Features
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Ask the Tax Editor: 10-Year Cleanout Rule for Inherited IRAsAsk the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on inherited IRAs and the 10-year cleanout rule for non-spousal IRAs inherited after 2019
By Joy Taylor
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We’re Planning to Retire in the South. Will We Be Lonely?We’re New Yorkers with $3.8M. We plan to retire in South Carolina. My wife worries about making friends, but I don't. Am I being unrealistic?
By Maurie Backman
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Investors' Top 10 Frustrations With Financial ProfessionalsThe hidden costs, conflicts of interest and generalized advice that leave investors dissatisfied, and how to find a financial professional you truly trust.
By David Bromelkamp
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Why 'Business as Usual' Financial Advice Isn't Enough Right NowWe're used to hearing "stay invested" when the economy falters. But in an increasingly chaotic world, "focus on what you can control" may be more helpful.
By Max Kulyk, CRPC®, CSRIC™
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The 'Wait-to-Win' Rule of Retirement Can Add $1,100 to Your Monthly CheckHow trading your savings today will give you a permanent raise tomorrow.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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13 Habits to Steal From the WealthyCheck out these practical strategies that anyone, not just the rich, can adopt to get closer to achieving their retirement dreams.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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What to Do If Your Credit Card Is ClosedMaking Your Money Last If your credit card is closed, here's why that might have happened and what to do next.
By Rivan V. Stinson
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Why You Shouldn't Let Your Credit Cards Sit UnusedKeep your credit cards active to protect your credit score.
By Ella Vincent
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Which American Express Credit Card is Right for You?These three American Express cards offer different perks, perfect for the avid traveler, foodie and more.
By Ellen B. Kennedy
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Kiplinger Energy Outlook: War in Iran Spells Higher Gas Prices in the USEconomic Forecasts With exports of Persian Gulf oil halted, drivers in the U.S. are paying more to fill up their tanks.
By Jim Patterson
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Best 529 Plans of 2026Check out the best 529 plans of 2026 to find the best plan for your child or grandchild’s college savings.
By Erin Bendig
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How to Get Two Months of CLEAR Plus for FreeSign up for a two-month free trial of CLEAR and enjoy expedited screening the next time you travel.
By Rachael Green
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Why I’m 'Phone-Proofing' My Life Before I RetireOlder adults spend more time on screens than any other age group — and retirement may not change that. Here's how to reduce screen time and enjoy a fuller life.
By Jacob Schroeder
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Kiplinger Interest Rates Outlook: Fed Pauses Rates CutsForecasts The Fed suggests that it is not likely to cut rates further unless the jobs market weakens more.
By David Payne
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5 Core Stocks Every Investor Should Own in 2026 and BeyondCore stocks generate reliable and growing returns for you and your portfolio. Here are five we like for the long term.
By Kyle Woodley
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4 Highly Rated Vanguard Dividend and Income FundsThese four low-cost Vanguard dividend and income funds have all earned high praise from Morningstar, and they offer attractive yields.
By Kyle Woodley
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Target Stock: What $1,000 Invested 20 Years Ago Is Worth NowTarget stock has been a deeply disappointing long-term holding.
By Dan Burrows
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10 States With the Highest Gas Tax in 2026Gas Prices Fuel costs are climbing nationwide. Here’s where drivers are paying the highest taxes per gallon and why gas prices are going up now
By Kelley R. Taylor
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North Carolina’s $15,000 Forgivable Mortgage: How to Qualify in 2026State Taxes Moving to NC in 2026? Learn how to secure 0% interest down payment assistance and what the loan "forgiveness" period means for your taxes.
By Kate Schubel
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The Average Millennial 401(k) Balance is Not 'Superbad'Millennials may not have saved enough for retirement, but how bad can it be if your fake ID name is "McLovin"?
By Adam Shell
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Want to Lower Your Medical Bills? These Strategies Will HelpYour odds of getting your health care provider to lower your bill are higher if you act fast, communicate clearly and do your research before the negotiation.
By David Abraham
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A Case for Staying Independent as an RIA on Your TermsPrivate equity firms promise capital, tech and talent, but do those resources come with strings that could change how you serve your clients and run your firm?
By Shannon Larson
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How Google AI Tools Can Give Financial Advisers the EdgeIf your advisory firm uses Google Workspace, you're in a good position to adopt its AI tools to boost productivity and cut costs, with some key provisos.
By John O'Connell, MBA
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What Is the 100,000-Mile Rule in Car Insurance?The 100,000-mile rule in car insurance can help you slash premiums by ditching coverage you can't use.
By Rachael Green
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What Medicare Covers When You Travel in the US and AbroadMedical emergencies can happen at any time. Knowing what Medicare coverage you have, anywhere in the world, can help you avoid a massive bill.
By Donna LeValley
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How the Federal Reserve Affects Mortgage RatesLearn how interest rate changes affect your mortgage payments and what buyers should watch for this year.
By Dori Zinn
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Should You Get a Long-Term or Short-Term CD Before the Fed Meeting?Is a long-term or short-term CD better to open before the Fed meeting this week? Here's what you need to know.
By Erin Bendig
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How to Give Your Kids Cash Gifts Without the IRS PaperworkMost people can gift large sums without paying tax or filing a return, especially by structuring gifts across two tax years or splitting gifts with a spouse.
By Jeremy Keil, CFP®, CFA®, CKA®
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Pershing Square IPO: Should You Buy PSUS Shares?Bill Ackman took 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
