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Monday’s need-to-know money news

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Today’s top story: Are 4-day workweeks and flexible hours the future of full-time? Also in the news: A new episode of the Smart Money podcast on home affordability trends in the United States and abroad, what to do if you can’t out-budget inflation, and how to set your own prices for Amazon Prime Day.

Are 4-Day Workweeks, Flexible Hours the Future of Full-Time?
While a shorter week sounds appealing, there are trade-offs — and perhaps other ways to raise worker satisfaction.

Smart Money Podcast: Why Are Homes Pricey in the U.S. and Abroad?
This week’s episode is a conversation among NerdWallet’s housing Nerds who discuss home affordability trends in the United States and abroad.

What if You Can’t ‘Out-Budget’ Inflation?
Inflation is a nightmare for the many Americans who already stretch their dollars to cover basic needs.

How to Set Your Own Prices for Amazon Prime Day (and Why You Should)
Beat Amazon’s manipulation tactics by setting your own maximum prices on Prime Day.

Thursday’s need-to-know money news

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Today’s top story: A special episode of the Smart Money podcast on Queer money talk. Also in the news: How to shop for back-to-school during inflation, renting an EV for a gas-free road trip, and is owner financing ever a good idea?

Smart Money Podcast: Queer Money Talk
This week’s episode is dedicated to a conversation with David Auten and John Schneider of the Queer Money Podcast about the personal finance challenges facing the LGBTQ+ community.

Amid Inflation, Shop Back-to-School Early — But Not All at Once
Just as school-aged kids ease into summer break, the state of the economy forces many parents to put back-to-school shopping on the radar early.

Want a Gas-Free Road Trip? Consider Renting an EV
You can find EVs at some locations of major car rental companies or through car sharing alternatives.

Is Owner Financing Ever a Good Idea?
https://lifehacker.com/is-owner-financing-ever-a-good-idea-1849129075

Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

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Today’s top story: 7 things Medicare doesn’t cover. Also in the news: A new episode of the Smart Money podcast on the cost of eggs, where small businesses are feeling inflation most, and the No. 1 hotel amenity people love might surprise you.

7 Things Medicare Doesn’t Cover
From dental cleanings to overseas health care, here’s what you’ll have to cover on your own.

Smart Money Podcast: What’s Up With Eggs, and Home Improvement Projects
This week’s episode starts with a discussion about eggs — why they’re so expensive right now and how you can adjust your shopping habits.

Here’s Where Small Businesses Are Feeling Inflation Most
Consumers aren’t the only ones with rising prices. Small businesses are battling inflation and supply chain delays.

The No. 1 Hotel Amenity People Love Might Surprise You
It seems everyone’s ready to kick back by the pool this summer.

Friday’s need-to-know money news

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Today’s top story: Curb inflation with 5 credit card perks. Also in the news: What you need to know about Apple’s Buy Now Pay Later feature, how to tell if free business software will cost you, and how one person ditched $20K in debt.

Curb Inflation With 5 Credit Card Perks
Your credit card may hold some valuable money-saving features or benefits, whether your goal is to pay off debt or save on costs.

What You Need to Know About Apple’s Buy Now, Pay Later Feature
Apple Pay Later divides your purchase into four equal installments with zero interest or fees, but there are risks to “buy now, pay later” plans.

How to Tell if Free Business Software Will Cost You
Free business software may have no upfront costs, but you could pay for it in other ways.

How I Ditched Debt: From $20K to $0 in Five Years and 8 Steps
I dug deep into a bag of tricks and tips to pay down debt. Here are the ones that made the most difference.

Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

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Today’s top story: How to avoid bad money advice. Also in the news: A new episode of the Smart Money podcast on being creative with money, how to pay for summer fun, and 25% of Americans are delaying retirement due to inflation.

How to Avoid Bad Money Advice
We are surrounded by bad money advice, and it literally pays to be able to separate the useful from the ridiculous.

Smart Money Podcast: Get Creative About Money With Paco de Leon
This week’s episode is dedicated to a chat with Paco de Leon, author and creative.

How to Pay for Summer Fun: Financing Boats, RVs and More
Before deciding to finance a summer toy, consider your budget, what financing options make the most sense and any related costs.

25% of Americans are delaying retirement due to inflation, survey finds
Americans’ finances are being squeezed as inflation pushes up prices on things such as rent, groceries and gasoline.

Friday’s need-to-know money news

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Today’s top story: How to understand and reduce taxes when selling your home. Also in the news: Why you need to learn your parents’ financial plans ASAP, how debt-related stress affects body and mind, and the goods and services that have actually dropped in price this year.

How to Understand and Reduce Taxes When Selling Your Home
If your home’s value has soared, congratulations. If you decide to sell, beware.

Learn Your Parents’ Financial Plans ASAP
A difficult and important conversation to have.

How Debt-Related Stress Affects Body and Mind
The stress of being in debt can cause physical symptoms like insomnia and stomachaches. It can also harm you emotionally and affect your relationships.

These Goods and Services Have Actually Dropped in Price This Year
Inflation has brought on a price increase for most things, but not everything.