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Older high-income workers who make contributions beyond the standard amount will have to put that extra money into a Roth 401(k). That may lower their take-home pay.

The Education Department reversed course and announced on Friday that it would delay aggressive efforts to collect what was owed on student loans.

Los expertos ofrecieron sugerencias como reducir tu lista de objetivos, automatizar el ahorro y evitar tentaciones como los correos electrónicos con ofertas.

Experts offered a variety of suggestions, including paring your list of goals, making saving automatic and avoiding spending temptations like marketing emails.

Millions of borrowers who are behind can expect the government to tighten the options in 2026. Experts say take action now to get help.

Changes in the tax law will have different effects on people who take the standard deduction versus high earners who itemize.

Starting next year, people who became disabled by age 46 will be eligible for ABLE accounts. The accounts have been slow to catch on, partly because the current age limit is 26.

The Trump administration has proposed 50-year and “portable” mortgages to make home buying more affordable. But housing experts offer other suggestions.

There is still time to take advantage of federal tax credits for energy updates. But federal heating aid for low-income people was delayed by the government shutdown.

Health savings accounts have lower premiums but higher deductibles. Now, more Obamacare plans can offer the accounts.