Personal Finance
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Money dysmorphia: why people think they're poorer than they are
In The Spotlight The young are more likely to have distorted perceptions of their finances driven, in part, by social media
By The Week UK Last updated
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How to navigate buying and selling a home at the same time
The Explainer Schedule the swap to reap the most financial benefits
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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How a UK wealth tax could work
The Explainer A levy could be on the agenda as Rachel Reeves attempts to get the nation's finances back on track
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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What to know about private equity in your 401(k)
the explainer BlackRock is making private investments available in employer-sponsored retirement plans
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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4 tips to get a lower credit card APR
the explainer Don't let your card's annual percentage rate balloon your balance
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Who has to pay the estate tax?
the explainer Trump's new bill will permanently shift who owes federal estate tax
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Does buy now, pay later affect your credit score?
the explainer The company behind the FICO score is going to start including a person's 'buy now, pay later' payment history in its credit models
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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What is credit card churning and why is it risky?
the explainer Churners frequently open new credit cards with the intent of earning a welcome bonus and accessing other perks
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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What is capital gains tax and how to reduce your bill
The Explainer Capital gains tax rates have already increased once under the Labour government and could rise again
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Last updated
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How quarterly estimated tax payments work and when they are due
The Explainer Freelancers, small business owners and those with a side hustle may need to make more frequent tax payments
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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How to check your UK credit score
The Explainer A credit score is important for numerous financial arrangements, including taking out a loan, mortgage or credit card
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Last updated
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What's next for US interest rates?
The Explainer Rates go unchanged amid economic uncertainty
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Last updated
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The downsides of a 'forgotten' 401(k) and how to find it
the explainer Don't leave your old retirement plan behind
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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3 tips to save for a cruise this year
The Explainer The convenience of a cruise doesn't necessarily come cheap without some strategic planning
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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