Stranded by Southwest and Stuck With Unexpected Costs
The airline’s customers incurred thousands in expenses as they scrambled to find alternate ways to get home.
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Low-Down-Payment Mortgages: Your 2023 Guide
Facing high interest rates and home prices, some buyers have only a small down payment to offer. But they still have plenty of options.
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The Downsides of Using ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’
Shoppers can quickly get approved for the services, but regulators are concerned that the loans lack important protections.
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Hardship 401(k) Withdrawals, Explained
Most employers allow you to take funds out of your retirement account, but the withdrawals come with significant downsides. Our columnist discusses other options.