Personal Finance
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How to ditch ‘buy now, pay later’ debt
the explainer Recent changes mean BNPL will soon affect your credit score
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Retail investors drive a flurry of IPOs
Feature After years of slowness, companies like Klarna and Gemini are reviving the IPO market
By The Week US Published
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The biggest changes to Social Security coming in 2026
The Explainer They will include an annual cost of living adjustment and a higher wage cap
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Six actions to protect your finances before the Autumn Budget
In Depth Reforms to property taxes, pensions and inheritance tax may be on the agenda for the 2025 Autumn Budget. Here is how you can prepare
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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Is duty-free shopping worth it?
the explainer How to determine whether you are actually getting a good deal
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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What's next for US interest rates?
The Explainer A restart on rate cuts
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Last updated
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What's a bridge loan and how could it make buying your next home possible?
The Explainer This type of loan has both pros and cons
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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What the 2025 Autumn Budget could mean for your wallet
The Explainer Chancellor Rachel Reeves will reveal her latest plan to balance the nation’s finances in November
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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How to put student loan payments on pause
The Explainer If you are starting to worry about missing payments, deferment and forbearance can help
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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The pros and cons of buying a new-build house
the explainer Repairs and maintenance will be minimal on a brand new build — but moving into an existing home can be easier upfront
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Housing costs: Is deregulation the answer?
Feature Washington, D.C.’s NoMa neighborhood is now leading the nation in new apartment construction
By The Week US Published
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The best time of year to buy a car
The Explainer Some months — and days — are better than others
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Last updated
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How much does it cost to move? Here's how to budget and save.
the explainer Factors like move distance and the weight of your furnishings can affect the total cost — but there are several ways to economize
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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When does a personal loan make sense?
the explainer Personal loans tend to be more flexible and versatile than home, auto or student loans
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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