Personal Finance
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The pros and cons of tapping your 401(k) for a down payment
pros and cons Does it make good financial sense to raid your retirement for a home purchase?
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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3 tips to help protect older family members from financial scams
the explainer Prevent your aging relatives from losing their hard-earned money
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What's next for US interest rates?
The Explainer A pause after a series of cuts
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Saving for a down payment on a house? Here is how and where to save.
the explainer The first step of the homebuying process can be one of the hardest
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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What would a credit card rate cap mean for you?
the explainer President Donald Trump has floated the possibility of a one-year rate cap
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Six ways to boost your finances in 2026
The Explainer It’s not too late to make a new year’s resolution to finally get organised money-wise
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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What to look for in a reliable budgeting app
The Explainer Choose an app that will earn its place in your financial toolkit
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Do you have to pay taxes on student loan forgiveness?
The Explainer As of 2026, some loan borrowers may face a sizable tax bill
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Planning a move? Here are the steps to take next.
the explainer Stay organized and on budget
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What should you look out for when buying a house?
The Explainer Avoid a case of buyer’s remorse
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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3 smart financial habits to incorporate in 2026
the explainer Make your money work for you, instead of the other way around
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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What the new Making Tax Digital rules mean
The Explainer A new system will be introduced from April to overhaul how untaxed income is reported to HMRC
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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When does a Roth 401(k) make more sense?
The Explainer There are several key differences between a Roth 401(k) and a 401(k) that may make one option more beneficial than the other
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Last updated
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What to know about the rampant Medicare scams
the explainer Older Americans are being targeted
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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