Personal Finance
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Five ways to prepare for the BudgetThe Explainer While we wait for confirmation of the chancellor’s plans, practical action can still be taken
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What to know before using a 0% interest credit cardThe Explainer Is there a catch?
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What to consider when choosing a brokerage accountthe explainer Find one that properly supports your investing goals
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Are home warranties worthwhile?the explainer Even the most careful homeowner will experience damage to an appliance or major system eventually
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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3 tips to finally build up an emergency fundThe Explainer Hope for the best, but prepare for the worst
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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The pros and cons of opting out of your workplace pensionThe Explainer Increasing numbers of employees are choosing to leave their pension schemes due to the cost-of-living crisis
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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How can home sellers navigate high mortgage rates?the explainer The housing market is giving buyers more negotiating power
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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What you need to fill out the FAFSAThe Explainer This year, the Education Department is rolling out the form earlier than ever before
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Could the 30-day savings rule help you rein in overspending?The Explainer Curb impulse buys by reconsidering your purchases
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Your First Home: how revived Help to Buy scheme could put you on property ladderThe Explainer Government unveils new housing support scheme but ‘devil will be in the detail’
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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Why should you care about the bond market?The Explainer Experts are sounding the alarm
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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What’s margin trading and how does it work?The Explainer It involves borrowing money from a broker to buy investments, increasing both your potential gains and losses
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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How the mansion tax will work and who will be affectedThe Explainer New levy due to be introduced for homes worth more than £2m from April 2028 but will it work as intended?
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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The pros and cons of paying off your mortgage earlypros and cons You may not have it hanging over your head anymore, but you will have less money to play with
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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