MoneyWatch with Jill Schlesinger

Handling a Windfall

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Are you ready to take control of your financial life? Jill Schlesinger, CBS News business analyst and Certified Financial Planner, is here to help! On MoneyWatch, Jill will help you conquer the fear and anxiety of financial decisions, as she answers your questions about all things money. Have a question? From retirement, to career changes, to college funding and the right mix of investments to reach those goals, email Jill at <a href="mailto:askjill@jillonmoney.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">askjill@jillonmoney.com</a>. Tune in for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday mornings.