Personal Finance
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3 tips for coping with financial stress
The explainer Feel more at peace in an unpredictable economy
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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4 ways to brush up on your personal finance knowledge
The Explainer It's never too late to improve your financial literacy
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Should you buy before tariffs hit?
the explainer Panic purchasing may not be in your best interest
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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How can you find a financial adviser you trust?
the explainer Four ways to detect professionals who will act in your best interest
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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What is the Federal Reserve and what does it do?
The explainer The decisions made by the United States' central banking system have very real economic effects
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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UK-India trade deal: how the social security arrangements will work
The Explainer A National Insurance exemption in the UK-India trade deal is causing concern but should British workers worry?
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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What to know as student loan collections resume
the explainer The restart comes as part of the Trump administration's reversal of Biden-era policies
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Five best ways to save money at the petrol pump
The Explainer You don't have to wait for petrol prices to fall to reduce your fuel costs
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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What are certificates of deposit and how do they work?
The Explainer CDs may be the right solution for your savings goals
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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What to know before cosigning a loan
the explainer Consider the long-lasting implications before helping out a loved one
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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How often should you check your credit report?
The explainer Contrary to what you might expect, your credit report does not contain your credit score. But it does offer a lot of other valuable information.
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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The basics of credit scores: how they are determined and why they matter
The Explainer A higher credit score is better than a lower one
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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How to invest for short-term vs. long-term goals
The Explainer You may want to implement a planned home improvement project in the near future while also saving for your eventual retirement
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Standard vs. itemized deductions: Which should you take?
the explainer The deduction you choose can impact how much you save on your taxes
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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