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Ask the Editor: Questions on 529 Plan Rollovers to a Roth IRA
Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, we answer four questions from readers on transferring 529 plan money to a Roth IRA.
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Kiplinger News Quiz, Sept 12 — What is the Taylor Swift Tax?
Quiz A multi-million-dollar Google lawsuit and "Taylor Swift tax" made Kiplinger headlines this week — but why? Test your knowledge of this week's financial news.
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Back to Golf School — for Adults and Retirees
Elevate your game at these golf schools around the country. You'll learn from pros on top golf courses and with the latest tech. You may even make a new friend.
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I'm an Investment Strategist: This Is How the Fed's Next Rate Move Could Impact Your Wallet
Interest rate cuts might be coming, which could affect everything from your credit card debt to your mortgage. It's smart to prepare now — here's how.
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I'm a Retirement Planner: These Are Three Common Tax Mistakes You Could Be Making With Your Investments
Don't pay more tax on your investments than you need to. You can keep more money in your pocket (or for retirement) by avoiding these three common mistakes.
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Want to Shave 10 Hours Off Your Workweek? A Startup Expert Shows How AI Can Help
Artificial intelligence is overhauling how companies operate, freeing up entrepreneurs and their workers to skip the menial stuff and get down to business.
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Kiplinger Interest Rates Outlook: Cuts Expected to Continue
Forecasts Kiplinger's experts forecast what's happening and what's next for interest rates and the Federal Reserve.
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What to Do If Your Credit Card Is Closed
Making Your Money Last If your credit card is closed, here's why that might have happened and what to do next.
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Seven Surprising Reasons Retirees Are Going Back to Work
Sure, money is a big reason to come out of retirement, but it's not the only reason retirees are doing it.
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Should You Get a Long-Term or Short-Term CD Before the Fed Meeting in September?
Is a long-term or short-term CD better to open before the Fed's next meeting? Here's what you need to know.
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US Increasing ESTA Fee to Nearly Double Starting in September
New fee structure hikes ESTA from $21 to $40, adding a new layer to visitor costs under the One Big Beautiful Bill.
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Kiplinger Inflation Outlook: A Tick Up for Services Adds to Fed’s Quandary
Economic Forecasts Will the modest rise in services inflation prevent the Federal Reserve from cutting interest rates at its next meeting?
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Where to Move Your Money Before the Next Fed Meeting
Savings rates remain high for now. But with the Fed likely to cut rates at its September meeting, it's time for savers to lock in rates now.
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Stock Market Trading Hours: What Time Is the Stock Market Open Today?
Markets When does the market open? While the stock market does have regular hours, trading doesn't necessarily stop when the major exchanges close.
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The Best Vanguard ETFs to Buy
The best Vanguard ETFs all feature rock-bottom fees, large asset bases and long trading histories. Here are a few of our favorites.
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It Could Soon Be Harder to Get a Refund on a Flight Gone Wrong
The Department of Transportation's deregulation efforts are taking aim at your rights to compensation for delays, canceled flights, lost baggage and more.
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The Final Countdown for Retirees with Investment Income
Retirement Tax Don’t assume Social Security withholding is enough. Some retirement income may require a quarterly estimated tax payment by the September 15 deadline.
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Best Bond Funds to Buy
Investing for Income The best bond funds provide income and stability for investors and are worthy additions to any well-balanced portfolio.
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Inherited an IRA? Key Distribution Rules to Know for 2025
Inherited IRA Inherited IRA distribution rules have changed in ways that can significantly impact your taxes and tax strategy.
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States With the Lowest Property Tax in 2025
Property Taxes Homeowners in these states received some of the lowest property tax bills in the U.S. How does yours compare?
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Nebraska State Tax Guide 2025
State Tax Explore Nebraska's 2025 state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Nebraska compares nationwide
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Standard Deduction 2025 Quiz: How Much Do You Really Know?
Quiz Test your knowledge of IRS rules that impact how much money you keep in your wallet.
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Kickstart Your 2026 Retirement Plan Now
Retirement can feel far-off, or too close for comfort, depending on where you’re at. But one thing’s clear — now is the ideal time to get your retirement plan in order.
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Four Clever and Tax-Efficient Ways to Ditch Concentrated Stock Holdings, From a Financial Planner
Holding too much of one company's stock can put your financial future at risk. Here are four ways you can strategically unwind such positions without triggering a massive tax bill.
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Beyond Banking: How Credit Unions Serve Their Communities
Credit unions differentiate themselves from traditional banks by operating as member-owned financial cooperatives focused on community support and service rather than shareholder profit.
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How Medigap Insurance Is Affected by Preexisting Conditions
insurance Delaying enrollment in a medigap policy can lead to higher premiums and denial of coverage in most states.
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Klarna IPO: Should You Buy KLAR Stock?
The Klarna IPO is one of the biggest offerings of the year, with the buy now, pay later firm going public on September 10.
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Don't Toss It! Why Your Medicare Annual Notice of Change Matters
If you have Medicare Part D or a Medicare Advantage plan, reviewing your Annual Notice of Change is crucial. It can save you money and ensure you can still see your preferred doctors and hospitals.
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Quiz: Social Security Basics
Quiz Test your basic knowledge of the Social Security program in our quick quiz.
