Personal Finance
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Who wants to be a millionaire? The dark side of lottery wins
In The Spotlight Is hitting the jackpot a dream come true or actually a nightmare?
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Real estate: A turning point for home prices?
Feature After soaring prices and bidding wars, homebuyers finally have the upper hand
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What are Pell Grants and who do they benefit?
The Explainer These are grants, not loans — meaning students do not have to repay the funds, but they must first meet certain conditions
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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How do your student loans affect your credit score?
The Explainer People's scores are dropping as student loan payments resume
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Do you need flood insurance? What to know ahead of hurricane season.
the explainer Some experts recommend getting flood insurance even if you're far from the coasts
By Becca Stanek, 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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Average retirement savings by age: how do you stack up?
The Explainer Determine whether you're being appropriately frugal or going overboard
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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What to know about the 'no tax on tips' policy
The Explainer The new bill would make tip income exempt from federal income taxes
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Withdrawing 529 plan funds for college? Here's what to know.
the explainer Maximize the amount you have stashed away for your education
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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US credit rating: what it is and why it matters
the explainer Credit rating agency Moody's downgraded the US last month
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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What to know before 'buying the dip'
the explainer Purchasing a stock once it has fallen in value can pay off — or cost you big
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Is it worth appealing your property tax assessment?
The Explainer What to do if your property tax bill seems too high
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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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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