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Another State Eliminates Capital Gains Tax in 2025: What’s Next?
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Investing
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All 30 Dow Jones Stocks Ranked: Buy, Sell or Hold?
blue chip stocks Microsoft, Amazon.com, Nvidia and Walmart are Wall Street's top Dow Jones stocks to buy now. Some other names might surprise you.
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How to Position Your Business for a Lucrative Exit Despite Private Equity's Slowdown
As private equity firms seek strongly performing companies, crafting a narrative about your business' high-quality assets and future opportunities can make a lucrative sale possible.
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Personal Finance
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Best 5-Year CD Rates
The best 5-year CD rates earn you up to 4.28%, outpacing inflation and helping you meet long-term savings goals.
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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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Best One-Year CD Rates
Savings The best 1-year CD rates help you earn returns as high as 4.40%. See our top picks.
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Taxes
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California Tax Guide 2025
State Tax Explore California's 2025 state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how California compares nationwide.
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1031 Exchanges Aren't Just for Big Real Estate Deals: An Expert's Playbook for Regular Property Owners
One of the biggest mistakes property owners make is not realizing they're eligible for tax deferral through a Section 1031 like-kind exchange.
By Jill Jones, General Counsel Published
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New Jersey ANCHOR Benefit Letters Out Now: What to Know
Tax Relief Find out how much the ANCHOR benefit is worth — plus, apply for New Jersey property tax relief before it's too late.
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Retirement
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Seven Hidden Downsides of Dividend Investing, From a Financial Adviser
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By William Thatcher Published
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How to Position Your Business for a Lucrative Exit Despite Private Equity's Slowdown
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By Kaleb J. Lilly, CPA Published
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I’m 57, with $1.8 million saved, and want a low-stress job for the next decade. My wife says keep cranking and retire at 62 instead. Who’s right?
We asked expert wealth planners for advice.
By Maurie Backman Published
Real Estate
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To Downsize or Not to Downsize? That is the Retirement Question
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By Robyn A. Friedman Published
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Don't Regret Buying a Home: An Expert Guide to Navigating Today's Tough Housing Market
Whether you're a first-time buyer, want to upsize/downsize or move closer to work or family, it's critical to stay within your budget and have an emergency fund.
By Darren Tooley, CMA Published
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1031 Exchanges Aren't Just for Big Real Estate Deals: An Expert's Playbook for Regular Property Owners
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Economic Forecasts
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Kiplinger Special Report: Business Costs for 2026
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Kiplinger Retail Outlook: Underlying Trend Obscured by Prime Day Sale
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