Family Savings
News, insights and expert analysis on family savings from the team at Kiplinger.
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How Much Life Insurance Do You Need?
insurance When assessing how much life insurance you need, take a systematic approach instead of relying on rules of thumb.
By Kimberly Lankford
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New Ways to Use 529 Plans
Tax-free withdrawals from 529 plans could help you sharpen your job skills.
By Ella Vincent
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How to Plan a (Successful) Family Reunion
From shaping the guest list to building the budget, here's how to design a successful and memorable family reunion.
By Emma Patch
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How Pet Insurance Works and Understanding Your Options
Pet Savings Learn how pet insurance works and what your coverage options are for both routine and emergency vet bills.
By Rivan V. Stinson
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529 Plans: Everything You Need to Know About Saving for College
529 Plans 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
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How We Manage Our Finances Together: 'When You Keep Score, You Can End Up Resentful'
Douglas Boneparth, a certified financial planner, and his wife, Heather Boneparth, speak with Kiplinger about couples managing finances.
By Laura Petrecca
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Where to Stash Cash as Yields Fall, According to Advisers
Your best options depend on how soon you'll need the money and your tolerance for risk.
By Kerri Anne Renzulli
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7 Ways to Save Money on Almost Everything
High prices got you down? These strategies can help you reap deep discounts on everyday spending.
By Beth Braverman
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Top 22 Gifts for Grandkids from Walmart
From PlayStations to Labubus, you'll find the hottest gifts of 2025 for your grandkids at Walmart this year. And many still arrive in time for Christmas.
By Rachael Green
