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Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of the OBBB, Wealth Transfer and Early Retirement
Quiz The financial professionals who contribute to Kiplinger's Adviser Intel recently wrote about the OBBB's impact on retirement, how to ensure your wealth passes to your family and early retirement questions.
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Five Reasons You Shouldn't Shop Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days
Smart Buying Are Amazon Prime Big Deal Days still a good deal? We'll break it down.
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Quiz: Do You Know What Medicare Gives You for Free?
This quiz tests your knowledge of the services that Medicare provides at no cost to you.
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A Guide to Amazon Prime Day — How to Bag the Best Deals
Our guide to Amazon Prime Day. From finding the best deals and whether it is worth the hype.
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Social Security and Your Taxes: Five Things to Know for 2025
Social Security The Social Security COLA is just one aspect of your benefits that can impact your taxes.
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Earn a Fortune With These In-Demand Old Home Items
Here are ten old things in your home that could be worth a fortune.
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Arkansas Tax Guide 2025
State Tax Explore Arkansas's 2025 state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Arkansas compares nationwide.
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5 Multibagger Stocks With Amazing Returns in 2025
multibagger stocks As the term suggests, multibagger stocks multiply your money – gains of 1,200%, for example. Here's where to look for that kind of performance this year.
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Is High-Yield Savings Account Interest Taxable?
Savings Accounts Think a high-yield savings account is a good idea? Don’t forget taxes on savings account interest.
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Ten Tax-Friendly States for Retirees in 2025
Retirement Tax If you’re looking for the best place to retire, you may want to consider one of these most tax-friendly states for retirees.
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Investing Freebies: Perks You Get for Owning These Stocks
While the biggest investing returns come over the long term, these companies offer instant gratification for investors with several freebies and perks.
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Choose a Beneficiary for Your Estate Plan: It's Not 'Duck, Duck, Goose'
Choosing a beneficiary for your 401(k), insurance policy or similar assets is crucial for estate planning. Here is how to do it, and six pitfalls to avoid.
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How an Expired Passport Thwarted Blackmail (and What Other Important Documents You Should Keep)
An optometrist produced his expired passport to foil a blackmail attempt by the daughter of a former employee. After proving he was out of the country on the date of a forged diary entry, he took it a step further.
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Optimize, Grow, Retain: The Power of Annual Client Reviews
Financial advisers can use annual reviews to help enhance client outcomes, strengthen relationships and build their practice.
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I'm a Real Estate Investing Pro: This Is What Investors Should Know About Truck Stop Investments
Truck stops might seem like good investments, but they can actually be a risky gamble due to unstable fuel prices, unreliable operators and coming changes in transportation. Instead, consider safer options like industrial or residential properties.
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Is Walmart Plus Worth It?
There are tons of exciting Walmart Plus benefits – but are they worth the $98 annual fee?
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Are COVID Shots Still Covered By Medicare?
Getting the new COVID-19 vaccine covered by Medicare isn't as easy this year as it was in the past. Here's what you need to know before you take a trip to your pharmacy.
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The Average Monthly Social Security Check: August 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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What’s the Best Medigap Plan for You?
Medicare The 10 Medigap plans offer different levels of benefits that pay for expenses, such as co-payments, not covered by original Medicare.
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How the Federal Reserve Affects Mortgage Rates — and What It Means for Homebuyers in 2025
Mortgage rates are still fluctuating in 2025 as the Fed holds steady — for now. Learn how interest rate changes affect your monthly payments and what buyers should watch for this year.
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The Average IRA Balance by Age
Knowing how the average IRA balance of peers compares to your own could be the nudge you need to save more for retirement — or pat yourself on the back.
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The Most Tax-Friendly States for Investing in 2025 (Hint: There Are Two)
State Taxes Living in one of these places could lower your 2025 investment taxes — especially if you invest in real estate.
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The Most Popular Apps for Retirement Planning in 2025
A J.D. Power survey ranks retirement planning apps based on customer service and satisfaction. Does your financial app make the cut?
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Don't Disinherit Your Grandchildren: The Hidden Risks of Retirement Account Beneficiary Forms
Standard retirement account beneficiary forms may not be flexible enough to ensure your money passes to family members according to your wishes. Naming a trust as the contingent beneficiary can help avoid these issues. Here's how.
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This Is How Life Insurance Can Fund Your Dreams Now
Beyond a death benefit, life insurance can provide significant financial value and flexibility through 'living benefits' while you are still alive, helping with expenses like education, business ventures or retirement.
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Want To Retire at 55? See If You Can Answer These Five Questions
Who said you can’t retire at 55? If you say yes to these questions, you may be on your way to an early retirement.
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I'm 57 with $4.1 million and looking to retire abroad in a few years. I no longer see the point in contributing to my 401(k). Am I wrong?
We ask financial experts for advice.
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Potential Trouble for Retirees: A Wealth Adviser's Guide to the OBBB's Impact on Retirement
While some provisions might help, others could push you into a higher tax bracket and raise your costs. Be strategic about Roth conversions, charitable donations, estate tax plans and health care expenditures.
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One Small Step for Your Money, One Giant Leap for Retirement
Saving enough for retirement can sound as daunting as walking on the moon. But what would your future look like if you took one small step toward it this year?
