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blue chip stocks Nvidia, Amazon and Microsoft lead the list of Wall Street's top Dow Jones stocks to buy now. Some other names might surprise you.

By Dan Burrows

With $1.1 million in the bank, the math on a new $80K pool might work, even if you're retired. But is a year-round maintenance commitment the best way to see your grandkids?

By Maurie Backman

The U.S. is now paying its highest interest rates on long-term debt in decades, but there is no rush to the exits. Here's what this means for investors.

By Jeffrey R. Kosnett

You can ask AI for financial advice, but it doesn't have all your details, so you should be cautious about the response. Here's a better way to approach it.

By Seth Miller, CFP®, CEPA

Midterm elections can move headlines. History says they shouldn't move your portfolio.

By Dan Burrows

Chasing hot IPOs and stock trends can be risky. True financial security relies on a disciplined, long-term process of steady saving and smart risk management.

By John Vandergriff

With the Fed hiking rates, savers can earn a substantially higher APY on CDs. Here are the three wisest ones to consider right now.

By Sean Jackson

The paychecks may stop, but the income shouldn't. Master the art of the "income machine" to fund your dream retirement.

By Adam Shell

The SSA has announced the 2027 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), the new maximum taxable wage cap and the earnings requirements for Social Security credits.

By Donna LeValley

529 plans offer convenience and potential tax benefits when saving for education. That said, there are still a range of rules you’ll need to know (and follow).

By Elaine Silvestrini

Disciplined savers may need to learn how to confidently use the wealth they've accumulated. Here's how you can maximize your money in retirement.

By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA®

stocks Government contractors and other defense stocks could soar if Washington passes a record defense budget. Here are some of Wall Street's favorite names.

By Kyle Woodley

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Beyond yield, retirement investors should also assess dividend and bond ETFs for risk, tax efficiency and payout frequency.

By Tony Dong, MSc, CETF

You can easily create a lasting financial legacy for loved ones with annuities that are secure, cost-effective and tax-advantaged.

By Ken Nuss

An accountant's plan to return to Mexico shows why a Social Security claiming decision should begin with the life the money needs to support.

By Ray R. Harris, MBA, RSSA®

A Senate bill would allow savers to transfer all unused 529 college savings to a Roth IRA, giving them greater flexibility — and their children a head start on retirement savings.

By Adam Shell

More retirees are afraid of outliving their savings. Why the problem might not always lie in their savings. Here's how to turn your wealth into reliable income.

By Cathy DeWitt Dunn, CDFA®, FRC®

Electric heaters and radiators each carry pros and cons, but which is best for lowering your energy bills?

By Ben Demers

Bank stocks are part of the financial services sector and are a way to gain exposure to the broader economy. Here, we look at how you can find the best ones.

By Kyle Woodley

Forecasts Kiplinger's latest forecast on trade: U.S. exports, imports and our net trade deficit.

By Rodrigo Sermeño

Whether 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

Rather than shopping only for the best deal, building a relationship with a dedicated, local appliance specialist is the best way to get dependable support.

By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq.

This trust safeguards your life savings from high long-term care costs while maintaining your eligibility for government benefits.

By Jeffrey M. Verdon, Esq.

Real growth can be the result of well-structured collaborations that combine complementary strengths to accomplish far more than a lone entrepreneur.

By Natajia Miller

In this week's Wealth Wise advice column, experts explain why you don't have to play it safe if your income is secure and you're investing for your heirs.

By Maurie Backman

Inflation, volatile markets and news from the Middle East have many feeling the need to make changes, but acting on impulse is unlikely to lead to success.

By John M. Boccio

Don't surprise adult kids with a complex estate plan. Prepare them to handle family wealth by teaching them smart financial habits from an early age.

By Jessica Rickert, PGWTA