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Ask the Editor — Questions on the One Big Beautiful Bill
Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, we answer tax questions from readers on the House-passed “One Big Beautiful Bill.”
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Proposed Changes to HSAs in the One Big Beautiful Bill Add up for Retirement Savers
HSAs are getting a glow-up in the pending tax bill. Those 55+ and workers enrolled in Medicare Part A will have more opportunity to save for medical costs in retirement.
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Kiplinger Readers' Choice Awards 2025: Hotel Card Programs
Readers' Choice Awards In our 2025 Readers' Choice Awards survey, readers evaluated financial providers. Find out which hotel credit card rewards programs came out on top.
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Eight Things Medicare Doesn't Cover
Healthy Living on a Budget Medicare Part A and Part B leave gaps in your healthcare coverage. But Medicare Advantage has problems, too.
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Kiplinger Readers' Choice Awards 2025: Airline Card Programs
Readers' Choice Awards In our 2025 Readers' Choice Awards survey, readers evaluated financial providers. Find out which airline credit card rewards programs came out on top.
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Kiplinger Readers' Choice Awards 2025: Travel Credit Cards
Readers' Choice Awards In our 2025 Readers' Choice Awards survey, readers evaluated financial providers. Find out which travel rewards credit cards came out on top.
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Running Out of Money in Retirement: Nine Steps to Help Reduce the Risk
Quit worrying about money and enjoy a carefree retirement. Sounds good, right? Well, if you follow these nine steps from a financial adviser, you could be on your way to that goal.
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Ford Recall 2025: Rearview Camera Glitch Affects 1.1 Million Vehicles
Over 1 million Ford and Lincoln vehicles are being recalled due to a software issue affecting rearview cameras. Here's what models are impacted and how owners can address the problem.
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North Carolina Tax Guide 2025
State Tax Explore North Carolina's 2025 state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how North Carolina compares nationwide.
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Monetizing a Hobby in Retirement: The Benefits and Pitfalls
Get extra cash in retirement to do what you love.
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How One Widow Nearly Missed Out on $213,000 in Social Security
Losing your partner often means losing 30% to 50% of your household income. This financial adviser emphasizes that planning ahead and understanding the rules surrounding survivor benefits can help.
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Simple Ways to Make Your Executor's Job Less of a Pain
Being an executor of an estate isn't easy, so you should do what you can to help them out. It can be as easy as making a list and being smart about your email accounts.
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'Trump Accounts' for Newborns: A Great Idea That Could Be Better
According to this financial professional, limitations on the proposed $1,000 deposit at birth highlight shortcomings in our retirement landscape, but the potential is there to make a big difference.
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You Could Be a 401(k) Millionaire. Here’s How
Joining the ranks of 401(k) millionaires can be withing your sights with these four strategies.
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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.
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Bond Basics: Municipal Bonds (Munis)
The higher your tax bracket, the more you'll benefit from Munis — bonds issued by state and local agencies.
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Age in Place or Move? How to Decide Where to Live in Retirement
Retiring in place or moving is a big decision. Here's what you need to consider.
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10 Things You Need to Know About Health Savings Accounts
insurance If you don’t have many medical expenses now, in the long term you’ll be able to benefit even more from the tax advantages of an HSA.
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Is a 401(k) Worth It? Here Are the Pros and Cons
A 401(k) is worth it for most people, but are you one of them? There are seven pros and four cons to consider.
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How to Appeal a Health Insurance Denial
If your insurer refuses to pay for a treatment or procedure that you believe should be covered, use our guide to appeal.
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Opportunity Zones Expert Sees Bright Future in 'Big, Beautiful Bill'
New legislation introduces rural "super incentives" and expanded access, though a potential investment freeze could stall billions in community development funding. Here's what every investor needs to know.
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Sorry, But AI Alone Doesn't Cut It for Financial Planning
Artificial intelligence has its place in retirement planning — but only as a tool. It falls short in several key areas that require a human touch.
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Five Divorce Settlement Blind Spots: An Expert's Guide to What You Can't Afford to Miss
Even the best lawyers can miss tax and other financial considerations when drafting complex divorce settlements, so specialist advice is vital from the outset.
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What You Must Know About the Different Parts of Medicare
Medicare Medicare can be complicated but we've got you covered. Here is a quick guide to the different benefits provided through each part.
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Protect Your Social Security with a Retirement Safeguard You've Never Heard Of
Even with a power of attorney or joint bank account, the Social Security Administration may hamstring your financial representative without one of these.
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Are You a Retirement Millionaire Too Afraid to Enjoy Your Wealth?
If you are too scared to spend money in retirement, you may be saddled with regret. Here are four ways to safely enjoy your sizable retirement nest egg.
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Can Stocks Picked by Artificial Intelligence Beat the Market? 3 Stocks to Watch
stocks An AI stock-picking platform identifying high-potential equities has been sharp in the past. Here are three of its top stocks to watch over the next few months.
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Best CD Rates — A Risk-Free Way to Save
Savings Watch your money grow effortlessly with a CD. Here are our top picks.
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Increase Your Social Security Payments up to $2,187 Each Month
retirement This strategy can delay starting Social Security, building a bridge from retirement to higher monthly income.
