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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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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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The 401(k) Shake-Up: Private Equity's Role and Risks
A new investment frontier is coming to your 401(k). We asked financial experts to break down what private equity means for your retirement.
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Is Crypto Investing Coming to a Credit Union Near You?
Credit unions are getting in on crypto investing through partnerships with third-party platforms, but the risks to investors still apply.
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Seven Hidden Downsides of Dividend Investing, From a Financial Adviser
Dividend investing could be draining your wealth with unexpected costs and limited growth potential. Here are some downsides, along with smarter strategies to take control of your retirement income.
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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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Kiplinger Special Report: Business Costs for 2026
Economic Forecasts Fresh forecasts for 2026, to help you plan ahead and prepare a budget on a range of business costs, from Kiplinger's Letters team.
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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.
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To Downsize or Not to Downsize? That is the Retirement Question
Where to Retire For some retirees, a bigger home is better.
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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.
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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.
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States That Don't Tax Pension Income in 2025
Retirement Taxes Over a dozen states don't tax pension income regardless of your age or how much money you have.
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Retiring in 2035? Here's What Your First Day Could Look Like
Your 2035 retirement isn't just a date. It's a day in your life. Here's what your future self might do on the first day and how retirement will have changed.
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Could This Southeast Asian Country Be the Best Place to Retire?
This country's vibrant cities, serene beaches and rich heritage make it a hot tourist destination. Its low living costs make it a great place to retire.
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My First $1 Million: Retired Army and Health Care Worker, 52, Houston
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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A New Guide to Choosing Where to Retire
Where to Retire A comprehensive guide to deciding where is the best place for you to retire.
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Timing Your Retirement: A Financial Professional's Guide on When to Say When
First, ask yourself what kind of retirement you want: big and splashy or simple and sweet. Then you can run the numbers to help choose just the right moment.
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Three Common Social Security Myths in 2025: A Retirement Strategist Explains What You Need to Know
Taxes on benefits haven't been eliminated, and based on current projections, the program isn't going bankrupt. Understanding the truth about Social Security and knowing what you can control can help you better prepare for retirement.
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Three Ways Working After Retirement Can Backfire
Before you decide to 'unretire' and go back to work, be sure you understand the impact it will have on your retirement finances.
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The Most Tax-Friendly State for Retirement in 2025: Here It Is
Retirement Tax How do you retire ‘tax-free’? This state doesn’t tax retirement income, has a low median property tax bill, and even offers savings on gas. Are you ready for a move?
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How Range Wealth Management Is Using AI and Human Expertise to Address Complex Financial Needs
Wealth management software helps you keep track of your investments and manage your money. We look at Range's all-in-one platform to see how it works.
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Kiplinger Interest Rates Outlook
Forecasts The odds of a Federal Reserve cut in short-term rates rose after a poor jobs report, then fell after a poor Producer Price Index report.
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Five Tips to Get Your Estate Plan In Order Now
Get your estate plan in order before the year is over with these five tips.
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Kiplinger Retail Outlook: Underlying Trend Obscured by Prime Day Sale
Economic Forecasts Moderate consumer spending in July got a boost from Amazon’s four-day sale event.
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Warren Buffett Stocks: A Look at Berkshire Hathaway's Holdings
Warren Buffett's holdings are a diverse set of blue chips and lesser-known growth bets. Here, we look at Buffett's stock picks, as well as those of his lieutenants.
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YouTube AI Age Verification: Safety and Privacy Risks Unpacked
The promise of safer screens meets the reality of sensitive data.
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Zelle Security Lapses Cost Over $1 Billion in Fraud, Lawsuit Claims: What You Need to Know
New York's attorney general is suing Zelle for allegedly allowing "fraudsters to run rampant."
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15 Reasons You'll Regret an RV in Retirement
Making Your Money Last Here's why you might regret an RV in retirement. RV-savvy retirees talk about the downsides of spending retirement in a motorhome, travel trailer, fifth wheel, or other recreational vehicle.
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Kiplinger Energy Outlook: Gas Prices Up on Middle East War
Economic Forecasts Filling up for late-summer road trips will be a little cheaper this year.
