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December Fed Meeting: Live Updates and Commentary
The December Fed meeting is one of the last key economic events of 2025, with Wall Street closely watching what Chair Powell & Co. will do about interest rates.
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Highest-Yielding Dividend Stocks in the S&P 500
LyondellBasell, Conagra and Altria head the list of the highest-yielding dividend stocks in the S&P 500. Some of the other names might surprise you.
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This Is Why Investors Shouldn't Romanticize Bitcoin
Investors should treat bitcoin as the high-risk asset it is. A look at the data indicates a small portfolio allocation for most investors would be the safest.
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I'm a Federal Benefits Pro: I Answer These 2 Questions a Lot
Many federal employees ask about rolling a TSP into an IRA and parsing options for survivor benefits, both especially critical topics.
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An Income Strategy for a Volatile Market: Guide for Advisers
Advisers are increasingly turning to private credit such as asset-based and real estate lending for elevated yields and protection backed by tangible assets.
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5 RMD Mistakes That Even Seasoned Retirees Can Make
The five biggest RMD mistakes retirees make show that tax-smart retirement planning should start well before you hit the age your first RMD is due.
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Guiding Principles of Retirement Planning With $10K or $10M
Regardless of your net worth, you deserve a detailed retirement plan backed by a solid understanding of your finances.
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The Average Monthly Social Security Check: September 2025
The average monthly Social Security check amount might surprise you. Here's a look at the numbers and why they matter.
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Medicare Open Enrollment UpdatesMedicare Open Enrollment 2026 Live Updates: Missed Medicare Open Enrollment? Here Are Your Options
Medicare Open Enrollment 2026 Live Updates: We are back for the Final Week of Open Enrollment
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Missed Medicare Open Enrollment? Here Are Your Options
There are limited ways you can change your Original Medicare elections after annual open enrollment has closed.
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I'm a Federal Benefits Pro: I Answer These 2 Questions a Lot
Many federal employees ask about rolling a TSP into an IRA and parsing options for survivor benefits, both especially critical topics.
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I retired at 63 to enjoy my free time, but my grown kids constantly ask for help with child care. I love my grandkids, but it's too much. What should I do?
We asked therapists and relationship experts for advice.
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5 RMD Mistakes That Even Seasoned Retirees Can Make
The five biggest RMD mistakes retirees make show that tax-smart retirement planning should start well before you hit the age your first RMD is due.
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Guiding Principles of Retirement Planning With $10K or $10M
Regardless of your net worth, you deserve a detailed retirement plan backed by a solid understanding of your finances.
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Alexandra Svokos
Digital Managing Editor
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Karee Venema
Senior Investing Editor
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Kelley R. Taylor
Senior Tax Editor
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Alexandra Twin
Senior Retirement Editor
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David Dittman
Investing Editor
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Ellen Kennedy
Retirement Editor
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Carla Ayers
Personal Finance Editor
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Donna LeValley
Retirement Writer
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Kate Schubel
Tax Writer
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Sean Jackson
Personal Finance Writer
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Donna Fuscaldo
Retirement Writer
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Rachael Green
Personal Finance Writer
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Ben Demers
Audience Engagement Manager
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Dan Burrows
Senior Investing Writer
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Tax RefundsIRS Income Tax Refund Schedule: When Will Your Refund Arrive?
Your IRS tax refund may arrive sooner than you think. Here’s a schedule for when you can expect your check or direct deposit.
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QuizCapital Gains Tax Quiz: How Well Do You Really Know IRS Investment Tax Rules?
Take our capital gains tax quiz to test your investment taxes knowledge. Learn about loss rules, holding periods, and tax incentives that could impact your savings.
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Income TaxWhy Your Bonus Check Is So Small: Understanding the Bonus Tax Rate
Tax withholding rules mean a portion of your bonus won’t make it into your bank account.
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Tax TipsAre You Middle-Class? Here's the Most Tax-Friendly State for Your Family
We found the state with no income tax, low property tax bills, and exemptions on groceries and medicine.
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5 RMD Mistakes That Even Seasoned Retirees Can Make
The five biggest RMD mistakes retirees make show that tax-smart retirement planning should start well before you hit the age your first RMD is due.
