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Best No-Penalty CD Rates: Lock in Rates Over 4%
If you're searching for the best no-penalty CD rates, these top finds earn you returns as high as 4.34%.
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RMD, Roth, and SS: Test Your Knowledge of Retirement Tax Rules
Quiz Don't let the IRS catch you off guard. Take our quiz to reveal common retirement tax rules that could save (or cost) you thousands.
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Five Stocks to Buy for a Trump Presidency
The 47th president is expanding executive power in a way the 45th only imagined. Now, he's buying stocks. And investors can benefit from following his lead.
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Nissan Recalls Over 173,000 Vehicles Over Fuel-Pump Fuse Risk
Nissan is recalling more than 173,000 U.S. vehicles due to a fuel-pump fuse short-circuit risk. Learn which models are affected and what owners need to do.
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Ask the Editor, October 17: QCDs and Tax-Planning
Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers more questions about the use of qualified charitable distributions (QCDs) in end-of-year tax planning.
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You May Want To Think Twice Before Selling These Four Assets in Retirement
Sitting on little gold mines? It's natural to want to cash out when you retire. Here’s why you may not want to.
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I bought Palantir when it was trading at $8. Now it's $180 and I've made $1 million. What do I do?
What do you do with all that appreciated Palantir stock? We asked a financial expert for advice.
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Treat Home Equity Like Your Other Retirement Investments
Homeowners who are considering using home equity in their retirement plan can analyze it like they do their other investments. Here's how.
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Why Does It Take Insurers So Darn Long to Pay Claims?
The process of verification, investigation and cost assessment after a loss is complex and goes beyond simply cutting a check.
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Two Reasons to Consider Deferred Compensation after the OBBB
Deferred compensation plans let you potentially lower your current taxes and help to keep you out of a higher tax bracket. It's important to consider the risks.
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Is Home Insurance Required? Not Necessarily, But That Doesn't Mean You Should Drop It
Home insurance is required by most mortgage lenders. But even if your home is paid off, does it make financial sense to drop coverage?
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The Best Gold Mutual Funds to Buy Right Now — And When to Choose An ETF Instead
Gold mutual funds offer investors exposure to the yellow precious metal, which has been red-hot this year. But a caveat is required.
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Five Ways to Catch Up on Retirement Savings
If you’re in your highest-earning years, you can make up for lost time.
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Why the Ultra-Rich Still Lose Sleep Over Money
A look inside the lesser-known financial anxieties of ultra-high-net-worth individuals — and what those fears reveal about markets, policy, and wealth strategy.
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Do You Know Your ABCDs? The Essential Medicare Parts Quiz
Quiz Test your basic knowledge of different parts of Medicare in our quick quiz.
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Financial Fact vs Fiction: The Truth About Social Security Entitlement (and Reverse Mortgages' Bad Rap)
Despite the 'entitlement' moniker, Social Security and Medicare are both benefits that workers earn. And reverse mortgages can be a strategic tool for certain people. Plus, we're setting the record straight on three other myths.
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The End of 2%? An Investment Adviser's Case for Why the Fed Should Raise Its Inflation Target
Yes, inflation can be tough on those living on fixed incomes, but protecting us from it too strictly could do our overall economy more harm than good.
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I Made Some Mistakes Buying My First Home. Here's How I'm Making Sure It Doesn't Happen Again
Home Buying Buying a home can be a complicated process. I'll show you some common mistakes we encountered and provide expert tips to help you avoid these.
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Best SPDR ETFs to Buy and Hold
ETFs These six SPDR ETFs give investors options to build solid, low-cost portfolios for the long term.
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Six Financial Actions to Take the Year Before Retirement
Having your income, health care and tax plans in place before you exit the day job can make it more likely that you'll have a happy retirement.
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Retire Before 59.5: The IRS Rule to Unlock Your IRA or 401(k) Cash Penalty-Free
This early retirement hack lets you tap your retirement savings without tax penalties. But you must plan well.
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Boost Your HSA Savings with These Smart and Savvy Moves
Wednesday is National HSA Awareness Day. Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) provide savers with a triple tax benefit and even more if you adopt these strategies.
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I'm in my 50s and thinking about prepaying my own funeral. Is it worth it?
We asked financial experts to weigh in.
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Medicare Open Enrollment: Why You Need to Pay Extra Attention to Part D, From a Financial Adviser
The lowest premium for prescription drug coverage might not actually save you the most money. Make sure you take copays into consideration and do the math.
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How the One Big Beautiful Bill Will Change Charitable Giving
Taxpayers who don't itemize will be able to take a bigger deduction for donations, which could boost giving. However, high-income donors could see their tax benefits reduced.
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Seven Reasons Your Home Insurance Costs Are Surging
Home insurance costs are skyrocketing, with specific factors driving the surge. Here's how to whittle down your premium.
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How a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) Works
You can use home equity to pay off high-interest debt or improve your home, but it’s important to understand the risks.
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Kiplinger ESG 20: Our Favorite ESG Stocks and Funds for Investors
Investing for Income Doing good and making money are no contradiction with these ESG stock and fund picks that ride the trend of socially conscious investing.
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I Got Laid Off at 59 with an $800,000 401(k). What Are My Options?
If you've also recently been laid off, don't panic! Here's expert advice on what to do.
