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Election 2008: More States in Play
The electoral map is getting blurred as McCain and Obama deal with changing demographics and a surge in voter registration.
Election 2008: More States in Play
VIDEO: Election 2008 -- Let's Go to the Map
PLUS: More Jobs to Be Lost
WE RECOMMEND: Restrain Health Costs, Not Workers
 
STARTING OUT
The Quarter-Life Retirement Plan
You're in your twenties and you just started working. But it's never too early to dream about when you can quit -- for good. Here's your guide to making it happen.
The Quarter-Life Retirement Plan
STOCK WATCH: Profits, Aisle 4
MONEY-SMART KIDS: Parenting With a Financial Focus
ASK KIM: The Lowdown on the Thrift Savings Plan
 


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Great Ways to Use That Rebate Check
See more than 10 smart ideas to maximize the benefits of your stimulus check -- whether you intend to help boost the nation's economy or apply it toward your personal economy.
PLUS: Shop for Bargains | 30 Best Travel Sites | Our Best Eco-Friendly Shopping Guide
Funds for All Seasons
These stock funds have served investors well over the bust-and-boom market cycle of the past eight years. Editor Fred Frailey says they're worth a look.
PLUS: Stock Finder | Fund Finder | Kiplinger 25 Center | Mutual Fund Center
Your Financial Toolkit
We tell you how to tackle 36 sticky tasks -- from tracking your spending to fixing a mistake in your credit report -- in five easy steps or less.
The New Kiplinger 25
See our picks for the best no-load mutual funds, and benefit from updates and insights on our favorite funds all year long.
The New Kiplinger 25
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  PLUS: Best Values in Colleges Center
  AND: Visit Our Mutual Fund Center
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  60TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL: The 40+ Life
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Save Money on Transportation
No doubt getting around can be a huge budget buster. Here are ten tips to help cut your costs
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These ten places score big for lower living costs, strong economic growth and plenty of fun things to do.

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