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The Average 401(k) Balance by Age
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18 States With 'Death Taxes'
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The Kiplinger 25: Our Favorite No-Load Mutual Funds
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How Charitable Donations Can Reduce Your Taxes
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Investing
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Year-End Retirement Tax Planning Actions if You Have $1 Million or More
Consider implementing these four strategies before December 31 to potentially improve your tax situation for this year and the future.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC® Published
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Five Simple Strategies to Ensure a Happy Retirement
Employer retirement plans are great, but individual responsibility plays a huge role in retirement success. Here's how to empower yourself.
By Romi Savova Published
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25 Financial Moves to Consider Before December 31
Tidying up your financial house before the New Year kicks off will put you in a great position to have a financially satisfying and successful 2025.
By Jonathan I. Shenkman, AIF® Published
Personal Finance
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25 Financial Moves to Consider Before December 31
Tidying up your financial house before the New Year kicks off will put you in a great position to have a financially satisfying and successful 2025.
By Jonathan I. Shenkman, AIF® Published
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Five Side Hustles You Could Turn Into a Full-Time Business
You might be able to capitalize on your expertise in ways you haven't thought of, possibly even leading to quitting your 9-to-5 job to do what you love.
By Anthony Martin Published
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Kiplinger Jobs Outlook: Labor Market Strength Surprises
Economic Forecasts Strong job growth in September and revisions to July and August indicate the labor market’s weakness was overstated.
By David Payne Last updated
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Taxes
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25 Financial Moves to Consider Before December 31
Tidying up your financial house before the New Year kicks off will put you in a great position to have a financially satisfying and successful 2025.
By Jonathan I. Shenkman, AIF® Published
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IRS Could Lose Another $20 Billion in Funding
IRS A mistake in legislative language could soon risk the tax agency's Inflation Reduction Act funding.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Published
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What's the 2024 Standard Deduction?
Tax Breaks Most people claim the standard deduction on their federal tax return instead of itemizing deductions. How much can you claim?
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
Kiplinger Advisor Collective
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Tax-Efficient Planning That Provides Potential Tax-Free Income
These long-term strategies may provide tax-free income year after year.
By Mario Hernandez Published
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Nine Expert Tips for Becoming a Successful Financial Adviser
Be someone your clients can trust and learn to lean on for some of their most personal decisions.
By Kiplinger Advisor Collective Published
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Why Thoughtful AI Adoption Is the Future of Investment Decision-Making
Taking a proactive approach to AI in investing can lead to more responsible and positive outcomes.
By Dr. Clemen Chiang Published
Retirement
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Five Simple Strategies to Ensure a Happy Retirement
Employer retirement plans are great, but individual responsibility plays a huge role in retirement success. Here's how to empower yourself.
By Romi Savova Published
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Retire Abroad Before 55: Eight Expert Tips
Can't afford early retirement in the U.S.? You really can retire abroad before 55 if you plan carefully. The strong dollar helps, but consider your long-term strategy.
By Jacob Schroeder Published
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The Rule of $1,000: Is This Retirement Rule Right for You?
The rule of $1,000 a month can estimate how much you need to save for retirement. But it assumes an aggressive withdrawal rate.
By Adam Shell Published
Real Estate
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13 Practical Strategies for Making Homeownership a Reality
If your dream of homeownership feels out of reach, these expert-recommended tips can bring you closer to realizing your goal.
By Kiplinger Advisor Collective Published
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How to Reduce Your Property Tax
Property Tax Homeowners cannot avoid property taxes, but there are strategies to potentially decrease your bill.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Should You Help Your Adult Children Buy a Home?
Instead of passing on an inheritance, giving your children cash to buy a home can be a smart move — as long as you’re not jeopardizing your own retirement.
By Ann Marie Etergino, CIMA® Published
Economic Forecasts
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Kiplinger Trade Outlook: Trade Gap Narrows Sharply in October
Forecasts Kiplinger's latest forecast on trade: U.S. exports, imports and our net trade deficit.
By Rodrigo Sermeño Last updated
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Kiplinger Housing Outlook: Existing Home Sales Fall Again
Economic Outlooks Home prices keep rising, but the rate of increase continues to slow.
By Rodrigo Sermeño Last updated
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Don't Sleep on Japan's Economic Transformation
The Letter After almost three lost decades, Japan — one of the world's biggest economies — is finally showing signs of life.
By Rodrigo Sermeño Published
The Letter
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The Strange Gap Between Busy and Bored in Retirement
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Could the AMT (Alternative Minimum Tax) Be Back Again?
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