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Kiplinger Retail Outlook: Spending Pause is Likely Temporary
Economic Forecasts Retail sales pulled back in January, after a strong December, but may not be out of gas yet.
By David Payne Last updated
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6 Great Places for Wheelchair Users to Go On Vacation
Vacation Ideas These six places provide plenty of travel inspiration for people who use wheelchairs.
By Becca van Sambeck Last updated
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The Average 401(k) Balance by Age
Knowing how your 401(k) balance compares to your peers could motivate you to save more. It's not a race, but a little competition can be galvanizing.
By Adam Shell Last updated
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Five Smart Ways to Use Your Life Insurance While You're Still Alive
Life insurance can do more than just provide for your heirs — here’s how to maximize your policy while you’re still here.
By Laura Gariepy Published
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Earn Up to $1,050 With Marriott Bonvoy Cards From Amex
Get up to 150,000 bonus points with Marriott Bonvoy cards from American Express, plus a free night.
By Sean Jackson Last updated
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Six 401(k) Perks You May Not Know About
401(k) plans have gotten an upgrade over the years. Here's a look at what your plan may offer.
By Donna Fuscaldo Published
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What to Expect as Tariffs Reach Cars
Higher vehicle prices and delayed repairs are among the potential effects.
By Emma Patch Published
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The Rule of 240 Paychecks in Retirement
The Rule of 240 Paychecks can help you plan for a lifetime of withdrawals. Because, like any good boss, you need to pay yourself wisely.
By Jacob Schroeder Published
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Two Estate Planning Issues You Should Never Overlook
This estate planning attorney explains why proper asset titling and beneficiary designations make a big difference when it's time to transfer your wealth.
By Denise McClain, JD, CPA Published
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The Four D's That Could Force You to Sell Your Business
Business owners (or their heirs) can be rushed into a sale of their company if they haven't planned for a major change in circumstances — or the four D's.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® Published
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Best No-Fee High-Yield Savings Rates
No-fee savings accounts help you keep more of your money and earn a rate of return that outpaces inflation.
By Sean Jackson Last updated
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Qualify for Roth IRA Contributions by Lowering Your Income
401(k)s If your income is just above the cutoff (MAGI) to qualify for Roth IRA contributions, these strategies will help you meet it and lower your taxes.
By Kimberly Lankford Last updated
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Roth IRAs: What They Are and How They Work
Roth IRA A Roth IRA is an individual retirement account that allows tax-free investment growth and distributions, as long as key rules are followed.
By Jacob Wolinsky Last updated
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Best High-Yield Savings Accounts — May 2025
Our top choices earn rates as high as 4.40%, helping you outpace inflation effortlessly.
By Sean Jackson Last updated
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Why You May Not Want to Move Near the Grandkids in Retirement
Are you retiring and thinking of moving to be near the younger generations? Here's why you may want to think again.
By Donna Fuscaldo Published
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Worried Social Security Benefits Will Be Cut? This Is How Much More You Need to Save to Be Safe
The Social Security trust fund will be insolvent in 2033 and by 2035 will have to reduce benefits by 17%. Here is now much more you need to save to cover the potential shortfall.
By Donna LeValley Published
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The Odd Couple: Is Renting Out a Room in Retirement for You?
Whether you're more Golden Girls or Felix Unger, renting out a room in retirement might make financial sense. You might even have fun.
By Maurie Backman Published
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How to Be Your Own Consumer Watchdog — And Why You Have To
Big changes are afoot at federal agencies. Make these moves to protect yourself financially.
By Laura Petrecca Published
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The Three Retirement Tax Issues I Nag My Clients About
A financial professional highlights areas of tax planning that retirees should have on their radar as they finalize their retirement plan.
By Robert Cannon, MBA, CFF®, AIFA® Published
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Do You Need Disability Insurance? Three Things to Know
Disability insurance can help replace some of your income during unexpected life events. Here are the basics, courtesy of a financial professional.
By Adam Frank Published
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How to Appeal the Medicare IRMAA for 2024 and 2025
Medicare There’s a good chance you can get your IRMAA eliminated or reduced if your income has dropped in the past two years.
By Jackie Stewart Last updated
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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.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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15 Social Security Tasks You Can Do Online
retirement Why visit a government office to get your Social Security business done? You can do much of that online.
By Bob Niedt Last updated
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Best Marijuana Stocks to Buy: Cannabis Stocks for Investing
Kiplinger's Investing Outlook The best marijuana stocks have been put through the wringer for years. But with U.S. cannabis sales on the rise, these picks could finally have their day in the sun.
By Will Ashworth Last updated
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12 Things You Need to Know About Medicare
Medicare There's Medicare Part A, Part B, Part D, Medigap plans, Medicare Advantage plans and so on. We sort out the confusion about signing up for Medicare — and much more.
By Catherine Siskos Last updated
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How to Open a 401(k)
Whether you're starting a new job or have never opened a 401(k) account, it's time! Here's how to open an account in five steps.
By Adam Shell Last updated
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Kiplinger Inflation Outlook: Low Number Doesn’t Reflect Tariffs Yet
Economic Forecasts Inflation should rise in the coming months as tariff effects materialize, but less than first expected, now that there is a U.S.-China trade truce.
By David Payne Last updated
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Baby Boomers vs. Gen X: How They Approach Retirement Differently
One generation is nearing retirement, while one is already there. How they approach this important life transition is very different.
By Donna Fuscaldo Last updated
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I'm 60 with $4 million — can I have a luxury retirement?
With inflation and volatility, how careful should I be?
By Maurie Backman Published