Weekly list of curated personal finance articles from around the web.

Giving career advice to kids has never been harder (Wall Street Journal). Things are changing fast—the can’t-miss college major of just a few years ago is suddenly not so hot.

The 2026-27 FAFSA application is live. Here’s what to know (AP News). If you have a child who will be in college next year, now’s the time to apply for aid.

Sports betting apps have a powerful new tool to keep users gambling (NY Times). Why just bet on the outcome of a game when you could bet on the outcome of individual plays? Ugh!

Why a traditional investment portfolio is better than real estate (Flow Financial Planning). There are passive ways to invest in real estate, but buying an actual property isn’t one of them.

I’m in my 50s and thinking about prepaying my own funeral. Is it worth it? (Kiplinger). Tough topic, but if you can save your loved ones some expense and hassle, it may be worth exploring.

Here are the new federal income tax brackets for 2026 (Money). You’ll be able to earn a little more next year without hitting the next tax bracket.

‘I almost bought a dream home—until an Airbnb stay revealed the nightmare inside’ (realtor.com). Before buying a home, see if it’s listed as a rental.

4 money trends from 2025 that are still draining your wallet (GOBankingRates via Yahoo Finance). Beware the pull of the culture. It’s strong.

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