Personal Finance
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5 tax deductions to know if you are self-employed
The explainer You may be able to claim home office, health insurance and other tax deductions
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How should you navigate debt when dating?
The Explainer Three steps you can take to ensure your credit card or student loan debt won't become a dating dealbreaker
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Planning a trip? These are 3 budget-breaking mistakes to avoid.
The Explainer Don't accidentally inflate your travel costs
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What to know after a disaster and ahead of tax season
the explainer The IRS honors the victims of natural disasters like fires and earthquakes with extended deadlines and tax relief
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What product prices could tariffs affect?
The Explainer President Trump's tariff plan may raise the cost of food, gas, pharmaceuticals and more
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Do you need to pay taxes on extra cash you make selling online?
The explainer The IRS is cracking down on people who fail to report added income from their side hustles
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How much can a month of not drinking save you?
The explainer Refusing to imbibe can have a surprising impact on your financial health
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4 ways to pay down student loan debt faster
the explainer Some of these changes may seem minuscule, but they add up over time
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What's next for US interest rates?
The Explainer A pause after a series of rate cuts
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Student loan wage garnishment: how it works and how you can stop it
The Explainer Your loan servicer may seize your wages if you fail to make payments on your student debt
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What to know if you default on your credit card
The Explainer If you fail to pay your debt for an extended period of time, there will be consequences — but there are also options to rescue your credit
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Is it worth renovating before listing your home?
The explainer Getting your house in top-notch shape will help attract potential buyers, but not all renovations are worth the money
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Is it worth trying to get the highest credit score?
The Explainer Here's what to know if you are seeking a perfect 850
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What are the rules of a no-buy vs. low-buy year?
The Explainer These two revised approaches to purchasing could help you save big
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