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Estate Planning Checklist: 13 Smart MovesFollow this estate planning checklist to hold on to more of your hard-earned money for both you (and your heirs).
By Janet Kidd Stewart
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How to Protect Your Home From Keyless Break-insWhile smart locks enhance home security, skilled intruders may bypass them. Here's how to strengthen your defenses.
By Sean Jackson
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Kiplinger Retail Outlook: Consumers Spend Freely, for NowEconomic Forecasts Low savings rates and higher gasoline costs imply a slowdown in spending at some point.
By David Payne
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You're Rich and Single — Is Your Money Working Hard Enough?If you're financially comfortable and living on your own, don't let excess cash sit idle. Here's how to make your money work harder for you.
By Jacob Wolinsky
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Where to Move Your Money Before the Next Fed MeetingThe Federal Reserve left rates unchanged in June, but inflation continues to pressure savers. Learn where to keep your cash now.
By Sean Jackson
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The Hidden Costs of the Fed's Rate PauseThe Federal Reserve isn't cutting rates any time soon. While this benefits savers, learn how it impacts you when you need to borrow money.
By Sean Jackson
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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?
By Erin Bendig
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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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How Child-Free Adults Are Choosing to 'Live Early'How shifting from "Retiring Early" to "Living Early" allows child-free adults to enjoy their wealth while they’re still young enough to use it.
By Jacob Schroeder
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Retirement Calculator: How Much Do I Need to Retire?Tools Our Retirement Calculator helps you estimate the future value of your retirement savings and how much you need to save each month to reach your retirement goal.
By Ellen B. Kennedy
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Master Your Fed Knowledge: Take Our Quick Federal Reserve QuizQuiz Test your basic knowledge of the Federal Reserve and how its actions impact your money in our quick quiz.
By Karee Venema
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Shopping for Long-Term Care Insurance at Age 50, 55, 60 and 65Long-term care insurance can help offset one of the biggest financial blind spots in retirement. But timing and strategy are everything.
By Maurie Backman
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5 Tax-Saving Strategies That Can Lead to a Better RetirementAmericans are working for more companies across their lifetime — and for far longer. That can lead to greater tax liabilities you'll need to plan for.
By Martin Schamis, CFP®
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Why Your Next 1031 Exchange Decision Might Not Be About TaxesBefore rushing into your next property exchange, ask yourself if you want another investment or the freedom of a life beyond real estate management.
By Carl E. Sera, CMT
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When Are Taxes Due in 2026? Tax Deadlines by MonthTax Deadlines Avoid costly IRS penalties and interest by tracking the most important 2026 federal income tax due dates for individual taxpayers.
By Kate Schubel
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Best Energy ETFs to BuyETFs Energy ETFs can help investors earn income, hedge against inflation and speculate on commodity prices. Here are five we like.
By Tony Dong, MSc, CETF
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8 Rules for Choosing the Right Financial AdviserNot all advisers are created equal. Here's how to find one qualified to manage your wealth and protect your legacy.
By Laura Gariepy
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9 Ways To Save on Your Next Luxury TripLooking for ways to stretch your retirement dollars? Follow these tips to get a deal on your next vacation.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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6 Fun (and Cheap) Ways to Stay Busy in RetirementIt's not all about the big trips and special occasions. There are plenty of ways to enjoy yourself day-to-day in retirement without breaking the bank.
By Maurie Backman
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Do You Know How Working in Retirement Affects Your Benefits?Quiz How much do you know about the impact on Social Security, taxes and healthcare when you work past retirement age or decide to "unretire"?
By Charlotte Gorbold
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10 Cheapest Places to Live in ArizonaProperty Tax Moving to Arizona? Here's where to buy for the lowest property tax bills in the state.
By Kate Schubel
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Are You Ready To Retire at 62? Take Our Quiz to Find OutQuiz Are you in a good position to retire at 62? Find out with this quick quiz.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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You'll Probably Need Long-Term Care at Some Point. Here's How to Pay for ItMost people turning 65 today face a 70% chance of needing long-term care at some point — yet insurance remains expensive and often out of reach for many.
By Elaine Silvestrini
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How to Fire Your Financial Adviser (Who Is Also a Friend)If your portfolio has been underperforming, you might need to fire your adviser. That gets tricky if you share a friend group.
By Maurie Backman
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Why I Decided to Appeal My Medicare IRMAA SurchargeI retired from full-time work early last year, but I'm still subject to the surcharge because of this rule.
By Sandra Block
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How Will Your Retirement Plan Today Address Long-Term Care?Do you know how you'll afford to age in place, help kids and grandkids now and after you pass and avoid making compromises on your healthcare?
By Jerry Golden, Investment Adviser Representative
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I Believe John Oliver Was Too Kind to 'Cash Now' PredatorsCurrent laws are largely ineffective at protecting accident victims from "fast cash" companies that buy structured settlements. Here's how to protect yourself.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq.
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Why Resilience Is the Defining Thread of Today's Small BusinessesBuilding resilience and making smart, long-term decisions throughout every stage of your business' lifecycle is what success is all about.
By Mark Valentino
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Do Your Financial Adviser's Fees Reflect Value or Growth?Clients may ask if a flat fee is better than a percentage of assets under management, but the real question is whether fees reflect the value of your services.
By Dr. Preston Cherry, CFP®
