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Investing
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Stocks See First Back-to-Back Losses of 2026: Stock Market Today
Rising geopolitical worries and a continued sell off in financial stocks kept pressure on the main indexes on Wednesday.
By Karee Venema
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Best Blue-Chip Dividend Stocks to Buy for 2026 and Beyond
Wall Street's top-rated blue-chip dividend stocks are well-positioned to generate income and deliver outperformance.
By Dan Burrows
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Mutual Funds Reality Check: Are You Really Diversified?
You might be invested in multiple mutual funds, but they might be invested in the same stocks. Here’s how to go about fixing that.
By Daniel Sullivan
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dividend stocksBest Dividend Stocks to Buy for Dependable Dividend Growth
How do you find the best dividend stocks to buy? Income investors know there's no substitute for regular dividend increases over the long haul.
By Dan Burrows
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5 Key Points to Consider Before You Claim Social Security
The big decision every retiree has to make is when to start taking Social Security benefits. Here are five things to think about as you weigh your options.
By Brett Gottlieb, Investment Adviser Representative
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Investors Could Reap Millions With 2026's Shift in Tax Rules
Three major tax strategies will align in 2026, creating unique opportunities for real estate investors to significantly grow their wealth. Here's how it works.
By Daniel Goodwin
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When Can Tax Planning Be an Act of Love? This Family Found Out
How can you give stock worth millions to a loved one without giving them a huge capital gains tax bill? This family's financial adviser provided the answer.
By Stacy Francis, CFP®, CDFA®, CES™
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Retirement
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retirementNine Things You'll Spend Less on in Retirement
There are at least nine categories that you will spend less on in retirement years.
By Bob Niedt
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5 Key Points to Consider Before You Claim Social Security
The big decision every retiree has to make is when to start taking Social Security benefits. Here are five things to think about as you weigh your options.
By Brett Gottlieb, Investment Adviser Representative
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Social SecuritySocial Security Benefits and Your Taxes: 6 Things to Know for 2026
The Social Security COLA is just one aspect of your benefits that can impact your tax bill.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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How to Use Your Health Savings Account in Retirement
Strategic saving and investing of HSA funds during your working years can unlock the full potential of these accounts to cover healthcare costs and more in retirement.
By Donna LeValley
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Investors Could Reap Millions With 2026's Shift in Tax Rules
Three major tax strategies will align in 2026, creating unique opportunities for real estate investors to significantly grow their wealth. Here's how it works.
By Daniel Goodwin
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When Can Tax Planning Be an Act of Love? This Family Found Out
How can you give stock worth millions to a loved one without giving them a huge capital gains tax bill? This family's financial adviser provided the answer.
By Stacy Francis, CFP®, CDFA®, CES™
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Five Easy Ways to Jumpstart Retirement Planning
When it comes to saving for retirement, procrastinating is all too common. However, stalling for too long will hurt your financial security, especially in the long term. Here are five tips to break the cycle.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Meet Kiplinger's experts
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Alexandra Svokos
Digital Managing Editor
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Karee Venema
Senior Investing Editor
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Kelley R. Taylor
Senior Tax Editor
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Alexandra Twin
Senior Retirement Editor
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David Dittman
Investing Editor
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Ellen Kennedy
Retirement Editor
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Carla Ayers
Personal Finance Editor
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Donna LeValley
Retirement Writer
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Kate Schubel
Tax Writer
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Sean Jackson
Personal Finance Writer
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Donna Fuscaldo
Retirement Writer
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Rachael Green
Personal Finance Writer
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Ben Demers
Audience Engagement Manager
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Dan Burrows
Senior Investing Writer
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Taxes
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Tax DeadlinesWhen Do W-2s Arrive? 2026 Deadline and 'Big Beautiful Bill' Changes
Mark your calendar: Feb 2 is the big W-2 release date. Here’s the delivery scoop and what the Trump tax changes might mean for your taxes.
By Kate Schubel
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Tax ChangesState Tax Changes 2026: Is Your State Cutting Taxes This Year?
As a new year begins, taxpayers across the country are navigating a new round of state tax changes.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Capital Gains TaxCapital Gains Tax Rates 2025 and 2026: What You Need to Know
Navigating capital gains tax can be complex, but knowing the applicable tax rates and thresholds can help you plan your investments.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Social SecuritySocial Security Benefits and Your Taxes: 6 Things to Know for 2026
The Social Security COLA is just one aspect of your benefits that can impact your tax bill.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Personal Finance
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Countries That Will Pay You to Move: Cash Grants, Incentives and What to Know
Explore real relocation incentives — from cash grants and tax breaks to startup funding — that make moving abroad or to smaller towns more affordable and rewarding.
By Choncé Maddox
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Mortgage Protection Insurance: What It Covers and When It Makes Sense
How mortgage protection insurance works, what it costs, and when it’s actually useful in a financial plan.
By Paige Cerulli
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How to Use Your Health Savings Account in Retirement
Strategic saving and investing of HSA funds during your working years can unlock the full potential of these accounts to cover healthcare costs and more in retirement.
