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My First $1 Million: Health Care CFO, 52, Pacific Northwest
Ever wonder how someone who's made a million dollars or more did it? Kiplinger's My First $1 Million series uncovers the answers.
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I'm a Financial Adviser: Don't Believe These Five Myths About Annuities
Annuities can offer financial stability that can be quite freeing for retirees. Don't let a few myths spoil what might be a good thing for you.
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I'm a Wealth Adviser: This Is How to Prevent Your Heirs From Frittering Away the Family Fortune
To prevent family wealth from being eroded down the line, younger generations must be treated as active stewards of a legacy rather than passive heirs.
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States Sending 'Stimulus' Checks in 2025
Rebate Checks Some people are receiving one-time state rebate checks. Is your state sending money?
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Tax Brackets 2025 Quiz: How Much Do You Know?
Quiz Test your knowledge of IRS rules that impact how much money you keep in your wallet.
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Quiz: Coast, Barista, Lean or Fat? Which FIRE Retire Early Style Is Right For You?
Test your knowledge of the different types of FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) with this short quiz.
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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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Will 2025 Be a Good Year to Sell Your House?
Explore whether 2025 is the right time to sell your home. Learn about trends in mortgage rates, home prices, buyer demographics and economic factors shaping the housing market.
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Are You Rich? The Average Net Worth by Age
Are you beating your peers on average net worth? Get tips from financial advisers on how to grow your wealth over time.
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The Best High-Yield Savings Accounts of September 2025
Our high-yield savings account picks earn you rates as high as 4.35%, helping you outpace inflation and grow your savings quicker.
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The Best 3-Year CDs of 2025
Savings Our top 3-year CDs help you earn returns as high as 4%.
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5 Best Fidelity Mutual Funds to Buy Now
mutual funds No matter your investing style, the best Fidelity mutual funds offer solid active management at relatively low cost.
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The $2.5 Billion Amazon Settlement: Key Dates, Claim Eligibility and More
Amazon agrees to a historic $2.5 billion settlement over its Amazon Prime memberships. Here's what you need to know about the case and filing a claim.
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The 10 Best Travel Hacks Every Active Retiree Should Know
More and more retirees are hitting the road for their dream trips, and with some creative travel hacks, you can travel the world without breaking the bank.
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Ask the Editor: Tax Questions on the New Tips Deduction
Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, we answer reader questions on the new tax deduction for tipped income.
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How to Add Your Favorite News Sources to Google Top Stories
Google now lets you choose which outlets you want to see more often in Top Stories. Here's how to set your preferred sources in just a few clicks.
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Home Equity in Retirement: Should You Sell, Borrow or Rent?
Learn how to preserve your property's value, tap equity for income and make smart choices about downsizing, renting, or leaving a legacy.
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Foldable Phones: Are They the Future or Just a Passing Trend?
Foldable phones offer eye-catching design and extra screen space, but not without compromises in cost, durability, and convenience. We weigh the pros and cons.
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Three Striking Ways the 'Big Beautiful Bill' Affects Nursing Homes
Little-noticed provisions in the tax bill will ease requirements on nursing homes and make it harder for some patients to pay.
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A Financial Adviser's Guide to Divorce Negotiations: Civil — or Not
Whether you go through a friendly mediation or a contentious court battle, all divorce agreements need to address the same key issues.
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Kiplinger Weekly Quiz: What's Happening With Stimulus Checks
Quiz Trump Accounts, LAC stock and stimulus checks were all Kiplinger stories this week — but why? How much do you know about the week's financial news?
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One Family's 529 Journey: A Guide to Smart College Savings, From a Parent Who's Also a Financial Professional
529 savings plans have been key to funding my three children's college journeys. Here are some tips for saving for a loved one's education, based on my experience as a parent.
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Here Is How Much You'll Pay for Medicare Premiums and Deductibles in 2025
Medicare premiums for 2025, and the cost of Medicare Part A, Medicare Part B, and Part D premiums and deductibles, have gone up. Here is how much you'll pay in 2025.
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How to Appeal the IRMAA for Medicare Parts B and D
Medicare There’s a good chance you can get your IRMAA eliminated or reduced if your income has dropped in the past two years.
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The Average Social Security Check in Every State
Do you live in this New England state with the heftiest check? Your Social Security benefit can be affected by where you live.
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When Will I Receive My 2025 Social Security Checks?
Find out when you can expect your 2025 Social Security payments and the date you get paid when your scheduled day falls on a holiday.
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2026 Social Security COLA July Projection Rises
In October, the SSA will reveal the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) that will apply to Social Security benefits next year. The COLA is an increase designed to help Social Security payments keep up with inflation.
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Vanguard Money Market Funds: What You Need to Know
investing Vanguard money market funds are useful asset storage tools. Here's what you need to know about the firm's six offerings.
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Day Trading: What Is It and Why Is It So Risky?
Day trading is a strategy that looks to capitalize on short-term price fluctuations, but it's not for the faint of heart. Here's why.
