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You Don't Need a Billion to Retire in the Hamptons: Finding the Right Town for Your Budget
Yes, it's favored by the rich and famous, but retiring in the Hamptons may not be out of your league. Here's a guide to affordability and and who is happiest living there.
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My First $1 Million: Construction Industry Product Manager
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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Is Fear of Social Security Running Out of Money Hurting You?
Bipartisan collaboration on a mix of reforms will likely be needed to keep the system solvent and benefits intact.
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Gen X Turns 60: It's Time to Remix Your Retirement Playlist
If you want a worry-free retirement, you can't keep playing the same old song. You need to freshen up your financial strategies, as well as your music.
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This 3-Part Retirement 'Crash Plan' Helps Cushion Turbulence
Having a plan ready to go when markets get wild — covering how you'll handle income, rebalancing and taxes — can be the ultimate retirement secret weapon.
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The Best Aerospace and Defense ETFs to Buy
The best aerospace and defense ETFs can help investors capitalize on higher defense spending or hedge against the potential of a large-scale conflict.
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Roth IRA Contribution Limits for 2026
Roth IRAs Roth IRAs allow you to save for retirement with after-tax dollars while you're working, and then withdraw those contributions and earnings tax-free when you retire. Here's a look at 2026 limits and income-based phaseouts.
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The Kiplinger Dividend 15: Our Favorite Dividend-Paying Stocks
dividend stocks The Kiplinger Dividend 15 are poised to benefit as falling interest rates lure investors back to dividend-paying stocks.
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The 10-Year Rule for Inherited IRAs
Kiplinger Tax Letter The IRS’ interpretation of the 10-year clean-out rule on inherited IRAs can be complicated.
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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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Ask the Editor: 20% Qualified Business Income Deduction
Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on the 20% tax deduction for qualified business income or QBI.
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Find the Right Health Plan During Open Enrollment
You may face sharply higher out-of-pocket costs for health care next year. Use our guide to select an insurance plan that meets your needs at the best price.
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Here's How to Plan This Year's Roth Conversion
While time is running out to make Roth conversions before the end of the taxable year, consider taking your time and developing a long-term strategy.
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Four Times You Need a Second Opinion on Your Financial Plan
Is your financial plan fit for purpose — or is your adviser peddling an outdated strategy? When you see these red flags, it's time for a second opinion.Evan
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Your Insurer Will Put the Blame on You in These 5 Scenarios
Insurance companies care about 'fault' in more ways than you think — from payment mishaps to your neighbor's landscaping — so it's on you to manage the risks.
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The Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards for You
credit cards Pack your bags and earn rewards for traveling. We chose the best cards for airline, hotel and other perks to help you save money.
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Credit Cards With No Foreign Transaction Fees
Enjoy traveling abroad? Find a credit card with no foreign transaction fees or your spending could add up to a big chunk of change.
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Earn up to a $4,000 Capital One Business Card Intro Offer
Earn up to 400K bonus miles: 200K miles when you spend $30K in the first 3 months, and an additional 200k miles when you spend $150k in the first 6 months.
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22 Best Deals Sites to Find the Best Prices While Online Shopping
Our guide to the best deals sites and tools that help you bag the best deals on the internet.
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Seven Tips to Score Black Friday Discounts
Use these tips to save money and score the best deals this Black Friday.
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Kiplinger GDP Outlook: No Recession, But Low Economic Growth
Kiplinger Forecasts In the latest Kiplinger GDP forecast, we expect modest-to-moderate growth in the second half of 2025 and through 2026.
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Best Defensive ETFs to Protect Your Portfolio
ETFs The best defensive ETFs can help ease investors' worries about volatility across the stock and bond markets by prioritizing stability over aggressive profit-making strategies.
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The Cheapest Gold ETFs to Buy Now
gold Gold ETFs can provide hedging and diversification benefits without the hassle of holding and storing physical bullion.
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Best Bond Funds to Buy
Investing for Income The best bond funds provide income and stability for investors and are worthy additions to any well-balanced portfolio.
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The Best Bank ETFs to Buy
The best bank ETFs can offer above-average yields and reduce the complexities of investing in financial stocks.
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Medicare Premiums 2025: IRMAA Brackets and Surcharges for Parts B and D
Medicare participants with an income above the threshold must pay a surcharge for Medicare Part B and Part D based on their income.
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Social Security Payment Schedule for 2025
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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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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3 Ways High-Income Earners Can Maximize Their Charitable Donations in 2025
Tax Deductions New charitable giving tax rules will soon lower your deduction for donations to charity — here’s what you should do now.
