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The $425 Million Capital One 360 Savings Settlement: Who’s Getting a Payout and What Happened?
Capital One agreed to a $425 million settlement over its 360 Savings account interest rates. Here’s what you need to know.
By Rachael Green Last updated
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Five Ways to Maintain Charitable Giving During Volatile Times: A Giver's Guide
When the economic outlook is uncertain, charitable giving is even more important — and impactful. You can be strategic by using donor-advised funds, diversifying assets and prioritizing unrestricted gifts.
By Mark Froehlich, CPA, MBA Published
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Plan for Higher Health Care Costs in 2026: Projected Medicare Part B and Part D Premiums
In 2026, Medicare participants will pay more for their health care. Part B costs are expected to rise more than 10%. Here's what you can do.
By Donna LeValley Published
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I Planned to Travel in Retirement, but the Weak Dollar is Making a European Vacation Harder to Afford. What Can I Do?
Travel pros explain how you can afford a European vacation in retirement, despite a weak dollar.
By Maurie Backman Published
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My First $1 Million: Retired Accounting Firm Partner, 62, Greater Boston Area
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 Published
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Japan Tariffs: 5 Things That Might Get More Expensive for You
President Donald Trump's trade agreement with Japan features a 15% reciprocal tariff for all imported products, which could impact the prices of these items when you go shopping.
By Sean Jackson Published
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I'm a Financial Adviser: This Is How You Can Save for Big Goals Even if You Feel Like You're Barely Getting By
Learning good financial habits — building an emergency fund, paying down debt, saving consistently — gives you flexibility, options and a path to security.
By Anthony Martin Published
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Kiplinger Jobs Outlook: Labor Market Strength Surprises
Economic Forecasts Strong job growth in September and revisions to July and August indicate the labor market’s weakness was overstated.
By David Payne Last updated
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Kiplinger Interest Rates Outlook
Forecasts Long-term rates have stair-stepped down, and odds of a cut in short-term rates just rose with a poor jobs report.
By David Payne Last updated
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