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6 Fun (and Cheap) Ways to Stay Busy in RetirementIt's not all about the big trips and special occasions. There are plenty of ways to enjoy yourself day-to-day in retirement without breaking the bank.
By Maurie Backman
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Do You Know How Working in Retirement Affects Your Benefits?Quiz How much do you know about the impact on Social Security, taxes and healthcare when you work past retirement age or decide to "unretire"?
By Charlotte Gorbold
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10 Cheapest Places to Live in ArizonaProperty Tax Moving to Arizona? Here's where to buy for the lowest property tax bills in the state.
By Kate Schubel
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Are You Ready To Retire at 62? Take Our Quiz to Find OutQuiz Are you in a good position to retire at 62? Find out with this quick quiz.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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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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How to Fire Your Financial Adviser (Who Is Also a Friend)If your portfolio has been underperforming, you might need to fire your adviser. That gets tricky if you share a friend group.
By Maurie Backman
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Why I Decided to Appeal My Medicare IRMAA SurchargeI retired from full-time work early last year, but I'm still subject to the surcharge because of this rule.
By Sandra Block
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How Will Your Retirement Plan Today Address Long-Term Care?Do you know how you'll afford to age in place, help kids and grandkids now and after you pass and avoid making compromises on your healthcare?
By Jerry Golden, Investment Adviser Representative
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I Believe John Oliver Was Too Kind to 'Cash Now' PredatorsCurrent laws are largely ineffective at protecting accident victims from "fast cash" companies that buy structured settlements. Here's how to protect yourself.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq.
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Why Resilience Is the Defining Thread of Today's Small BusinessesBuilding resilience and making smart, long-term decisions throughout every stage of your business' lifecycle is what success is all about.
By Mark Valentino
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Do Your Financial Adviser's Fees Reflect Value or Growth?Clients may ask if a flat fee is better than a percentage of assets under management, but the real question is whether fees reflect the value of your services.
By Dr. Preston Cherry, CFP®
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70 Valuable Things You Can Get for FreeOnly one thing beats getting a good price on something, and that’s getting it for free.
By Bob Niedt
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5 Investing Lessons from the Knicks' Championship WinAs the Knicks prepare to celebrate with a ticker-tape parade, we take their hard-fought lessons to the trading floor.
By Alexandra Svokos
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You’ve Mastered Asset Allocation — Now It’s Time for Asset LocationIn our retirement advice column, Wealth Wise, a 66-year-old retiree learns how strategically placing your stocks, bonds, and cash can save you thousands.
By Maurie Backman
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How 2026's Retirement Rule Changes Have Shifted Your SavingsSponsored by American National
Retirement planning in 2026 has come with new contribution limits, tax breaks and healthcare changes. Here's what savers and retirees need to know.
By Jacob Schroeder
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6 Ways to Make Economy Feel Like Business ClassYou don't need a premium ticket to enjoy a better flight. These simple upgrades can add comfort and convenience to your next trip.
By Rachael Green
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Kiplinger's Investing Playbook for the Second Half of 2026Corporate profits are coming in hot, and for now, that trumps war, inflation and a host of other worries. Here's our guide for where to invest now.
By Anne Kates Smith
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What You Need to Know About Money Market AccountsThe term "money market" has become a catch-all description for a variety of interest-bearing products that follow different rules.
By David Milstead
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Whole Life Insurance: Stealth Retirement Tool or Waste of Money?It may seem like everyone wants to sell you a whole life insurance policy. Is it worth it as a retirement savings hack?
By Maurie Backman
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How Roth Conversions Can Help Your Family Avoid an IRA Tax TrapYour spouse and children could be bumped into higher tax brackets if you leave them a substantial sum in an IRA. Partial Roth conversions now can help.
By Craig Kirsner, Investment Adviser Representative
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The 3 Pillars You Need Before You Build Your Estate PlanEffective estate planning is built on proactive "life planning" that manages investments, taxes and long-term care so you're able to leave a lasting legacy.
By John Vandergriff
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Entrepreneurs are Missing This Wealth-Building OpportunityBusiness owners should start exit and estate planning years before a potential sale. Waiting until the deal is on the table can cost you millions in taxes.
By Bill Baynard
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How to Learn to Stop Worrying About the Gift Tax and Give Your Kids Money AlreadyYou have to let the IRS know about large gifts, but tax consequences aren't a concern for most families.
By Sandra Block
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'Streamflation' is Costing You. Here's How to Save Without Missing Your Favorite ShowsSubscribing to Netflix, Hulu and other popular services keeps getting more costly. Use our guide to watch the shows and movies you love at the right price.
By Mallika Mitra
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5 Costly RMD Mistakes That Will Put a Dent in Your SavingsLike your golden years, RMDs creep up on you quicker than you think. Planning ahead can prevent you (and your heirs) getting hit with penalties and extra taxes.
By Larry Martin, CFP®, ChFC®, RICP®
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5 Questions 1031 Exchangers Should Ask Before Buying a DST1031 exchange investors have more options than ever to build their portfolios. Here are the risks and questions to ask when choosing sponsors to work with.
By Daniel Goodwin
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Does Your Estate Plan Have a Context Gap?Traditional estate planning is excellent at handling the transfer of assets, but often doesn't explain the reasons why you did it the way you did.
By Teresa Green
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5 Retirement Conversations Couples Must Have Ahead of TimeTwo people can spend years saving for retirement and never once discuss what they actually want from it. A few hard conversations now can prevent trouble later.
By Michael Pappis, CFP®
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You've Spent a Lifetime Amassing Your Stuff. Here's How to Get Rid of It.Key tips to tackle decluttering (before someone has to do it for you).
By Kim Clark
