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My First $1 Million: Early Retiree, 57, Western North Carolina
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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Blue Collar Workers Add AI to Their Toolboxes
The Kiplinger Letter AI can’t fix a leak or install lighting, but more and more tradespeople are adopting artificial intelligence for back-office work and other tasks.
By John Miley Published
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A Cruiser’s Guide to Carnival’s Revamped Rewards Program
With Carnival launching a revamped dual‑earning loyalty program in June 2026, learn how to rack up points and tier status more strategically — aboard and ashore.
By Choncé Maddox Published
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Best CD Rates — A Risk-Free Way to Save
Savings Watch your money grow effortlessly with a CD. Here are our top picks.
By Sean Jackson Last updated
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How to Find the Best Jumbo CD Rates
Jumbo CDs come with excellent rates. You'll invest a lot for a short time and earn more in the process.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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How to Shop Smarter as Tariffs Drive Up Prices in 2025
Tariff fatigue is real. Here’s how to save as prices rise and uncertainty grows.
By Paige Cerulli Published
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10 Worst Things to Buy on Amazon
spending It's not always cheaper on Amazon, and it's definitely not always worth it. Here are 10 things you shouldn't buy on Amazon.
By Andrea Browne Taylor Last updated
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8 Family Vacation Ideas for Any Budget
Travel Discover the best family-friendly camping, cruises, tropical adventures and more great family vacation ideas.
By Rachael Green Last updated
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Divorce and Your Home: An Expert's Guide to Avoiding a Tax Bomb
Your home is probably your biggest asset, so if you're getting a divorce, the stakes are high. Keep it? Sell it? You need to have a good plan in place for how to handle it.
By Stacy Francis, CFP®, CDFA®, CES™ Published