If you’re missing a paycheck during the shutdown, avoid these easy-money traps

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If you’re missing a paycheck during the shutdown, avoid these easy-money traps

washingtonpost.com/business/2025/10/29/government-shutdown-avoid-money-traps

Often a quick fix — such as payday loans, BNPL or cash advances — is more expensive than other options to make up for lost income during the shutdown.

This story appeared on washingtonpost.com, 2025-10-29 10:00:39.