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stocksEarnings Calendar and Analysis for This WeekCheck out our earnings calendar for this week, as well as our previews and recaps of the more noteworthy reports.
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Economic OutlooksKiplinger Housing Outlook: May Sees Multifamily Building SpikeHigh mortgage rates, persistent affordability constraints and elevated input costs continue to plague the housing market.
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How to Find Financial Advice for Everyday PeopleIt can be hard to find professionals who provide comprehensive financial planning for average Americans. The Garrett Planning Network aims to change that.
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August CPI Keeps a September Rate Hike in Play: What to KnowThe August CPI report is the last inflation update the Fed will see before next week's policy meeting. Here's what economists are saying about the data.
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How Your Employer Could Help You Buy a HomeMore companies are looking at offering employees support for buying a home — including down payment assistance — as a workplace benefit.
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Financial Stocks Are Set Up for Success. Here are 5 Funds to ConsiderThe financial sector is hitting its stride on earnings growth and the potential for higher interest rates. These ETFs are poised to capitalize on the momentum.
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Where to Put Inherited MoneyReceiving an inheritance can change your financial picture overnight. Before you spend or invest it, here's how to decide where the money should go.
By Paige Cerulli
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Retirement
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Where to Put Inherited MoneyReceiving an inheritance can change your financial picture overnight. Before you spend or invest it, here's how to decide where the money should go.
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USPS Retirement Funding: What Postal Workers Need to KnowThe Postal Service has admitted it's running out of cash. Employees need to take charge of their benefit and retirement planning before their options narrow.
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MedicareWhat’s the Best Medigap Plan for You?The 10 Medigap plans offer different levels of benefits that pay for expenses, such as co-payments, not covered by original Medicare.
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Eight Things Medicare Doesn't CoverMedicare Part A and Part B leave gaps in your healthcare coverage. But Medicare Advantage has problems, too.
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RMDsAvoid Estimated Tax Payments in Retirement With RMD WithholdingIf you don't need the money to live on, wait until December to take your RMD, and ask the sponsor to withhold a big chunk for the IRS.
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Retirement Tax5 Little-Known Senior Property Tax Breaks in 2026These lesser-known senior programs can deliver key property tax savings — if you know where to look.
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It's Time to Check and Update Your BeneficiariesOutdated beneficiary designations can disrupt your estate plan. Learn which accounts to review, when to update beneficiaries and why it matters.
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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 SchubelSenior Tax 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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PoliticsTrump $5,000 Dividend and $500 ACA Rebate Checks: What to Know About the Latest PromisesPresident Trump is talking a lot lately about sending checks to American taxpayers.
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Ask the EditorAsk the Editor: How Long to Keep Tax Returns and MoreOur Kiplinger Tax Letter Editor answers readers' questions, including one on how long taxpayers should keep tax returns and other records.
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RMDsAvoid Estimated Tax Payments in Retirement With RMD WithholdingIf you don't need the money to live on, wait until December to take your RMD, and ask the sponsor to withhold a big chunk for the IRS.
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Retirement Tax5 Little-Known Senior Property Tax Breaks in 2026These lesser-known senior programs can deliver key property tax savings — if you know where to look.
By Kate Schubel
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Personal Finance
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Economic OutlooksKiplinger Housing Outlook: May Sees Multifamily Building SpikeHigh mortgage rates, persistent affordability constraints and elevated input costs continue to plague the housing market.
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August CPI Keeps a September Rate Hike in Play: What to KnowThe August CPI report is the last inflation update the Fed will see before next week's policy meeting. Here's what economists are saying about the data.
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Where to Put Inherited MoneyReceiving an inheritance can change your financial picture overnight. Before you spend or invest it, here's how to decide where the money should go.
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TravelDo I Still Need Travel Insurance If I Have Coverage Through a Credit Card?Many credit cards offer travel insurance as a perk, but is the coverage comprehensive enough to skip buying a separate policy?
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8 Surprising Things Home Insurance Doesn't CoverYour home insurance protects you from a lot, but not from these eight common threats.
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Is Mechanical Breakdown Insurance Better Than an Extended Car Warranty?More insurers are starting to offer mechanical breakdown insurance to new car owners. What is it and should you buy it?
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Real Estate
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Economic OutlooksKiplinger Housing Outlook: May Sees Multifamily Building SpikeHigh mortgage rates, persistent affordability constraints and elevated input costs continue to plague the housing market.
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How Your Employer Could Help You Buy a HomeMore companies are looking at offering employees support for buying a home — including down payment assistance — as a workplace benefit.
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How the Energy Crisis Is Changing Real Estate InvestingFrom strategic 1031 exchanges to 100% bonus depreciation and Opportunity Funds, this is how savvy investors are turning global turbulence into long-term wealth.
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Before You Leave Your Home to Your Children, Ask These QuestionsBefore leaving your home to your children, ask these questions about costs, taxes, sibling dynamics and what your children actually want.
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Travel
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TravelDo I Still Need Travel Insurance If I Have Coverage Through a Credit Card?Many credit cards offer travel insurance as a perk, but is the coverage comprehensive enough to skip buying a separate policy?
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Hilton Honors Bonus Offer Worth $780Earn 130,000 Hilton Honors bonus points plus a free night with the American Express Surpass Card.
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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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Capital One Venture Rewards: Is the $95 Card Worth It?Capital One Venture Rewards offers flexible miles, travel perks and simple rewards. See what you get for the $95 annual fee and who the card suits best.
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How to Add Your Driver’s License or Passport to Apple WalletLearn how to add a driver’s license, state ID or passport-based Digital ID to Apple Wallet, where you can use it and when you still need physical ID.
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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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Economic Forecasts
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Economic OutlooksKiplinger Housing Outlook: May Sees Multifamily Building SpikeHigh mortgage rates, persistent affordability constraints and elevated input costs continue to plague the housing market.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Jobs Outlook: Gains Will Moderate after August SurgeKiplinger's monthly jobs round-up covers the latest changes in the labor market, from job gains to wage fluctuations.
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The Kiplinger LetterCongress Faces Busy AutumnLawmakers likely will avert a government shutdown before hitting the campaign trail.
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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: July Dip is TemporaryE-Commerce sales dropped in July after Prime Day was moved to June.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Business Costs Special Report 2026Fresh forecasts from Kiplinger's Letters team to help you plan ahead and prepare a budget for a range of business costs.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Inflation Outlook: A Pickup Is Coming in AugustGasoline prices have risen again and may stay elevated. Plus, other price pressures are emerging.
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Trump $5,000 Dividend and $500 ACA Rebate Checks: What to Know About the Latest PromisesPolitics President Trump is talking a lot lately about sending checks to American taxpayers.
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Do I Still Need Travel Insurance If I Have Coverage Through a Credit Card?Travel Many credit cards offer travel insurance as a perk, but is the coverage comprehensive enough to skip buying a separate policy?
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Texas Voters Face a Tax Choice: Property Tax Cuts or $1,500 Refunds?Tax Breaks Candidates in the Texas governor race have different ideas about how to put money back in Texans' pockets.
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SpaceX’s Vision of the Future Requires Sky-High SpendingThe Kiplinger Letter SpaceX is poised to unleash a torrent of spending on physical infrastructure. Can its revenue keep up?
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