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Investing
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Why Building a Legal 'Moat' Is the Best Defense Against LawsuitsAsset protection planning places valuable assets out of the reach of potential claimants and creditors, discouraging lawsuits before they get off the ground.
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Conversations to Have With Aging Parents NowIt's difficult to ask aging parents about financial and medical decisions, and future living arrangements, but it's vital to talk about it while you still can.
By Kelsey M. Simasko, Esq. -
Why You Shouldn't ‘Set and Forget’ Your AnnuityYour annuity shouldn't be left to gather dust. Regular reviews and comparisons with newer products will help make sure it's still the best option for you.
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How 30 Everyday Millionaires Are Navigating the Great Wealth TransferMillionaires from the My First $1 Million series tell us how they're talking with their kids about money, balancing inheritance splits and sharing their wealth.
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Why Invest In Index Funds When Prediction Markets Pay Big?Betting on prediction markets may seem like a quick and easy way to make money, but index funds have historically been a better way to build wealth. Here's why.
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Why Legal Documents Won't Save Your Family's WealthA successful estate plan requires more than legal documents. It depends on open conversations with your heirs about the values and intent behind your decisions.
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Why Retirees Hoard Savings and How to Stop UnderspendingA charitable remainder unitrust (CRUT) can create a lifetime income stream and alleviate worry for retirees who underspend out of fear their money won't last.
By Klaus Gottlieb, Esq.
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Retirement
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Why the Smartest Retirees Are Handing Out Inheritances NowOlder generations hold $124 trillion in assets. Here is why financial experts say giving your heirs an inheritance early might be the smartest move you can make.
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Give While You Live Or Wait Until Death? Take Our Quiz to Find OutThe Great Wealth Transfer is upon us. Discover whether your heirs benefit more if you give now or let your assets grow.
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No One Wants to Ask Their Aging Parents About Their Finances, But Here's HowUse these tips to help you open the door to conversations about their financial health before it’s too late.
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Why Building a Legal 'Moat' Is the Best Defense Against LawsuitsAsset protection planning places valuable assets out of the reach of potential claimants and creditors, discouraging lawsuits before they get off the ground.
By Jeffrey M. Verdon, Esq. -
Conversations to Have With Aging Parents NowIt's difficult to ask aging parents about financial and medical decisions, and future living arrangements, but it's vital to talk about it while you still can.
By Kelsey M. Simasko, Esq. -
Why You Shouldn't ‘Set and Forget’ Your AnnuityYour annuity shouldn't be left to gather dust. Regular reviews and comparisons with newer products will help make sure it's still the best option for you.
By Jason Chalmers -
Tax LawIRS Is Taking a Closer Look at Trusts: What It Means for Estate PlanningA high-profile tax case is shining a light on how the IRS may view certain estate planning strategies.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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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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Tax LawIRS Is Taking a Closer Look at Trusts: What It Means for Estate PlanningA high-profile tax case is shining a light on how the IRS may view certain estate planning strategies.
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Capital GainsCapital Gains Tax on Real Estate and Home SalesSelling your home or a rental property? Here are important capital gains tax rules to keep in mind.
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Ask the EditorAsk the Editor: Can I Deduct a GoFundMe Contribution and MoreOur Kiplinger Tax Letter Editor answers whether a reader can deduct a GoFundMe contribution and other questions related to charitable donations.
By Joy Taylor -
How Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) Actually WorkA Delaware statutory trust turns one property into a passive fractional interest in another. Here's how it works and why giving up control is part of the deal.
By Carl E. Sera, CMT
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Personal Finance
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Why the Smartest Retirees Are Handing Out Inheritances NowOlder generations hold $124 trillion in assets. Here is why financial experts say giving your heirs an inheritance early might be the smartest move you can make.
By Donna Fuscaldo -
Give While You Live Or Wait Until Death? Take Our Quiz to Find OutThe Great Wealth Transfer is upon us. Discover whether your heirs benefit more if you give now or let your assets grow.
