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What Is Stagflation and How Can Investors Prepare?
An oil supply shock and a weak jobs report have markets wondering about stagflation, when economic growth slows and the unemployment rate spikes.
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The Stock Market Is Selling Off. Here's What Investors Should Do
Investors are fleeing the equities market en masse as oil prices spike in response to the escalating conflict with Iran. But the experts say don't panic.
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Best Stocks to Buy Now
When compiling our list of the best stocks to buy now, we look for high-quality companies that are poised to benefit over the next 12 months.
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Why After-Tax Returns Are the Only Returns That Matter
Building lasting wealth depends less on high returns and more on optimizing the structure of your portfolio to minimize taxes. That can cost you over time.
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3 Financial Hurdles Coming Up for Women: How to Overcome Them
From the widow's penalty to higher health costs, women will encounter a host of money worries over the course of a lifetime. You need a robust financial plan.
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Winning an Exit: What Small Businesses Can Learn from Meta
How can business owners exit their company with a proper valuation and no regrets? Meta's billion-dollar acquisition of a small AI firm provides a clue.
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Is AI-Generated 'Workslop' Ruining Your Work Relationships?
A coworker's poor work that was generated by AI and not edited for accuracy or quality is the latest headache in the workplace. You address it without drama.
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The '120 Minus You Rule' of Retirement
The '120 Minus You Rule' updates an older retirement rule, with a twist. Here's a better way to construct your retirement portfolio.
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Why After-Tax Returns Are the Only Returns That Matter
Building lasting wealth depends less on high returns and more on optimizing the structure of your portfolio to minimize taxes. That can cost you over time.
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3 Financial Hurdles Coming Up for Women: How to Overcome Them
From the widow's penalty to higher health costs, women will encounter a host of money worries over the course of a lifetime. You need a robust financial plan.
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5 New Retirement Rules Taking Effect in 2026
Sponsored by American National
Retirement planning in 2026 comes with new contribution limits, tax breaks and health care changes. Here's what savers and retirees need to know.
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Should we fund our grandchild's 529 or our retirement?
We're 54 with $1.8 million saved. My wife wants to start a college fund for our grandchild, but I think we should keep funding our retirement. Who is right?
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Are Annuities Safe? An Industry Expert Explains the Risks
Different types offer different levels of potential risk. Here's how to choose wisely, from an annuities pro.
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Nearing Retirement? Why 'Refirement' Is a Better Philosophy
Get fired up about your upcoming retirement by reframing this new chapter of life as a chance to redeploy your purpose, rather than retreat from it.
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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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Estate TaxNot Even Death Can Cheat the IRS: Lessons From a Massachusetts Estate
If you owed money to the IRS while alive, your death isn’t going to stop them from collecting. Here's what you need to know about death and taxes.
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Why After-Tax Returns Are the Only Returns That Matter
Building lasting wealth depends less on high returns and more on optimizing the structure of your portfolio to minimize taxes. That can cost you over time.
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3 Financial Hurdles Coming Up for Women: How to Overcome Them
From the widow's penalty to higher health costs, women will encounter a host of money worries over the course of a lifetime. You need a robust financial plan.
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In or Near Retirement? 4 Recent Tax Changes You Need to Know
The tax landscape has changed yet again, thanks to the OBBBA and SECURE 2.0, and four developments are particularly important for anyone in or near retirement.
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Is AI-Generated 'Workslop' Ruining Your Work Relationships?
A coworker's poor work that was generated by AI and not edited for accuracy or quality is the latest headache in the workplace. You address it without drama.
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T-Mobile Senior Phone Plans: Are The Perks Worth the Price?
Many mobile providers offer deals for seniors. T-Mobile has three phone plans for people 55 and older. We review the plans, the perks and the pricing.
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Could Your Family Live on One Income? What It Takes in Each State
Raising a family on one paycheck may feel out of reach. But new data shows where a single income can still support a stay-at-home parent and where it is most difficult.
