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What Is Your Collection Worth? How to Value and Protect Your Assets

If you've collected stamps, vinyl, coins, antiques and even some oddities like toothpick holders, you could be sitting on some serious cash.

By James R. Hagerty

Why Gold Isn't Shining Now (Plus, an Alternative That Is)

Even if gold mining companies become less profitable, it will still be business as usual for gold royalty companies.

By Michael Joseph, CFA

Is Your Portfolio Missing This Key Ingredient?

Portfolios limited to public equities capture a smaller slice of corporate growth, so investors are making room for private investments in their 401(k)s.

By Mike Dullaghan, AIF®

Why High-Net-Worth Families Need a Financial Quarterback

High-net-worth families need a decent quarterback — a financial adviser coordinating other professionals on the team and keeping an eye on potential threats.

By Peter Newman, CFA

5 Reasons Your Tax Refund Might Be Delayed and How to Fix It

Tax Refunds Is your IRS refund taking forever? From filing errors to identity verification, here are five reasons for a tax refund delay, and what you can do today.

By Kate Schubel

Death and Taxes: A Famous Quotes Quiz to Take a Break From Tax Season

Quiz If you're "dead" tired of tax season, we have just the solution.

By Kate Schubel

Pershing Square IPO: Should You Buy the PSUS IPO?

Bill Ackman will take his Pershing Square hedge fund firm public in a rare "combined IPO" with a new closed-end fund. Here's what investors need to know.

By Karee Venema

I’m Ready to Retire in Europe Now. My Wife Thinks It’s Too Risky.

She thinks we should reconsider because of the political and economic situation. I want to go now. Who's right?

By Maurie Backman

Retirement Is a Game (and That's Actually the Good News)

If retirement is the ultimate goal, why is it harder than we imagined? Regarding it as a game to keep playing, instead of a finish line, may be the answer.

By Richard P. Himmer, PhD

Retiring in the Next 12 Months? Answer These 3 Questions

The final decisions you make on spending, Social Security and investments can make the difference between a successful retirement and one filled with regret.

By Jeremy Keil, CFP®, CFA®, CKA®

A Market Crash Isn't Your Biggest Retirement Risk — This Is

Retirees are conditioned to think that market risk is the main threat to their future, but here's the real danger — and how to bring it under control.

By Kara Stewart

4 Smart Ways to Use Your Tax Return for Financial Planning

Don't just file your tax return and forget about it. Reviewing it will reveal how financial decisions have played out, and how to make better ones in future.

By Michael Pappis, CFP®

The Best Week to Sell Your Home in 2026 Could Boost Your Price

New data reveals the best week to sell your home in 2026 and how timing could boost your sale price.

By Choncé Maddox

My First $1 Million: Information Tech Engineer, 54, Nashville

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

The Simple Legal Document Parents Need to Protect Their Kids

When parents are absent, caregivers may not be able to make emergency decisions for a child without a Delegation of Parental Authority. Here's how to set it up.

By Patrick M. Simasko, J.D.

Family Tax Planning is Experiencing a Rare Moment — Seize It

The tax landscape has stabilized, giving wealthy families an opportunity to move away from reactive decision-making and redirect their attention toward planning.

By Mark R. Parthemer, JD, AEP, ACTEC Fellow

Death or Divorce: How Women Can Prepare For Possibilities

The end of a relationship is a grim prospect, but it'll be easier to deal with if you have an open conversation about finances now to establish future security.

By Anne J. McPhail, CFP®

Kiplinger Housing Outlook: A Critical Turning Point in 2026

Economic Outlooks The housing market is in the doldrums, but subtle shifts are finally on the way.

By Rodrigo Sermeño

How One Hospital Visit Overseas Could Wreck Your Finances

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Proper planning can give you peace of mind and protection, regardless of what happens on your trips.

By Sean Jackson

Kiplinger Business Costs Outlook: Spending, Costs Rise

Economic Forecasts Trade deals reduce tariff uncertainty, but lock in higher costs of imports.

By David Payne

Ask the Editor: Questions on Tax Changes for 2026

Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on changes to charitable deductions and other tax breaks that first take effect in 2026.

By Joy Taylor

What Is the Federal Funds Rate?

The federal funds rate can impact a host of borrowing costs, and thus the entire U.S. economy.

By Jeff Reeves

Vintage Stereos: How I Get That 1970s Look With 2026 Connectivity

I collect and refurbish hi-fi stereo equipment. Here's how to find a deal on a vintage system and pair it with your favorite streaming service.

By Benjamin Tice Smith

10 Major AI Companies You Should Know

These 10 companies are at the cutting edge of the AI revolution. Here's how they're driving innovation and leading the biggest buildout in human history.

By Tom Taulli

10 Financial To-Do's for Spring

Spring is a great time to check in to ensure everything is in good order. Completing these 10 tasks might seem like a lot of work, but the payoffs are worth it.

By David Jaeger, CFP®

Jumbo CD vs HYSA: Where Should You Stash $100k?

If you're looking to stash some cash away in a less risky venture, I'll break down two of the best accounts to consider.

By Sean Jackson

Tax Changes That Could Lower Your 2025 and 2026 Bills

Tax Law How to make the most of tax changes in President Donald Trump's "big beautiful bill."

By Sandra Block