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Investing
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7 Investing Secrets to Maximize Your WealthHere's what science reveals about the hidden emotions that drive financial behavior — and how you can use them to build lifelong security.
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Is a Roth Conversion Just Not That Into You? How To Tell It's Not a MatchSometimes a Roth conversion isn't right for you — or at least not right now. A financial adviser explains what you should consider before getting involved.
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How to Handle a Raise Without Buying a Life You Can't AffordGetting a raise is the perfect time to focus on building wealth, but only if you do these things before your "new" money vanishes into a shinier lifestyle.
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Berkshire Hathaway Post-Buffett: Surprising Takeaways From Greg Abel’s Historic First Quarter as CEOQ1 2026 marked Berkshire Hathaway's first quarter without Buffett buying and selling stocks in its equity portfolio. Here's what Greg Abel & Co. did.
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SpaceX Stock: Should You Buy the Biggest IPO Ever?The massive SpaceX IPO is almost here, with Elon Musk's space exploration and satellite company expected to start trading next month.
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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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Stocks Sink as Treasury Yields Spike: Stock Market TodaySpiking Treasury yields and profit-taking in the tech sector pressured the main indexes on Friday, though they managed to extend their weekly win streaks.
By Karee Venema
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Retirement
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QuizThe 'Take That Uncle Sam' Quiz: Are You Overpaying in Retirement?Test your retirement tax knowledge with our short quiz.
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How Savvy Snowbirds Are Affording the Two-Home Lifestyle NowLiving in two cities as a snowbird has its financial challenges, but when you do it the right way, it's fun and affordable. Here's How to Protect Your Wealth As a Seasonal Snowbird
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Is a Roth Conversion Just Not That Into You? How To Tell It's Not a MatchSometimes a Roth conversion isn't right for you — or at least not right now. A financial adviser explains what you should consider before getting involved.
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2027 Social Security COLA Forecast Surges Amid Spike in InflationDriven by a recent spike in fuel and food prices, the 2027 Social Security COLA forecast has jumped to 3.9% — a significant increase over the 2026 raise of 2.8%.
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BasicsTraditional IRA Basics: 10 Things to Know to Build WealthA traditional IRA can be a powerful retirement-savings tool but you need to understand contribution limits, RMDs, rules for beneficiaries under the SECURE Act and more.
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retirementShould You Convert a Traditional IRA to a Roth After 60?You can convert an IRA to a Roth no matter how old you are. But if the conversion boosts your income, it could have tax consequences.
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The Average Monthly Social Security Check: April 2026The average monthly Social Security check amount might surprise you. Here's a look at March's numbers and why they matter.
By Donna LeValley
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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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Is a Roth Conversion Just Not That Into You? How To Tell It's Not a MatchSometimes a Roth conversion isn't right for you — or at least not right now. A financial adviser explains what you should consider before getting involved.
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Tax RefundsIRS Income Tax Refund Schedule: When Will Your Refund Arrive?Here's how to check your IRS tax refund status and when you can expect your federal refund.
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State TaxGeorgia Tax GuideExplore Georgia's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Georgia compares nationwide.
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Payroll TaxesMedicare Tax: Five Things Every Worker Needs to Know for 2026It's important to know how Medicare tax works.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Personal Finance
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How to Avoid Overpaying for Flights in 2026 as Prices Keep ClimbingAirfare is climbing. Learn when to book flights and smart ways to save on tickets in 2026.
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5 Things 50 Millionaires Wish They'd Known Before RetiringWho better to ask about retirement regrets than millionaires who've been there, done that? Here's what they wish they knew before entering their golden years.
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How a Business Owner in New Mexico Hit $1M — and Then Some"If we can do it, anyone can. We didn't do it by earning huge $$ or doing anything sexy. Just mundane, disciplined savings in mutual funds."
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How to Handle a Raise Without Buying a Life You Can't AffordGetting a raise is the perfect time to focus on building wealth, but only if you do these things before your "new" money vanishes into a shinier lifestyle.
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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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What Is Renters' Insurance and What Does It Cover?Renters’ insurance protects your belongings and more – and it might not cost as much as you think.
By Emma Patch
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Real Estate
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How Savvy Retirees Turn Second Homes Into Passive Income EnginesBuying a second home during retirement, especially if your savings are solid, can improve your lifestyle or be a strategic financial choice. But it requires meticulous planning.
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10 Items That Actually Belong in a Storage UnitNot everything should go into storage, but these items tend to hold up well, save space at home and make the cost worth it.
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Why Do People Retire in Florida? 9 Things You Must KnowAttention Florida-bound retirees: There's more to the Sunshine State than Disney, golf and beaches.
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real estateHow to Set the Price to Sell Your HomeIf you're selling your home, setting the right price is crucial. Don't overprice or you'll scare away prospective buyers.
By Donna LeValley
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Travel
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How to Avoid Overpaying for Flights in 2026 as Prices Keep ClimbingAirfare is climbing. Learn when to book flights and smart ways to save on tickets in 2026.
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6 Expensive Travel Mistakes and How to Avoid ThemHere are expensive travel mistakes people make, including insurance, unnecessary fees and more.
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Why Do People Retire in Florida? 9 Things You Must KnowAttention Florida-bound retirees: There's more to the Sunshine State than Disney, golf and beaches.
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Travel Tax11 Travel Essentials People Often Forget (And Your HSA Actually Covers)Going somewhere? Use what gets left behind to your advantage on your 2026 vacation.
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7 Tips to Save on Driving Costs This SummerThese seven strategies will help keep a lid on skyrocketing gas and car-repair prices.
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How Long it Takes to Renew Your Passport: Online or By MailWhat to know about the timing of renewing your passport, so you don't miss out on a trip.
By Becca van Sambeck
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Economic Forecasts
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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: Consumers Spend Freely, for NowLow savings rates and higher gasoline costs imply a slowdown in spending at some point.
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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.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Inflation Outlook: Energy Cost Increases Not Done YetThe inflation report for May will show a jump in prices for the third month. Headline inflation should rise above 4.0%.
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The Kiplinger LetterManufacturers Face Crunch on Industrial MetalsThe Middle East conflict has disrupted supplies, increased costs and created another headache for manufacturers dealing with the effects of higher tariffs.
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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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The Kiplinger LetterAn Early Look at the 2026 MidtermsThe midterm elections are six months away, but Democrats seem poised to translate President Trump's unpopularity into big gains.
By Matthew Housiaux
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6 Expensive Travel Mistakes and How to Avoid ThemHere are expensive travel mistakes people make, including insurance, unnecessary fees and more.
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Why a Second Passport Can Help Business Owners Level UpResidency in a second country can expand a company's global mobility, deepen its hiring pool, diversify suppliers and establish alternative production sites.
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