Novelty vs. familiarity, Changing mortgage fees

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A psychiatry professor makes the case that chasing a bucket list might not be as fulfilling as enjoying the experiences we already know we like. Then, a finance expert helps us prepare for changes coming to mortgage fees.

Featured in this Show

  • Balancing new experiences with enjoying the things you already love

    Trying out new and exotic foods, places and experiences can be fun, but psychology suggests more fulfillment comes from doing the things we know we enjoy. We talk to a clinical psychiatry professor about the pursuit of novelty and why the bucket list might not be your best pursuit of happiness.

  • What to know about mortgage fees changing next month

    Mortgages and up front fees will be changing starting in May. We talk with finance professor about the changes, and the financial state of the housing market.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Lorin Cox Producer
  • Tim Peterson Producer
  • Dr. Richard A. Friedman Guest
  • Andra Ghent Guest

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