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Checking the Growing Aftermath for Individual Investors Following the Leveraged Day Trading Craze

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The Nasdaq rose 5.191 TP3T over the week, while the KOSPI fell 5.11 TP3T during the same period. Investors who jumped into leverage and day trading while watching the U.S. stock market hit record highs are bound to wonder whether this diverging trend is merely a correction or the aftereffects of the strategies themselves. Looking at the market as of August 23, 2026, the problem is not limited to price declines alone. Concentration in specific stocks, margin trading and leveraged investing, the structure of daily leverage products, and signals regarding employment, inflation, and interest rates… Read more

Criteria for Applying the 2-Year Disposal Period for Temporary Two-Home Ownership Special Provisions Starting October 1

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If you are wondering by when you must sell your existing home ahead of the autumn moving season, you should first check whether the deadline for disposing of a temporary two-home ownership changes as of October 1, 2026. This is because the three-year period previously understood does not apply equally to all homes. The core of this amendment concerns cases where one switches homes located in designated adjustment areas. The special provision for temporary two-home ownership requires considering the location of the home as well as the timing of the contract, acquisition, and transfer, and the period uniformly becoming two years from October 1… Read more

The basis for imposing the Comprehensive Real Estate Tax changes from the number of houses to the value of the houses.

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If you own a home, you have likely heard the news that the calculation method for the Comprehensive Real Estate Tax will be completely reversed starting in 2027. According to the tax measures announced by the government this August, the assessment basis is shifting from the number of homes to their value; consequently, you could end up paying less than half of your current tax, or conversely, significantly more. In particular, the tax burden for those with joint ownership by spouses or non-residential homes could differ significantly from expectations. However, the policy… Read more

What Investors Must Keep in Mind Amidst KOSPI Extreme Volatility

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Since early August, the KOSPI has been exhibiting extreme volatility, skyrocketing by 171 TP3T in a single day only to plummet by more than 51 TP3T a few days later. Circuit breakers are being triggered repeatedly, and news outlets are warning of a "market crisis" day after day. Investors are confused; some buy blindly believing prices are low, while others sell their entire holdings out of fear. However, this extreme volatility is not merely fear. It is a phenomenon where massive selling by foreign investors clashes head-on with concentrated buying by retail investors, and semiconductor earnings… Read more

Increased payment limit for Earned Income Tax Credit monthly rent deduction starting this year

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Starting in 2026, the limits for the Earned Income Tax Credit and monthly rent deductions have been raised, but do you know exactly how much they have changed? In an era where the minimum wage is rising and the cost of living continues to climb, the fact that the amount returned through taxes has increased is very welcome news for salaried workers and young people. This tax reform did not simply raise the thresholds; the payment amounts themselves have also increased, and temporary preferential treatment has even been added for young people. We have summarized how much more you can receive based on your income and rent, and what you should check first. … Read more

Temporary easing of heavy capital gains tax on multiple homeowners will change starting in 2027.

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With the deadline for provisional tax returns approaching in August 2026, new rules that will significantly impact next year's capital gains tax have been finalized. According to the tax reform plan announced on August 3, the heavy capital gains tax system for multi-home owners will be temporarily eased starting in 2027; this is a crucial point that anyone filing a provisional return this year must be aware of. If you are currently planning to sell a home, you must accurately determine how the tax rates differ between 2026 and 2027, and when the easing will take effect. This is especially true for multi-home owners in designated adjustment areas… Read more

How to prepare for senior health checkups before the holiday season

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As the holiday season approaches, aren't you noticing your parents' health condition more and more? Seeing them look more tired than usual, complaining of hearing loss, or their bodies stiffening up when climbing stairs. This is precisely why health checkups are becoming a necessity, not an option. To ensure your seniors stay healthy during the holidays, it is wise to check their physical condition in advance through a checkup and take necessary measures. In this article, regarding health checkups for the elderly… Read more

If you thought you had a cold but it turned out to be a symptom of internal air conditioner contamination

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It is easy to assume that a cough and runny nose are caused by "air conditioning sickness," isn't it? However, not many people know that these symptoms could actually be due to mold and bacteria proliferating inside the air conditioner. Similarly, sneezing, itchy eyes, and a sore throat are difficult to distinguish because the symptoms caused by air conditioning sickness and air conditioner contamination overlap significantly. In this article, we will examine the reality of internal air conditioner contamination that is easily misdiagnosed as air conditioning sickness, cleaning methods to resolve it, and… Read more

Why You Must Continue to Be Careful About Heat-Related Illnesses Even When Temperatures Drop

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Just because temperatures have dropped does not mean the risk of heat-related illnesses disappears. Even at this point in late August, hospital emergency rooms and 119 emergency services continue to receive calls related to the heat. If tropical nights persist—where the body does not cool down even when daytime temperatures rise—the body does not have sufficient time to recover. With the combined effect of accumulated heat and dehydration, the risk of heat-related illnesses remains even in the final stretch of August. If tropical nights continue, the body loses its recovery time. A tropical night refers to a night when the lowest temperature during the night… Read more

Preparing Children's Chuseok Holiday Etiquette: From Basics to Choosing Outfits

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Many parents are still concerned about their children's manners even with Chuseok just a month away. Children feel anxious if they don't know how to bow or greet elders while wearing traditional Hanbok. This article covers basic etiquette you can start learning right at home ahead of the holiday, criteria for choosing attire, and preparation methods to help children act confidently on the actual day of the holiday. Daycares and kindergartens… Read more