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Investing
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Worthy Value Stocks to Consider NowValue stocks are super-cheap and can add some defense to your portfolio. We found some worthy names to consider now.
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9 Tax Surprises Retirees Don't See Coming Until It's Too LateMost of these tax surprises are avoidable, but many retirees aren't ready for the shift in how and when taxes show up in retirement. These strategies can help.
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How to Stop Second-Guessing Careful Financial DecisionsWhen financial choices never feel settled, the issue often isn't the plan itself, but how your priorities, emotions and mindset shape the way you stick with it.
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The Discipline You Can Apply to Your Portfolio to Save MoneyYou can help protect your retirement by focusing on the one factor you can control — the unexpected costs of investing. Here's what to consider.
By Matt Green, Investment Adviser Representative -
Nasdaq Falls 1,121 Points on Fear of an AI Bubble: Stock Market TodayThe tech-heavy index was weighed down by significant selling pressure in the wake of AI chipmaker Broadcom's disappointing guidance.
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Economic OutlooksKiplinger Housing Outlook: A Critical Turning Point in 2026The housing market is in the doldrums, but subtle shifts are finally on the way.
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The Kiplinger 25The Kiplinger 25: Our Favorite No-Load Mutual FundsThe Kiplinger 25 is a list of our top no-load mutual funds that have proven capable of weathering any storm.
By Nellie S. Huang
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Retirement
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Ready to Splurge in Retirement? Ask Yourself These 3 Questions FirstWant to spend your hard-won retirement savings but feel guilty about it? Don't. If you can answer these three questions, you have permission to splurge.
By Donna Fuscaldo -
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9 Tax Surprises Retirees Don't See Coming Until It's Too LateMost of these tax surprises are avoidable, but many retirees aren't ready for the shift in how and when taxes show up in retirement. These strategies can help.
By Kyle Hammerschmidt, Investment Adviser -
How to Stop Second-Guessing Careful Financial DecisionsWhen financial choices never feel settled, the issue often isn't the plan itself, but how your priorities, emotions and mindset shape the way you stick with it.
By Frank J. Legan -
The Discipline You Can Apply to Your Portfolio to Save MoneyYou can help protect your retirement by focusing on the one factor you can control — the unexpected costs of investing. Here's what to consider.
By Matt Green, Investment Adviser Representative -
50 Digital Tools to Make Extra Cash in RetirementCheck out 50 tools and apps to help you jumpstart your retirement side hustle with confidence.
By Kathryn Pomroy -
World Cup Soccer Quotes to Live By: The Shared Life Philosophy of Messi and RonaldoBeyond their iconic pitch rivalry, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo share a surprisingly similar outlook on life. Here are 10 quotes that define their legendary careers.
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How to Protect Family Wealth By Letting Your Kids Mess UpDon't put off money conversations with your heirs. Financial education needs to start early, with hands-on opportunities to learn and make mistakes.
By Alvina Lo
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Meet Kiplinger's experts
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Alexandra SvokosDigital Managing Editor
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Karee VenemaSenior Investing Editor
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Kelley R. TaylorSenior Tax Editor
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Alexandra TwinSenior Retirement Editor
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David DittmanInvesting Editor
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Ellen KennedyRetirement Editor
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Carla AyersPersonal Finance Editor
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Donna LeValleyRetirement Writer
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Kate SchubelTax Writer
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Sean JacksonPersonal Finance Writer
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Donna FuscaldoRetirement Writer
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Rachael GreenPersonal Finance Writer
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Ben DemersAudience Engagement Manager
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Dan BurrowsSenior Investing Writer
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Taxes
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9 Tax Surprises Retirees Don't See Coming Until It's Too LateMost of these tax surprises are avoidable, but many retirees aren't ready for the shift in how and when taxes show up in retirement. These strategies can help.
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Tax CreditsIRS Reveals New 2026 Child Tax Credit and other Family Credit AmountsKey family tax breaks are higher for 2026, including the Earned Income Tax Credit and the Adoption Credit. Here's what they're worth.
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Tax DeadlinesWhen Are Estimated Tax Payments Due in 2026?You make quarterly estimated tax payments to the IRS if you are self-employed or don’t have taxes withheld from your income for other reasons.
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Ask the EditorAsk the Tax Editor: Tax Rules for LandlordsIn this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers tax questions for landlords who own residential rental property.
By Joy Taylor
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Personal Finance
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Ready to Splurge in Retirement? Ask Yourself These 3 Questions FirstWant to spend your hard-won retirement savings but feel guilty about it? Don't. If you can answer these three questions, you have permission to splurge.
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Your Alma Mater Wants to Sell You Insurance. Should You Buy It?From life insurance to auto coverage, alumni programs offer another way to shop — but not always the cheapest one.