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Retirement Triple Play: 3 Tax Breaks to Lower Your 2026 Bill
Good news for older taxpayers: Standard deductions are higher, there's a temporary 'bonus deduction' for older folks, and income thresholds have been raised.
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Fake vs. Real Christmas Tree: Which Will Save You More?
We pit fake Christmas trees vs. real ones to see which is the better value in the long run.
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Smart Money Moves Savers Should Make in 2026
These steps will get you on the road to achieving your 2026 savings goals.
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How Much Would a $50,000 HELOC Cost Per Month?
Thinking about tapping your home’s equity? Here’s what a $50,000 HELOC might cost you each month based on current rates.
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My First $1 Million: Self-Employed Trader, 50, San Francisco
Ever wonder how someone who's made a million dollars or more did it? Kiplinger's My First $1 Million series uncovers the answers.
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How Much Would a $50,000 HELOC Cost Per Month?
Thinking about tapping your home’s equity? Here’s what a $50,000 HELOC might cost you each month based on current rates.
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15 Cheapest Small Towns to Live In
The cheapest small towns might not be for everyone, but their charms can make them the best places to live for plenty of folks.
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Should You Tap Your Home Equity Before 2026?
As borrowing rates and tax law shifts converge, here's what homeowners need to know before pulling equity out of their home.
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5 DIY Home Security Upgrades That Lower Insurance Costs
Boost home security with these five DIY upgrades — some may even qualify for a home insurance discount.
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Travel Ideas6 Pickleball Vacation Ideas For Your Next Trip
A round-up of the different kinds of pickleball trips you can take, including cruises, retreats and rentals.
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FeatureMust-Have Travel Essentials and Packing Tips for Stress-Free Holiday Trips
Explore stress-free holiday travel hacks for visiting family this season! From packing tips to must-have travel essentials, make your journey comfortable and hassle-free.
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Live Large7 Ways to Splurge on Yourself, Because Your Kids Will Inherit Enough
Your kids will have plenty. Enjoy your money in your lifetime.
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Frontier’s GoWild! Annual Flight Pass: Is the $349 All‑You‑Can‑Fly Deal Worth It?
Frontier’s GoWild! Pass offers unlimited flights for $349, but blackout dates, standby rules and fees apply. See who benefits and if it’s worth it.
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Best Airline Credit Card Bonuses That Come with Free Companion Tickets
We’ve rounded up the two best airline credit card bonuses worth up to $720 to help you rack up miles, earn a companion pass and pay for your next big vacation.
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Credit Cards With No Foreign Transaction Fees
Enjoy traveling abroad? Find a credit card with no foreign transaction fees or your spending could add up to a big chunk of change.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Retail Outlook: Consumers Are Economizing, but Still Spending
Retail sales growth has downshifted after a strong summer.
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ForecastsExports have held up reasonably well despite tariff disputes
Kiplinger's latest forecast on trade: U.S. exports, imports and our net trade deficit.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Energy Outlook: Gas Could Drop Below $3 by Dec.
Folks hitting the road this holiday will see gas prices in line with last year.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Jobs Outlook: Hiring Continuing at Reduced Levels
Kiplinger's monthly jobs round-up covers the latest changes in the labor market, from job gains to wage fluctuations.
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The LetterShoppers Hit the Brakes on EVs After Tax Credits Expire
Electric cars are here to stay, but they'll have to compete harder to get shoppers interested without the federal tax credit.
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The Kiplinger LetterAmid Mounting Uncertainty: Five Forecasts About AI
With the risk of overspending on AI data centers hotly debated, here are some forecasts about AI that we can make with some confidence.
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Kiplinger ForecastsKiplinger GDP Outlook: No Recession, But Low Economic Growth
In the latest Kiplinger GDP forecast, we expect modest-to-moderate growth in the second half of 2025 and through 2026.
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The AI Boom Will Lift IT Spending Next Year
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Frontier’s GoWild! Annual Flight Pass: Is the $349 All‑You‑Can‑Fly Deal Worth It?
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Kiplinger Retail Outlook: Consumers Are Economizing, but Still Spending
Economic Forecasts Retail sales growth has downshifted after a strong summer.
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