Should I use my 401(k) to pay off credit card debt?

ATO to delay credit card payment ban

A ban on credit card use for tax bills has been delayed by the ATO after a small business revolt.

Oct 9, 2026

ATO stands firm on credit card surcharges

The Australian Tax Office is standing firm on its decision to ban credit cards for tax payments.

Oct 7, 2026

ATO stands firm on credit card surcharges

The Australian Tax Office is standing firm on its decision to ban credit cards for tax payments.

Oct 7, 2026

ATO convenes snap meeting over credit card ban

Australia's tax chief calls a snap meeting with business groups after the tax office faces backlash over its decision to stop accepting credit card payments.

Oct 6, 2026

Should I use my 401(k) to pay off credit card debt?

Tapping your 401(k) through a loan or withdrawal can eliminate high-interest credit card debt, but it risks tax penalties, job-change triggers and permanently lost retirement growth.

Oct 8, 2026