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Why This Millionaire at 53 Credits Warren Buffett for His Success"I feel like I got a lot better at investing when I started listening to Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger."
By Joyce Lamb -
How Much Should You Save in An Emergency Fund?We'll show you how much to save in an emergency fund and strategies to help you reach your goals.
By Sean Jackson -
50 Digital Tools to Make Extra Cash in RetirementCheck out 50 tools and apps to help you jumpstart your retirement side hustle with confidence.
By Kathryn Pomroy -
Smart Buying10 Worst Things to Buy at CostcoCostco gets big ups from shoppers and shopping experts alike for its high-quality products and low prices. However, it's not always the wisest choice to buy these products in bulk.
By Bob Niedt
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Real Estate
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10 Cities With the Cheapest Groceries in the USIf you live in one of these 10 cities, you're paying less than the rest of the country to keep your fridge stocked.
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10 Cities Where Grocery Prices Are Highest in 2026Residents in these 10 cities pay up to 36% more than the rest of the country to keep food on the table.
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Economic OutlooksKiplinger Housing Outlook: A Critical Turning Point in 2026The housing market is in the doldrums, but subtle shifts are finally on the way.
By Rodrigo Sermeño -
Ask the EditorAsk the Tax Editor: Tax Rules for LandlordsIn this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers tax questions for landlords who own residential rental property.
By Joy Taylor
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Travel
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credit cardsThe Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards for YouPack 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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Credit Cards With No Foreign Transaction FeesEnjoy traveling abroad? Find a credit card with no foreign transaction fees, or your spending could add up to a big chunk of change.
By Sean Jackson -
Best Airline Credit Card Bonuses That Come with Free Companion TicketsWe’ve rounded up the two best airline credit card bonuses worth up to $720 to help you rack up miles, earn a companion pass and pay for your next big vacation.
By Sean Jackson -
Cruise Insurance and Crime at Sea: Are You Covered for the Unexpected?Learn what cruise insurance covers including medical issues, theft, trip delays and whether it protects against piracy or crime at sea.
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When the World Is Your Retirement HomeGlobal nomads leave everything behind to wander the continents.
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You Survived 'Maycember.' Here are 8 Ways to CelebrateParents spend May juggling packed calendars, emotional labor and rising costs. Here are a few worthwhile ways to finally splurge on themselves this summer.
By Choncé Maddox
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Economic Forecasts
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Economic OutlooksKiplinger Housing Outlook: A Critical Turning Point in 2026The housing market is in the doldrums, but subtle shifts are finally on the way.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Energy Outlook: Drivers Face Painful Gas PricesPrices at the pump are coming down, but not enough to make drivers feel much relief.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Jobs Outlook: Is The Jan. Jump in Jobs a One-Off?Kiplinger's monthly jobs round-up covers the latest changes in the labor market, from job gains to wage fluctuations.
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Kiplinger ForecastsKiplinger GDP Outlook: No Recession, But Low Economic GrowthIn the latest Kiplinger GDP forecast, we expect modest-to-moderate growth in the second half of 2025 and through 2026.
By David Payne -
ForecastsExports have held up reasonably well despite tariff disputesKiplinger's latest forecast on trade: U.S. exports, imports and our net trade deficit.
By Rodrigo Sermeño -
ForecastsKiplinger Interest Rates Outlook: Fed Pauses Rates CutsThe Fed suggests that it is not likely to cut rates further unless the jobs market weakens more.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Retail Outlook: Consumers Spend Freely, for NowLow savings rates and higher gasoline costs imply a slowdown in spending at some point.
By David Payne
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50 Digital Tools to Make Extra Cash in RetirementCheck out 50 tools and apps to help you jumpstart your retirement side hustle with confidence.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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The Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards for Youcredit 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.
By Sean Jackson
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Credit Cards With No Foreign Transaction FeesEnjoy traveling abroad? Find a credit card with no foreign transaction fees, or your spending could add up to a big chunk of change.
By Sean Jackson
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Best Airline Credit Card Bonuses That Come with Free Companion TicketsWe’ve rounded up the two best airline credit card bonuses worth up to $720 to help you rack up miles, earn a companion pass and pay for your next big vacation.
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You Might Get to Vote on Who OKs Your Insurance HikesCheck the record of your state's insurance commissioner and then vote in their next election (or on the governor, depending on how your commissioner is chosen).
By Karl Susman, CPCU, LUTCF, CIC, CSFP, CFS, CPIA, AAI-M, PLCS
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Sorry, Business Owners: Golf Cannot Be Your Sole Purpose in RetirementAfter a lifetime running a business, spending hours on the golf course, or any other hobby, sounds like a dream retirement. In reality, boredom will soon set in.
By Scott Snider