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Should we fund our grandchild's 529 or our retirement?
We're 54 with $1.8 million saved. My wife wants to start a college fund for our grandchild, but I think we should keep funding our retirement. Who is right?
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Buying a Home This Year? 3 Moves to Make Before the Next Fed Meeting
A few smart financial moves now can help you qualify for better mortgage terms and act quickly if the market shifts.
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5G Home Internet Is Challenging Cable. What It Means for Your Internet Bill
Cable once dominated home broadband. Now expanding 5G home internet is giving households another option to consider as technology and competition evolve.
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Buying a Home This Year? 3 Moves to Make Before the Next Fed Meeting
A few smart financial moves now can help you qualify for better mortgage terms and act quickly if the market shifts.
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20 Ways to Clean Up Your Finances This Spring
Spring cleaning is therapeutic and stops costly problems from building up around the home. Why not tackle the dusty corners of your finances at the same time?
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How Much Do You Need to Join the 1% Club in Your State?
Being a top earner is relative: Why trading a high-tax zip code for a low-cost state is the ultimate retirement power move.
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ScamsPrevent Title Fraud: Smart Steps to Protect Your Deed
Protect yourself from deed theft with these free steps. You don’t need to pay a company to protect your your home title.
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Property TaxesTen Cheapest Places to Live in Virginia
The Commonwealth of Virginia has some cheap places to live. Here are a few if you hate paying property taxes.
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The Five Best Cruise Lines for Retirees
Retirement is an ideal time for cruising. Check out the five best cruise lines for comfort, ease and unforgettable experiences.
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Retire at Sea: Why a Luxury Cruise Ship Could Be Your Dream Home
Ready to retire on a luxury cruise ship? Turn your golden years into an epic journey by calling a cruise ship home and exploring the world by sea.
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How to Use Your Cell Phone on a Cruise
Avoid surprise charges and stay connected at sea with these expert tips on how to use a cell phone on a cruise.
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Which Airlines Have the Most Legroom — and Which Have the Least?
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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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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Retail Outlook: Underlying Consumer Spending Is Still OK
Sales were flat in both December and January, though widespread January storms likely hindered spending.
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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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ForecastsExports have held up reasonably well despite tariff disputes
Kiplinger's latest forecast on trade: U.S. exports, imports and our net trade deficit.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Energy Outlook: War in Iran Spells Higher Gas Prices in the US
A major price spike is unlikely for now, but expect to pay more at the gas pump.
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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.
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The Kiplinger LetterFarmers Brace for Another Rough Year
The agriculture sector has been plagued by low commodity prices and is facing an uncertain trade outlook.
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The Kiplinger LetterSpecial Report: The Future of American Politics
Kiplinger assesses the political trends and challenges that will define the next decade.
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Winning an Exit: What Small Businesses Can Learn from Meta
How can business owners exit their company with a proper valuation and no regrets? Meta's billion-dollar acquisition of a small AI firm provides a clue.
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Homeowners Face Potential Capital Gains Tax Shift: What to Know Now
Capital Gains Arizona is moving to cut taxes on home sale gains, while Senators Ted Cruz and Tim Scott push for nationwide capital gains tax relief.
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The Five Best Cruise Lines for Retirees
Retirement is an ideal time for cruising. Check out the five best cruise lines for comfort, ease and unforgettable experiences.
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Retire at Sea: Why a Luxury Cruise Ship Could Be Your Dream Home
Ready to retire on a luxury cruise ship? Turn your golden years into an epic journey by calling a cruise ship home and exploring the world by sea.
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Kiplinger Retail Outlook: Underlying Consumer Spending Is Still OK
Economic Forecasts Sales were flat in both December and January, though widespread January storms likely hindered spending.
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Exports have held up reasonably well despite tariff disputes
Forecasts Kiplinger's latest forecast on trade: U.S. exports, imports and our net trade deficit.
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