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5 Assets You Should Hold Onto in Retirement (Even If You Need the Cash)Sitting on little gold mines? It's natural to want to cash out when you retire. Here’s why you may not want to.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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USAA Giving Out $1 Billion in Refund Checks and Discounts: Are You Getting One?Florida drivers could soon see discounted premiums and cash refunds from USAA. Here's what you need to know.
By Rachael Green
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The Average IRA Balance by Age and Generation in 2026Thanks to record contributions, the average IRA account balance is up nearly 8% over the past year despite market volatility that drove balances down in the first quarter of 2026.
By Adam Shell
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Tax Benefits of Hiring Your Kids Plus IRS Rules to FollowTax Breaks Hiring your child can potentially lower your tax bill and help kids develop skills, but there are some rules you need to know — and follow.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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May CPI Shows Inflation Rose at Its Fastest Pace in 3 YearsThe May CPI report was released Wednesday morning. Here's what the inflation data shows.
By Karee Venema
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Invested in Index Funds? Here's What You Need to Know About Mega-Cap IPOsSpaceX and other mega-cap IPOs, such as Anthropic and OpenAI, could impact the makeup of your index funds — but not all portfolios will see an immediate impact.
By Kyle Woodley
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When a $1 Valet Tip Becomes $5: How to Manage Inflation StressInflation is having an impact on everything from valet tips to childcare. But updating your mental price list can help keep everyday costs under control.
By Feroz Ansari, CFP®
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7 Regrets for Retirees With a Pension and $1 Million-PlusIf you're lucky enough to have both a pension and a $1 million nest egg, your biggest threat isn't running out of money — it's not fully using what you have.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA®
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The Big Three IPOs: What Retirees Need to Know NowAs SpaceX, OpenAI and Anthropic head toward massive public listings, retirees should avoid the hype and focus on a disciplined, diversified financial plan.
By Scott Schwitzer
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Why Asset Allocation Needs to Be Customized in RetirementRetirement isn't just about playing it safe. It's about having a plan that manages taxes, protects cash flow and keeps your portfolio aligned with your goals.
By Mike Palmer, CFP®
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Legacy Planning for Moms: How to Protect Your Family From ChaosOrganizing your financial, digital and legal affairs and talking openly about your final wishes is one of the most loving gifts you can give your family.
By Stacy Francis, CFP®, CDFA®, CES™
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The Best Vanguard ETFs to BuyThe best Vanguard ETFs all feature rock-bottom fees, large asset bases and long trading histories. Here are a few of our favorites.
By Jeff Reeves
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Estate Planning Quiz: Can You Decode These 10 Critical Terms?Quiz Take this quick quiz to test your knowledge of the essential legal and financial vocabulary required to protect your assets and your family.
By Donna LeValley
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7 Warren Buffett Quotes Every Retiree Should Live ByThe 'Oracle of Omaha' knows a thing or two about life, investing and retirement.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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The Sequence of Returns Risk Could Shrink Your Retirement Nest EggThis little-known risk of a down market can damage your portfolio. Here's how to prevent it.
By Adam Shell
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You May Not Want to Downsize in Retirement: Here's WhyYour financial planner may urge you to downsize in retirement. Your kids may even pressure you. But be sure it's right for you before you make a move.
By Maurie Backman
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All 30 Dow Jones Stocks Ranked: Buy, Sell or Hold?blue chip stocks Nvidia, Visa and Microsoft lead the list of Wall Street's top Dow Jones stocks to buy now. Some other names might surprise you.
By Dan Burrows
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How to Manage Your Qualified Dividends in 2026You're never going to avoid paying taxes completely, but knowing how to manage your dividend income can help reduce what you pay to Uncle Sam each year.
By Charles Lewis Sizemore, CFA
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Best Dividend Kings for Decades of Dividend Growthdividend stocks Dividend Kings are the crème de la crème of dividend growers and should be top of mind for any investor who puts income stability above all else.
By Jeff Reeves
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What's Next for Apple with a New CEOAfter CEO Tim Cook's dream run, his successor has a tough, megasize act to follow.
By David Milstead
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Lost Your Spark? 6 Ways to Break Out of a Retirement FunkIt's common for retirees to struggle with mental health and the "blahs." Here are six ways you can break free, according to the experts.
By Maurie Backman
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Parent PLUS Caps Just Changed the Math on Paying for CollegeFor years, Parent PLUS filled whatever tuition gap was left over. Starting July 1, it comes with a hard ceiling. What should families do now?
By Sravani Atluri
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Why High-Net-Worth Individuals Are Securing Golden VisasGolden Visas can help protect wealth, family and business operations by establishing a reliable backup residency and, often, a path to dual citizenship.
By Jonathan Ralph
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Are This Company's Ads for Push-to-Talk Devices Misleading?These radios are marketed as independent, unlimited-range walkie-talkies, but they actually require an LTE tower — the company's website even notes that.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq.
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Can a Gold IRA or ETF Counter Sticky Inflation in Your Retirement Portfolio?Gold is soaring. Here's how to add a gold IRA or ETF to your portfolio in order to hedge against inflation and volatility. But retirees should tread carefully.
By Javier Simon
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Iran and the Global Oil Industry: A Kiplinger Special ReportThe Kiplinger Letter Even after the war ends, oil producers and importers will be racing to lessen their reliance on oil shipments through the Persian Gulf.
By Jim Patterson
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Why Dave Ramsey Says Retiring at This Particular Age Is a Big MistakeSixty-two is the average retirement age in America, but Dave Ramsey explains to Kiplinger why leaving the workforce early could harm your financial security.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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The Average 401(k) Balance by Age and Generation in 2026How did your 401(k) balance and savings rate rank vs savers your age in the first quarter of 2026? Learn the keys to building a retirement account that will last a lifetime.
By Adam Shell
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When Is Prime Day 2026?Amazon Prime Amazon Prime Day is almost here. Learn when the sale starts, who can shop and how to avoid overpaying.
By Rachael Green
