donnelly every other Tuesday, because it’s your life–get your money’s worth.Have a question, comment or episode idea? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at moneyunscripted@fidelity.com.Join us at Fidelity.com/MoneyUnscripted.Investing involves risk, including risk of loss.Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC, Member NYSE, SIPC(https://www.sipc.org/), 900 Salem Street, Smithfield, RI 02917
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