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Investing
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How to Trade Futures
Futures allow investors and traders to hedge positions or to speculate on price action. Let's look at how to trade futures and why you might want to do it.
By Will Ashworth Last updated
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Stock Market Today: Stocks Swing Lower as Inflation Fears Rise
The latest consumer sentiment data showed near-term inflation expectations rose to their highest level since November 2023.
By Karee Venema Published
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Are You Using Dividend Investing Right?
Dividend investing is a profitable and proven method to generate solid long-term returns. But investors must be tactical when choosing the best dividend stocks.
By Mark R. Hake, CFA Last updated
Personal Finance
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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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January Jobs Report Keeps Rates on Pause: What the Experts Are Saying
Jobs Report Solid labor market conditions point to the Fed maintaining a cautious stance on borrowing costs.
By Dan Burrows Published
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How a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) Works
You can use home equity to pay off high-interest debt or improve your home, but it’s important to understand the risks.
By Emma Patch Last updated
Meet Kiplinger's Experts
Taxes
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Trump Buyout Offer Paused Before Deadline: What It Means for You Now
Law & Politics The federal deferred resignation program accepted by thousands of workers continues to cause confusion and concern. Now the courts are involved.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Seven Overlooked Tax Deductions for the Self-Employed
Tax Breaks If you've recently gone into business for yourself, don't miss these sometimes overlooked credits and tax deductions for the self-employed.
By Kevin McCormally Last updated
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Will the SALT Deduction Cap Be Repealed or Raised in 2025?
Tax Deductions Some lawmakers say it’s time to end or increase the $10,000 cap on state and local tax deductions and President Trump seems to agree.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
Kiplinger Advisor Collective
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Prepare Your Family for the Financial and Legal Aftermath of Your Death
Taking these steps now can help ensure your family isn't overwhelmed with uncertainty later on.
By Kiplinger Advisor Collective Published
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How Apps Are Impacting Traditional Banking
The future of banking will emerge as a hybrid model that marries traditional and innovative digital services.
By Clay Bethune Published
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Contingency Planning for Your Personal Budget: Why It Matters and How to Do It Right
Contingency planning is about creating a financial safety net. It's a proactive approach to managing unexpected expenses, ensuring you're not caught off guard.
By Stephen Nalley Published
Retirement
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Trump Buyouts On Hold For Now. If You're Near Retirement, Should You Take One?
President Trump's buyout offer to government workers is on hold for now. If you are on the receiving end of a buyout and close to retirement, here’s what to consider.
By Donna Fuscaldo Last updated
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Are 60/40 Portfolios Still Relevant Today?
As a general statement, if you believe in the U.S. economy and government, the 60/40 allocation should work well for most people.
By Zain Jaffer Published
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Prepare Your Family for the Financial and Legal Aftermath of Your Death
Taking these steps now can help ensure your family isn't overwhelmed with uncertainty later on.
By Kiplinger Advisor Collective Published
Real Estate
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How a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) Works
You can use home equity to pay off high-interest debt or improve your home, but it’s important to understand the risks.
By Emma Patch Last updated
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Listed: 2 Luxury Ski Town Homes in Colorado
Luxury homes on the market in Telluride and Steamboat Springs, Colorado.
By Alexandra Svokos Published
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Five Strategies to Defer Capital Gains in Real Estate Investing
These powerful strategies, from timing your sales during low-income years to leveraging qualified opportunity zones, can defer capital gains taxes on your real estate investments.
By Daniel Goodwin Published
Economic Forecasts
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Kiplinger Trade Outlook: New Tariffs Threaten to Widen US Trade Deficit
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 Interest Rates Outlook: The Fed Hits the Pause Button
Forecasts The Fed left rates unchanged in January, and likely won’t cut again until May or June.
By David Payne Last updated
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Another Down Year for Agriculture
The Kiplinger Letter Farmers brace for falling incomes, widening trade deficits
By Matthew Housiaux Published
The Kiplinger Letter
More from Kiplinger
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Trump Buyout Offer Paused Before Deadline: What It Means for You Now
Law & Politics The federal deferred resignation program accepted by thousands of workers continues to cause confusion and concern. Now the courts are involved.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
Law & Politics -
Kiplinger Trade Outlook: New Tariffs Threaten to Widen US Trade Deficit
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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Are Tips Taxable in 2025? Understanding the IRS Rules
Taxable Income With all the recent talk about ending federal taxes on tips, some wonder whether tips are taxable income.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Published
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The Four Worst Mistakes to Make When Selling Your Business
From ignoring potential buyers to failing to consider what you'll do once you've stopped working, here are the key mistakes to avoid when selling a business.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® Published
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Kia Recalls 80,000 Vehicles Over Faulty Airbags, Seatbelts
Kia recalls more than 80,000 of its electric and hybrid models over improper seat belt and air bag deployment.
By Keerthi Vedantam Last updated
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Listed: 2 Luxury Ski Town Homes in Colorado
Luxury homes on the market in Telluride and Steamboat Springs, Colorado.
By Alexandra Svokos Published