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Credit Score News Could Help First-Time Homebuyers
Lenders who sell mortgages to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac used to only be able to use FICO for loan qualification. Now there's VantageScore, owned by the three major credit bureaus.
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Smart Strategies for Paying Your Child an Allowance
By giving your kids money to spend and save, you’ll help them sharpen their financial skills at an early age.
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My First $1 Million: Retired Educator/Administrator, 67
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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The Best 3-Year CDs of 2025
Savings Achieve your savings goals and outpace inflation with our top 3-year CDs picks.
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More Than 1 Million Toyota, Lexus and Subaru Vehicles Recalled for Camera Issue. Is Your Vehicle Affected?
A software glitch in the Panoramic View Monitor system causes blank or frozen rear-camera images, triggering a massive recall of 2022-26 models.
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My Four Pieces of Advice for Women Anxious About Handling Money
Talking about money can help you take control of your finances.
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Did My $50,000 Starbucks Habit Ruin My Retirement Plan?
The real retirement cost may not be as devastating as it seems.
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Costco Gold Bars Keep Selling Out. Are They a Smart Investment?
How Costco's bullion program works, how to get the best deal and whether it makes sense for investors.
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Medigap vs Medicare Open Enrollment: What's the Difference?
Nearly 10,000 people in America turn 65 every day. Why is that significant? It signals Medicare eligibility and shines a light on Medicare supplement insurance, known as Medigap.
