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Amazon Credit Card Delivers $100 Intro Offer, Cash Back for Loyal Shoppers
The Chase Amazon credit card, Prime Visa, offers rewards to loyal Amazon and Whole Foods customers.
By Ellen Kennedy Last updated
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Best High-Yield Savings Accounts
These are the top earning high yield savings accounts available today.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Different Parts of Car Insurance and What They Cover
Car insurance protects you against financial loss in the case of an accident or theft. Here's a look at the different types of coverage you can choose.
By Daniel Bortz Last updated
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Best No-Fee High-Yield Savings Rates
Consider opening a no-fee high-yield savings account if you want a competitive rate for your cash with no strings attached.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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How to Find the Best Jumbo CD Rates
Check out some of the top jumbo CD rates available today.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Best CD Rates
Find the highest CD rates available today in our guide.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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States That Won't Tax Your Death
Estate Taxes How much will your children —or other heirs — pay when you die? That depends on whether you live in a state with no death tax.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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What Is Comprehensive Auto Insurance and What Does It Cover?
insurance This grab bag of coverages can protect you and your vehicle from theft, fire and forces of nature.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Which Town in Connecticut Is Right for You? Our 5 Favorite Options
Connecticut is one of the top places to live in the U.S., but how do you pick which town to settle in? These CT communities offer something for everyone.
By Becca van Sambeck Last updated
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How to Assess the Impact of Your Charitable Giving
Here are five simple ways to 'do this, not that' when trying to find out from a nonprofit what kind of impact your donations are having.
By Catherine Crystal Foster Published
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How a Two-Year Installment Sale Strategy Can Save on Taxes
When selling property or other substantially appreciated asset, you could spread the taxes over two years to save big bucks. Following the rules is critical, though.
By Derek A. Miser, Investment Adviser Published
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Five Ways to Make Retirement a Little Less Scary
To avoid lying awake at night once you’re retired, consider having these strategies in place before you take the plunge.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® Published
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With Irrevocable Trusts, It’s All About Who Has Control
An irrevocable trust must be carefully funded, structured and managed to achieve both asset protection and tax planning.
By Rustin Diehl, JD, LLM Published
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W-4 Form: Extra Withholding, Exemptions, and Other Things Workers Need to Know
Tax forms Knowing how the IRS Form W-4 form works can help with new jobs, tax refunds, and avoiding estimated tax payments.
By Rocky Mengle Last updated
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What To Look for in Great Dividend Stocks
Dividend-paying stocks have lagged lately but are due for a comeback. Here's what to look for in great dividend stocks.
By Kim Clark Published
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How to Retire Early by 40: Build the FIRE Now
It's not easy, but you may be able to retire by 40 or 45 if you take these FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) steps now.
By Jacob Schroeder Published
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If You’re Preparing to Move, Should You Buy or Rent?
Both prospects are expensive these days, but there are several questions you can ask yourself to help you decide what’s right for you.
By Justin Stivers, Esq. Published
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Find Your Monthly Payment With This Mortgage Calculator
With our mortgage calculator, you can easily determine your monthly mortgage payment.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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What to Expect When Applying for a Mortgage Loan
real estate Ready to buy a home? First, you'll need to get approved for a mortgage loan.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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10 Things To Know About Buying A Vacation Home
Ten things people should know about the implications of buying a second or vacation home.
By David Rodeck Last updated
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A Guide to Shopping at Outlet and Discount Department Stores
A look at what you can find shopping at outlet and discount department stores.
By Lisa Amand Last updated
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How to Help Your Kids Without Ruining Your Retirement
Here are some general considerations to ensure the gift of assets to your kids will not negatively affect your financial future.
By Mario Hernandez Published
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How Annuities Can Help You Retire Early and Delay Social Security
Waiting until 70 to claim Social Security benefits can pay off, so how do you bridge the gap between giving up your paycheck and filing for benefits?
By Ken Nuss Published
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How to Get Your Kids to Step Off the Gravy Train
A surprising number of young adults live with their parents. Setting some financial ground rules could get the kids out on their own faster.
By Neale Godfrey, Financial Literacy Expert Published
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Spring Is a Good Time to Clean Up Your Finances, Too
While you’re decluttering your home for spring, consider also taking a crack at cleaning up your finances and old paperwork.
By Tony Drake, CFP®, Investment Advisor Representative Published
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Kiplinger's GDP Outlook: Economic Growth Slows to Normal
Economic Forecasts The economy’s quarterly growth rate will likely average 2% from now on.
By David Payne Last updated
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Kiplinger ESG 20: Our Favorite ESG Stocks and Funds for Investors
Investing for Income Doing good and making money are no contradiction with these ESG stock and fund picks that ride the trend of socially conscious investing.
By Nellie S. Huang Last updated
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Kiplinger 25 Model Portfolios
The Kiplinger 25 Reach your investment goals with these plans using the Kiplinger 25, our favorite no-load mutual funds.
By Nellie S. Huang Last updated
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The 25 Best No-Load Mutual Funds You Can Buy
mutual funds The key to building wealth long-term is buying high-quality, no-load mutual funds run by seasoned stock pickers. Here are our favorites.
By Nellie S. Huang Last updated