Personal Finance
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How to handle financial anxiety ahead of the holiday season
The explainer Between travel, gifts and seasonal sales, it will be tempting to stretch your budget
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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How the national debt affects your finances
Rachel Reeves has changed the rules, but why does that matter?
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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What are high-deductible health insurance plans, and when do they make sense?
The Explainer Recent years have seen a growth of HDHPs, which offer lower monthly premiums but require customers to pay more out of pocket for care
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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What to know ahead of the next FAFSA rollout
The Explainer The FAFSA application process is no longer running the way it did before last year's big shakeup
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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4 risks to know about when using payment apps
The Explainer Payment apps like PayPal, Venmo, Cash App and Zelle are more popular than ever — but are they safe to use?
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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The fight against the 'poverty premium' on insurance
Personal finance Lower-income households can be hardest hit when it comes to monthly premiums
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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How to enjoy eating out without breaking your budget
The Explainer Save money by hitting happy hours, splitting the bill and putting a limit on drinks
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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When does it make sense to refinance your student loans?
The Explainer Refinancing involves moving your existing student loans into one new loan, which can streamline how many different payments you are juggling each month.
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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How does changing jobs affect your 401(k)?
The Explainer Navigate the switch without negative effects on your retirement savings
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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How new bank transfer scam protections could help you
The Explainer Banks must now refund up to £85,000 of losses from authorised push payment fraud
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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How do cash-back apps work and are they worth it?
The Explainer Put a percentage of the amount you spend back in your pocket
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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The pros and cons of giving your kid an allowance
The Explainer The practice can teach children important lessons about managing their money
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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How can you save on homeowners insurance?
The Explainer With the rise in extreme weather, house protection is a non-negotiable
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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What should you consider when choosing a financial adviser?
The Explainer The right person can be a big help with financial planning, investing, taxes and more
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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