AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCredit Card Strain: A new Urban Institute survey finds more Americans are using credit cards to buy groceries, with many paying less than the full bill or even missing minimums—suggesting people aren’t overspending so much as surviving higher prices. UK Saver Rules: UK households under 65 face a cash ISA allowance cut from £20,000 to £12,000 from April 2027, while pensioners are protected; savers are being urged to act before the change. Crypto ATM Crackdown: Minnesota’s crypto ATM ban takes effect after nearly $1M in reported losses, with officials warning kiosks are heavily used in scams targeting seniors. HSBC Loan Sale: HSBC is selling a large Australian home and personal loan portfolio to Blackstone-backed funds, with ANZ and NAB financing the deal and Pepper Money set to service loans. Personal Finance Basics: A savings-focused piece urges building an emergency fund (often framed as 3 months of income) and choosing accounts based on access and rates. Housing & Retirement: The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act is now law, aiming to tackle affordability, while another story highlights how mortgage qualification can trip up retirees due to income rules.
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