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What You Will Pay for Medicare in 2026
Medicare premiums for 2026, as well as the costs of Parts A, B, and D, have increased. Here is how much you'll pay in 2026.
By Donna LeValley
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Best Money Market Accounts — January 2026
Savings Money market accounts deliver checking account flexibility while helping you earn up to 4.10% APY.
By Sean Jackson
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Best 5-Year CD Rates
The top 5-year CD rates offer up to 4.00%, surpassing inflation and helping to reach long-term savings goals.
By Sean Jackson
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The Best 3-Year CDs of 2026
Savings Achieve your savings goals and outpace inflation with our top 3-year CDs picks.
By Sean Jackson
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See Our Best Jumbo CD Rates
The best jumbo CD rates can yield returns of up to 4.35%. See our top choices.
By Sean Jackson
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7 Rental Car Fees to Avoid
Rental car fees add up. You could pay double the daily rate unless you just say no at the counter.
By Daniel Bortz
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Is Your Emergency Fund Running Low? Here's How to Bulk It Up
If you're struggling right now, you're not alone. Here's how you can identify financial issues, implement a budget and prioritize rebuilding your emergency fund.
By Bruce Maginn, Principal
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My First $1 Million: Semiretired CPA, 68, San Francisco
Ever wonder how someone who's made a million dollars or more did it? Kiplinger's My First $1 Million series uncovers the answers.
By Joyce Lamb
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7 Risks Your Retirement Plan Should Address
Your retirement needs to be able to withstand several major threats, including inflation, longevity, long-term care costs, market swings and more.
By Erick Arnett
