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21 Last-Minute Gifts for Grandparents Day 2025 to Give Right Now
Holiday Tips Last-minute gifting is never easy. But here are some ideas to celebrate Grandparents Day.
By Kate Schubel Published
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Rich' Tricks to Volunteer and Donate in Retirement
There may be some tax benefits to giving back in retirement.
By Sandra Block Published
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I waited to claim Social Security and never got around to filing by my 70th birthday. Did I goof?
We ask financial experts for advice.
By Maurie Backman Published
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An Expert Guide to Outsmarting Inflation: Don't Let It Restrict Your Retirement
Inflation is often underestimated when estimating retirement income, education funding or investment returns. These strategies can help preserve your purchasing power and reduce your financial anxiety.
By Bennett Pardue, CFP®, CDFA®, Investment Adviser Representative Published
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Your 401(k) Options Just Got More Complicated: Here's What You Need to Know
Private equity, real estate and expanded annuities are now options, but they are more complex, less flexible and more expensive to own.
By Pam Krueger Published
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One Big Beautiful Bill, One Big Question: Will We Keep Giving?
The rules on charitable giving are changing. For some, tax deductions for donations are now an option. For others, that option may have been curtailed.
By Peter J. Klein, CFA®, CAP®, CSRIC®, CRPS® Published
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Use Your Next Vacation to Explore Your Roots
With some research and preparation, you can design a meaningful tour of your family’s ancestral home.
By Laura Petrecca Published
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States That Won’t Tax Your Powerball Winnings in 2025
Lottery Taxes Some states won’t take a tax bite out of your Powerball jackpot or Mega Millions payout.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Claiming the Standard Deduction? Here Are Ten Tax Breaks For Middle-Class Families in 2025
Tax Breaks Working middle-income Americans won’t need to itemize to claim these tax deductions and credits — if you qualify.
By Kate Schubel Last updated
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The 'Vinyl Rule' of Retirement: Plan for Two Sides in Your Next Act
Because “Life is what happens when you’re busy making other plans.”
By Jacob Schroeder Published
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Five Destinations for Active and Chill Travelers Alike
Whether you reach for a paddleboard or a lounge chair, find your groove in a location that offers something for both kinds of travelers.
By Drew Limsky Published
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My First $1 Million: Federal Civil Servant and Analyst, 55, Hawaii
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'm a Financial Planner: Here Are Five Phases of Retirement Planning You Have to Get Right
A solid retirement plan is a must, but you can't go halfway. Neglecting just one area of your plan could cause the whole thing to collapse.
By Matt Johnson, CPA, NSSA® Published
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An IRS Enrolled Agent's Top 10 Reasons to Stop Doing Your Own Taxes
Taxes can get complicated quickly, and the more money you have, the tougher they tend to be. So, if you have any of these 10 tax situations, don't risk it.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® Published
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Medicare Prior Authorization Expands to Ambulatory Surgical Centers
Starting in December, Medicare will begin requiring prior authorization for certain procedures when performed in ambulatory surgical centers.
By Donna LeValley Published
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Frontier’s GoWild! Annual Flight Pass: Is the $299 All‑You‑Can‑Fly Deal Worth It?
Frontier’s GoWild! Pass offers unlimited flights for $299, but blackout dates, standby rules, and fees apply. See who benefits and if it’s worth it.
By Choncé Maddox Published
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$1.8B Powerball Jackpot Winner Will Get a Hefty Tax Bill for 2025
Lottery Taxes Whenever someone wins Powerball, the federal government gets a chunk of the prize from taxes.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Seven Guilt-Free Ways to Spend Your Retirement Cash
You may be reluctant to spend in retirement, but if you have the extra cash, here are seven ways you'll feel good doing it.
By Donna Fuscaldo Published
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Exports have held up reasonably well despite tariff disputes
Forecasts Kiplinger's latest forecast on trade: U.S. exports, imports and our net trade deficit.
By Rodrigo Sermeño Last updated
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Six Dreamy Travel Spots for Retirees to Indulge in Luxury Adventures
Whether you're a retiree looking for adventure or relaxation, we have the perfect luxury vacation idea for you.
By Becca van Sambeck Last updated
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Kiplinger News Quiz, September 5, 2025
Quiz 401(k)s, Google's Alphabet and tariffs on luxury goods all made Kiplinger headlines this week — but why? Test your knowledge of this week's financial news.
By Kiplinger Staff Published
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Deduct Expenses for Long-Term Care on Your Tax Return
Long-Term Care The IRS allows some limited tax breaks on medical expenses and insurance premiums related to long-term care.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Last updated
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Ten States With the Highest Gas Tax in 2025
State Tax Skip the fill-up in these states with the highest gas taxes to save money on your next road trip. Sometimes, crossing state lines is all it takes to spend less.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Last updated
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What Dave Ramsey and Caleb Hammer Taught Me About Handling Money
From Ramsey’s strict discipline to Hammer’s blunt reality checks, their lessons reveal how to save, invest and prepare for the future.
By Carla Ayers Published
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Medicare Premiums 2026: Projected IRMAA Brackets and Surcharges for Parts B and D
Will you have to pay the monthly Medicare premium surcharge next year? It depends on a few factors.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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National 401(k) Day: Do You Know How You Measure Up?
National 401(k) Day is a great opportunity to review your portfolio. Because "If you don’t know where you are going, you’ll end up someplace else."
By Adam Shell Last updated
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Ask the Editor — Tax Questions on the SALT Deduction
Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, we answer questions from readers on the OBBB's changes to the SALT deduction.
By Joy Taylor Published
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Greed, Fear and Market Volatility: A Financial Adviser's Guide to Keeping Emotions Out of Investment Decisions
Don't panic! And don't be so confident in the stock market that you overlook risk. Instead, be logical. Your retirement security could depend on it.
By Alex Angst Published
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Want a Financial Adviser Who Shares Your Faith? Look for One With a CKA Designation
Financial professionals with a Certified Kingdom Advisor certification are committed to integrating biblical principles with sound financial advice.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC® Published