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How Much Would a $50,000 HELOC Cost Per Month?
Thinking about tapping your home’s equity? Here’s what a $50,000 HELOC might cost you each month based on current rates.
By Paige Cerulli
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My First $1 Million: Self-Employed Trader, 50, 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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Waiting to Retire to Give to Charity? 3 Reasons to Do It Now
You could wait until retirement, but making charitable giving part of your financial plan now could be far more beneficial for you and the causes you support.
By Robert Gorman
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Are You Ghosting Your Finances? What to Do About Money Stress
Avoidance can make things worse. You can change your habits by starting small, talking with a family member or friend and being consistent and persistent.
By Tiffany Rosetti, BFA, CFP®
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When Is the Next Fed Meeting?
A softer labor market should be supportive of another rate cut at the next Fed meeting.
By Dan Burrows
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Your End of Year Insurance Coverage Review Checklist
Sponsored by Physicians Mutual
Stop paying for insurance you don't need and close coverage gaps you didn't know about with this year-end insurance review.
By Rachael Green
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When Is Travel Insurance Worth It?
travel insurance Know when you need travel insurance and when you can skip it.
By Emma Patch
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Best Money Market Accounts — December 2025
Savings A money market account helps you maximize returns and outpace inflation.
By Sean Jackson
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The Best High-Yield Savings Accounts of December 2025
Our high-yield savings account picks earn you rates as high as 4.35%, helping you outpace inflation and grow your savings quicker.
By Sean Jackson