By Donna LeValley
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Employers Will Find the Best Person for the Job in an Escape Room
Escape rooms can give employers a better indication of job candidates' strengths than a standard interview. Here's how your company can get on board.
By Neale Godfrey, Financial Literacy Expert
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savingsHow Much You'll Earn on a Five-Year CD with $500
Discover how much you can earn by placing $500 in a long-term CD.
By Sean Jackson
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Pets7 Tips to Find Affordable Pet Insurance
Pet insurance can save you thousands on vet bills, but how do you save on pet insurance itself? Use these tips to get affordable pet insurance.
By Daniel Bortz
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Real Estate
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Investors Could Reap Millions With 2026's Shift in Tax Rules
Three major tax strategies will align in 2026, creating unique opportunities for real estate investors to significantly grow their wealth. Here's how it works.
By Daniel Goodwin
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What to Watch for When Refinancing Your Home Mortgage
A smart refinance can save you thousands, but only if you know how to avoid costly pitfalls, calculate true savings and choose the right loan for your goals.
By Paige Cerulli
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Builders Are Offering Big Mortgage Incentives — What Homebuyers Should Watch For
Builder credits and below-market mortgage rates can ease affordability pressures, but the savings often come with trade-offs buyers should understand before signing.
By Choncé Maddox
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Do Self-Storage REITs Deserve Space in Your Portfolio?
Self-storage is an overlooked area of the real estate market, even though demand is strong. Investors can get in on the action through a REIT.
By Michael Joseph, CFA
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Travel
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$100 Fee Turning Away Visitors from National Parks
Discover how the new $100 fee will impact your experience visiting 11 of America's most popular parks.
By Sean Jackson
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Countries That Will Pay You to Move: Cash Grants, Incentives and What to Know
Explore real relocation incentives — from cash grants and tax breaks to startup funding — that make moving abroad or to smaller towns more affordable and rewarding.
By Choncé Maddox
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The 10 Most Valuable Vacation Destinations for Retirees in 2026
From U.S. getaways to international escapes, these budget-friendly destinations offer retirees the perfect mix of rest, rejuvenation and just the right amount of excitement.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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How to Plan Your First Global Retirement Adventure in 2026
Retirement unlocks a thrilling (and slightly scary) new world of possibilities. Why not kick it off with an overseas journey — the ultimate way to step boldly into this exciting new chapter of your life?
By Kathryn Pomroy
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The 10 Best Splurge Destinations for Retirees in 2026
Come for the luxury vacation. Retire for the lifestyle (if the vacay goes well). What better way to test a location for retiring abroad?
By Drew Limsky
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How to Plan a Microvacation That Actually Feels Restful
How a simple long weekend can boost your mood, reduce stress and make winter feel shorter.
By Choncé Maddox
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Economic Forecasts
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Inflation Outlook: Inflation Looks to Stay Moderate for a While
Twelve-month inflation rates will decline in the next few months, but some of this decline will be illusory.
By David Payne
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Jobs Outlook: Hiring Continuing at Reduced Levels
Kiplinger's monthly jobs round-up covers the latest changes in the labor market, from job gains to wage fluctuations.
By David Payne
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The Kiplinger LetterThe Kiplinger Letter's 10 Forecasts for 2026
Here are some of the biggest events and trends in economics, politics and tech that will shape the new year.
By Letter Editors
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Kiplinger ForecastsKiplinger GDP Outlook: No Recession, But Low Economic Growth
In the latest Kiplinger GDP forecast, we expect modest-to-moderate growth in the second half of 2025 and through 2026.
By David Payne
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The Kiplinger LetterSpecial Report: The Future of American Politics
The Political Trends and Challenges that Will Define the Next Decade
By Matthew Housiaux
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Economic OutlooksKiplinger Housing Outlook: A Critical Turning Point in 2026
The housing market is in the doldrums, but subtle shifts are finally on the way.
By Rodrigo Sermeño
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ForecastsExports have held up reasonably well despite tariff disputes
Kiplinger's latest forecast on trade: U.S. exports, imports and our net trade deficit.
By Rodrigo Sermeño
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Countries That Will Pay You to Move: Cash Grants, Incentives and What to Know
Explore real relocation incentives — from cash grants and tax breaks to startup funding — that make moving abroad or to smaller towns more affordable and rewarding.
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Employers Will Find the Best Person for the Job in an Escape Room
Escape rooms can give employers a better indication of job candidates' strengths than a standard interview. Here's how your company can get on board.
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Kiplinger Inflation Outlook: Inflation Looks to Stay Moderate for a While
Economic Forecasts Twelve-month inflation rates will decline in the next few months, but some of this decline will be illusory.
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The December CPI Report Is Out. Here's What It Means for the Fed's Next Move
The December CPI report came in lighter than expected, but housing costs remain an overhang.
By Karee Venema
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Billed 12 Hours for a Few Seconds of Work: AI and Law Firms
The ability of AI to reduce the time required for certain legal tasks is exposing the legal profession's reliance on the billable hour.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq.
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The 10 Most Valuable Vacation Destinations for Retirees in 2026
From U.S. getaways to international escapes, these budget-friendly destinations offer retirees the perfect mix of rest, rejuvenation and just the right amount of excitement.
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