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A Financial Expert's Three Steps to Becoming Debt-Free (Even in This Economy)
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Don't Let a "Clunker" Fund Drag Down Your 401(k)
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The Retirement Rule of $1 More
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Retire in the UK for Culture, History and Location
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How Inflation Affects Your Finances and How to Stay Ahead
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Kiplinger's Economic Calendar for This Week
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Investing
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Wellness Stocks to Invest in Now
Breakthroughs that help us live longer, healthier lives can also create opportunities for investors.
By Nellie S. Huang Published
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Three Steps for Evaluating a Downsize in Retirement: A Financial Planner's Guide
Unless you think things through, you could end up with major (and costly) regrets. To make the right choice, base it on the three keys to retirement happiness.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® Published
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Worried About Your Retirement Income? Four Questions to Ask Yourself, From a Financial Planner
If you're nearing or in retirement and stressing about your retirement income (so many of us are), consider taking some time to think about these four issues.
By Tony Drake, CFP®, Investment Advisor Representative Published
Personal Finance
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My First $1 Million: Retiree, 63, Chicago Metro Area
Ever wonder how someone who's made a million dollars or more did it? Kiplinger's My First $1 Million series uncovers the answers.
By Joyce Lamb Published
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I Let AI Plan My Next Vacation. The Results Were Unexpected.
Some people are turning to AI tools instead of travel planners for their trips — and it does have its perks.
By Becca van Sambeck Published
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The 15 Cheapest Places to Live: U.S. Cities Edition
places to live Have a look at the cheapest places to live in America for city dwellers. Is one of the cheapest places to live in the U.S. right for you?
By Donna LeValley Last updated
Meet Kiplinger's Experts
Taxes
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Ask the Editor — Tax Questions on the New Senior Deduction
Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, we answer tax questions from readers on the new $6,000 deduction for taxpayers 65 and older.
By Joy Taylor Published
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Why Your Summer Budget Feels Tighter: Tariffs Push Up Inflation
Tariffs Your summer holiday just got more expensive, and tariffs are partially to blame, economists say.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Last updated
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Alabama Tax Guide 2025
State Tax Explore Alabama's 2025 state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Alabama compares nationwide.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
Retirement
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Three Steps for Evaluating a Downsize in Retirement: A Financial Planner's Guide
Unless you think things through, you could end up with major (and costly) regrets. To make the right choice, base it on the three keys to retirement happiness.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® Published
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Worried About Your Retirement Income? Four Questions to Ask Yourself, From a Financial Planner
If you're nearing or in retirement and stressing about your retirement income (so many of us are), consider taking some time to think about these four issues.
By Tony Drake, CFP®, Investment Advisor Representative Published
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Want To Retire at 62? See if You Can Answer These Six Questions
Ready to stop working at 62, but aren't sure if you can make it happen? If you answer yes to these questions, retirement may be on the horizon.
By Donna Fuscaldo Last updated
Real Estate
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The 15 Cheapest Places to Live: U.S. Cities Edition
places to live Have a look at the cheapest places to live in America for city dwellers. Is one of the cheapest places to live in the U.S. right for you?
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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The 10 Most Expensive Cities to Live in the U.S.
Real estate From metro areas on both coasts to the middle of the Pacific Ocean, these are the most expensive cities to live in the U.S.
By Dan Burrows Last updated
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High Mortgage Rates Are Holding My Retirement Hostage: Can I Still Downsize and Retire?
We ask retirement wealth advisers what to do.
By Maurie Backman Published
Economic Forecasts
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Can the U.S. Break China's Stranglehold on Critical Minerals?
The Letter China is using its near-monopoly on critical minerals to win trade concessions. Can the U.S. find alternate supplies?
By David Payne Published
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Kiplinger Retail Outlook: Consumers Came Back in June
Economic Forecasts Core retail sales beat expectations, but tariff effects may hurt later.
By David Payne Last updated
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Kiplinger Inflation Outlook: Tariffs Affecting Some Goods Prices
Economic Forecasts Inflation should rise in the coming months as more tariff effects materialize, but likely by less than first expected if new trade deals happen.
By David Payne Last updated
Economic Forecasts
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Kiplinger Retail Outlook: Consumers Came Back in June
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