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Take the Celebrity Estate Planning Quiz: Are You Sting, Shaq or Elton?Answer 7 quick questions to uncover which iconic approach to passing down wealth matches your personal philosophy.
By Donna LeValley
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4 Risks Threatening the AI Boom — and Your PortfolioLots of money is flowing into AI infrastructure, but what if demand falls short of expectations? Savvy investors should review their AI concentration risk.
By John O'Connell, MBA
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5 Little-Known Retirement Tax 'Gotchas'Retirement Hidden rules, automatic surcharges, and tax-bracket traps can catch even careful retirees off guard. Here's what to know.
By Kate Schubel
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The Hidden Costs of Covered-Call ETFsInvestors seeking income should focus on total return potential, fees and tax efficiency rather than chasing the high yields in covered-call ETFs.
By Tony Dong, MSc, CETF
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Why a $5 Million+ Portfolio Changes Your Entire Estate PlanThe federal estate tax might not touch your $5 million portfolio, but other issues can easily shrink your family's windfall. Here’s how to protect it.
By Jacob Schroeder
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Why a Strong Mental Core Improves Total Financial StrengthFinancial success isn't just about numbers. A healthy dose of self-awareness and strong core values can help you make better decisions and reach your goals.
By Jessica Andrews
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The Costs of Job-Hopping: Why Staying Put Pays OffWhile frequently changing jobs can offer pay bumps and what feels like a fresh start, building roots at one company can lead to greater career advancement.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq.
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What To Do If, Like Kelly Clarkson, You Have a Bad Time At a StoreThe internet is in an uproar over Kelly Clarkson's criticism of a Brooklyn store. Here's what you should do in her shoes (rather than complain online).
By Alexandra Svokos
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Free (or Cheap) College for Retirees in All 50 StatesWhether it's to complete a degree, gain new knowledge or just for fun, seniors and retirees can go or get back to school "on the cheap."
By Bob Niedt
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You'll Probably Need Long-Term Care at Some Point. Here's How to Pay for ItMost people turning 65 today face a 70% chance of needing long-term care at some point — yet insurance remains expensive and often out of reach for many.
By Elaine Silvestrini
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Best No-Fee High-Yield Savings Rates: October 2026Skip the monthly fees and earn up to 4.20% APY with these high-yield savings accounts.
By Sean Jackson
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The Best High-Yield Savings Accounts — October 2026Kiplinger has found high-yield savings accounts offering rates up to 4.20%, helping you beat inflation and grow your savings faster.
By Sean Jackson
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The 3-and-10 Rule: How Social Security Replacement Card Limits WorkThink you can get a new Social Security card whenever you lose one? Federal limits say otherwise.
By Donna LeValley
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Kiplinger Energy Outlook: Drivers Face Painful Gas PricesEconomic Forecasts Ongoing disruptions to oil production and refining in the Middle East and Russia keep fuel prices elevated.
By Jim Patterson
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Dishwasher vs Washing By Hand: Which Is Cheaper?When it comes to using the dishwasher vs washing by hand, there’s a clear winner on savings.
By Quincy Williamson
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Retiring at 75: Does the 4% Rule Still Apply for Late Retirees?A delayed retirement shortens the time horizon and may make the 4% rule too conservative. Wealth advisers explain how older retirees can safely adjust their portfolio withdrawals.
By Maurie Backman
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5 Questions to Stop News Feeds From Managing Your MoneyTrue financial wisdom requires stepping back from headline news to balance the genuine risks with your own long-term perspective.
By Feroz Ansari, CFP®
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Should We Buy Hybrid Long-Term Care Insurance in Our 60s?Our reader wants to pay for hybrid life and long-term care policies with a pre-tax retirement account. Experts break down the numbers in this week's Wealth Wise advice column.
By Maurie Backman
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5 Ways AI Can Help Manage Your Personal FinancesAI can take some of the strain out of handling everyday finances, from disciplined saving to avoiding scams, paying off debt and reaching your money goals.
By David Grant A.
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Age 60 to 63? Here’s How to Max Out the 'Super Catch-Up' 401(k) Before 2026 EndsSponsored by Savant
Put up to $35,750 into your 401(k) by December 31. Here's how.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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How to Encourage Young Americans to Save and InvestTwentysomethings are increasingly skeptical about homeownership and investing. But a retirement account (and the magic of compounding) could change their minds.
By Adam Bergman
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Tech Stocks Hold This Baron Emerging Markets Fund BackThe Baron Emerging Markets Fund has generated an impressive return so far this year, but a rough patch for tech shares has capped its performance.
By Nellie S. Huang
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3 Smart Ways to Delay or Defer Taxes on Your RMDsIf you don't need or want to take your required minimum distributions (RMDs), you can consider these strategies to help lower your tax bill.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA®
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A Dividend Strategy Shines for This Top iShares ETFBig dividend payouts and stock buybacks are a winning combination for the iShares Core Dividend ETF, one of Kiplinger's favorite exchange-traded funds.
By Nellie S. Huang
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Finding Purpose In Retirement: Why Hobbies Aren't EnoughA fulfilling retirement isn't just about filling your days with hobbies, but finding purposeful engagement that offers challenge, growth and accountability.
By Richard P. Himmer, PhD
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4 Unique Winter Getaways That Won't Break the BankFrom soaking in hot springs under the northern lights to gliding over the snow on a dogsled, these expeditions make the most of the cold.
By Rachael Green
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Why a Retirement ‘Magic Number’ May Be the Wrong TargetIs your retirement goal a "magic number" you think you need to be comfortable? You need a plan based on your own life, not someone else's arbitrary benchmark.
By Michael Cherny
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5 International Destinations That Cost Less Than a New iPhoneWill you look back and regret not buying the new iPhone Duo, or the memories you could have had traveling to one of these cheap, safe and culturally rich countries on five different continents?
By Quincy Williamson
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My First $1 Million: Graphic Designer, 63, Avon Lake, Ohio"This money brings me security. I don't wake up in the middle of the night, wondering how I'm going to live."
By Joyce Lamb
