
Money may make the world go round, but not all money moves are welcome at the top. Some borrowing practices have gotten so wild, so questionable, and sometimes so damaging that governments are stepping in with a giant red flag. From slick loopholes to outright sneaky plays, certain tricks are pushing lawmakers to the edge of patience.
These are the kinds of financial habits that might feel clever in the short run but raise eyebrows when the bill eventually comes due. Here’s a look at six borrowing practices that officials are working overtime to put on the chopping block.