Personal Finance
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3 tips to help protect older family members from financial scamsthe explainer Prevent your aging relatives from losing their hard-earned money
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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
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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
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Six ways to boost your finances in 2026The 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 appThe 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
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3 smart financial habits to incorporate in 2026the explainer Make your money work for you, instead of the other way around
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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
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What to know about the rampant Medicare scamsthe explainer Older Americans are being targeted
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Could a part-and-part mortgage help you on to the property ladder?The Explainer Combining repayment and interest-only mortgages could become more popular as part of a push towards more flexible lending
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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4 ways to streamline your financial life in 2026the explainer Time- and money-saving steps
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How to financially prepare for divorceThe Explainer Facing ‘irreconcilable differences’ does not have to be financially devastating
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