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What Set Warren Buffett Apart
As Warren Buffett prepares for retirement, we reflect on what we've learned from his 60 years of leadership at Berkshire Hathaway.
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Asset-Rich But Cash-Poor? A Wealth Adviser's Guide to Helping Solve the Liquidity Crunch for Affluent Families
Many high-net-worth families experience financial stress because of a lack of immediate access to their assets. Liquidity planning aims to bridge the gap between long-term goals and short-term needs and avoid financial pitfalls.
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Social Security Planning Strategies and Challenges as It Hits Its 90th Year: A Financial Adviser's Guide
Longer life expectancies and changing demographics put extra pressure on the program, making it crucial for future retirees to understand its evolution, common myths and how to strategically plan for their benefits.
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Best High-Yield ETFs to Buy Now
These high-yield ETFs screen for stocks paying outsized yields. Here's how to evaluate which one is best for your portfolio.
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Kiplinger Inflation Outlook: The Fed’s Quandary
Economic Forecasts Will the modest rise in services inflation prevent the Federal Reserve from cutting interest rates at its next meeting?
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Should You Retire Now or Work Five More Years?
How to decide if an extra five years is worth it.
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How Much Will Social Security's 2033 Shortfall Cost You?
The Social Security trust fund will be insolvent in 2033 and by 2035 will have to reduce benefits by 23%. Here is now much more you need to save to cover the potential shortfall.
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Inherited IRA Rules: How to Avoid a Tax Trap
Don't get hit with a big tax bill thanks to an inherited IRA. Learn the rules and save.
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20 Secrets to Shopping at Costco
Smart Buying Get the most out of your Costco membership by taking advantage of lesser-known perks and hidden deals.
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2026 Social Security COLA July Projection Rises
In October, the SSA will reveal the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) that will apply to Social Security benefits next year. The COLA is an increase designed to help Social Security payments keep up with inflation.
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The Average Retirement Savings by Age: Are You Keeping Up?
Think you may have more retirement savings than your peers? Here's your answer.
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Average Health Care Costs by Age and State: Can You Afford It?
Expect to pay more as you age and in some locations. We've got solutions for how to cover these costs, which can exceed $1,000 per month in your 60s.
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How the 2025 Child Tax Credit Rules Impact Single Parents
Tax Credits New changes to family tax credits, like the Child Tax Credit, will impact the eligibility of some households.
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Five Social Security Myths That Can Cost You Thousands
Before you collect Social Security benefits, make sure you don't believe any of these falsehoods.
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The Fall Garden Tax? What to Plant and How to Prepare
Tax Tips Fall gardening could increase your taxes this season. Here’s what to know while planting in 2025.
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IRS Income Tax Refund Schedule 2025: When Will Your Refund Arrive?
Tax Refunds Where is your IRS tax refund? Well, it may be arriving sooner than you think.
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Ten States With the Highest Sales Taxes
State Tax These states have the highest sales tax rates in the U.S., but do they really? Learn what taxes look like before you shop.
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States That Won't Tax Your Retirement Income in 2025
Retirement Taxes Several states don’t tax Social Security benefits, 401(k)s, IRAs, and pensions. But you may still have to pay state taxes on some incomes.
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I missed the 2-Year IRMAA Rule. Now, my Medicare costs are skyrocketing. What are my options?
A spike in income could result in costly IRMAA charges on your Medicare premiums. We ask financial planning experts for advice.
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How to Build Your Financial Legacy Three Piggy Banks at a Time
A wealth adviser shares a childhood saving technique that taught him lessons of stewardship, generosity and responsibility and helped him answer the question we all need to answer to define our lives by impact rather than greed: 'What is this all for?'
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Which of These Four Withdrawal Strategies Is Right for You?
Your retirement savings may need to last 30 years or more, so don't pick a withdrawal strategy without considering all the options. Here are four to explore.
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The Best Infrastructure ETFs to Buy
ETFs Infrastructure assets generate stable cash flows and provide inflation protection. Retail investors can get efficient exposure through infrastructure ETFs.
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The Average Social Security Check by Age
Compare your average Social Security check with others of your age, and plan for the future.
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The Average Social Security Check in Every State
Do you live in this New England state with the heftiest check? Your Social Security benefit can be affected by where you live.
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The Average Monthly Social Security Check: July 2025
The average monthly Social Security check amount might surprise you. Here's a look at the numbers and why they matter.
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The Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards for You
credit cards Pack your bags and earn rewards for traveling. We chose the best cards for airline, hotel and other perks to help you save money.
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Don't Be a '98 Pound Weakling' Just Because You're Aging
Charles Atlas's tips to the '98-pound weakling' might be the only comic book ads that actually paid off. Swap the X-ray glasses for this healthy habit.
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DST Exit Strategies: An Expert Guide to What Happens When the Trust Sells
Understanding the endgame: How Delaware statutory trust dispositions work, what investors can expect and why the exit is probably more important than the entrance.
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Think Selling Your Home 'As Is' Means You'll Have No Worries? Think Again
There are significant risks and legal obligations involved in selling a home 'as is' and by yourself, without a real estate agent.