By Donna Fuscaldo -
7 Ways to Protect Yourself From Online ScamsOnline scams target your money and personal information. These seven simple steps can help you spot scams, protect your accounts and stay safer online.
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Would You Take a Vacation Just to Sleep? Inside the Sleepcation TrendSleepcations are becoming a popular travel trend, but some hotel sleep packages come at a premium. Here's how to decide what's worth paying for.
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How the Latest Fed Rate Hike Impacts Your WalletWith the Fed hiking rates, knowing how this impacts your finances can help you make smart decisions and save money.
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My First $1 Million: Health Insurance Executive, 54, Arizona"I would tell my younger self to continue with your plan, but take a few more moments to let loose and create more experiences."
By Joyce Lamb
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Real Estate
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Capital GainsCapital Gains Tax on Real Estate and Home SalesSelling your home or a rental property? Here are important capital gains tax rules to keep in mind.
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How Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) Actually WorkA Delaware statutory trust turns one property into a passive fractional interest in another. Here's how it works and why giving up control is part of the deal.
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9 Tips to Declutter Your Home Before Your Retirement MovePlanning to declutter your home — whether you're moving or downsizing — can be overwhelming. Here's how to do it.
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How to Turn Your Home Equity Into Retirement IncomeUnlocking home equity to supplement retirement savings sounds great in theory. But before you commit, make sure you fully understand the costs involved.
By Anthony Martin
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Travel
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Is the Hilton Honors Amex Surpass Card Worth It?Frequent Hilton guests can get more from their stays with the Hilton Honors American Express Surpass Card. Here’s what to know about its hotel perks, rewards and travel benefits.
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3 Airline Credit Cards With Companion Fares That Could Save You MoneyCompare airline credit cards with companion fares and see how annual fees, spending requirements and travel perks could affect your savings.
By Sean Jackson -
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 -
Would You Take a Vacation Just to Sleep? Inside the Sleepcation TrendSleepcations are becoming a popular travel trend, but some hotel sleep packages come at a premium. Here's how to decide what's worth paying for.
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7 Frugal Travel Habits That Aren't Worth ItYou want the best value for your money when you travel. But these seven habits are likely hurting more than they are helping.
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Skip the Crowds and High Prices: 5 Fall Trips Worth TakingLooking for a fall getaway? These five destinations offer festivals, fall scenery, great food and plenty to do on a long weekend.
By Carla Ayers
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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: Blowout August Spending as Consumers Keep SurprisingStrong retail sales gains appeared across the board, but tighter budgets are coming.
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The Kiplinger LetterFarmers Brace For Higher CostsThe war in Iran hikes prices for key agricultural inputs.
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ForecastsKiplinger Trade Outlook: Trade Deficit WidensKiplinger's latest forecast on trade: U.S. exports, imports and our net trade deficit.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Inflation Outlook: A Pickup Is Coming in AugustThe 3.4% inflation rate in August was not the improvement that policymakers at the Federal Reserve were looking for.
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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.
By David Payne
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Would You Take a Vacation Just to Sleep? Inside the Sleepcation TrendSleepcations are becoming a popular travel trend, but some hotel sleep packages come at a premium. Here's how to decide what's worth paying for.
By Beth Braverman
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7 Frugal Travel Habits That Aren't Worth ItYou want the best value for your money when you travel. But these seven habits are likely hurting more than they are helping.
By Rachael Green
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Is the Hilton Honors Amex Surpass Card Worth It?Frequent Hilton guests can get more from their stays with the Hilton Honors American Express Surpass Card. Here’s what to know about its hotel perks, rewards and travel benefits.
By Sean Jackson
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3 Airline Credit Cards With Companion Fares That Could Save You MoneyCompare airline credit cards with companion fares and see how annual fees, spending requirements and travel perks could affect your savings.
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.
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