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Your 5-Step Guide to Discovering Whether a Lawyer Is Shady
Research shows you can't rely on some state bar websites to vet a lawyer you're considering hiring. Here's how to check out a lawyer before you hire.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq.
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Steps to Keep Your Student Focused on College, Not Finances
Too many students drop out due to financial strain. This plan can help families plan for the costs and get timely aid that sees students through to graduation.
By Sravani Atluri
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How to be the Chief Vision Officer of Your Advisory Practice
The key is to transition from a tactical "doer" to a strategic "chief vision officer" by building the teams, processes and brand so your practice can grow.
By Ben Sullivan, CFA®, CFP®
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The Kiplinger LetterTrump Reshapes Foreign Policy
The President starts the new year by putting allies and adversaries on notice.
By Matthew Housiaux
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These Unloved Energy Stocks Are a Bargain
Cleaned-up balance sheets and generous dividends make these dirt-cheap energy shares worth a look.
By David Milstead
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You've Heard It Before, But This Investment Advice Still Pays Off
"Time in the market beats timing the market" ¬— been there, done that, right? But don't write off the underlying advice. There's a reason it's a popular saying.
By Andrew Rosen, CFP®, CEP
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How Advisers Can Respond When Clients Ask About Crypto in 401(k)s
Advisers need to establish clear frameworks to address client interest, navigate risks like volatility, and ensure they meet their fiduciary responsibilities.
By Ben Sullivan, CFA®, CFP®
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Retirement
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How to be the Chief Vision Officer of Your Advisory Practice
The key is to transition from a tactical "doer" to a strategic "chief vision officer" by building the teams, processes and brand so your practice can grow.
By Ben Sullivan, CFA®, CFP®
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You've Heard It Before, But This Investment Advice Still Pays Off
"Time in the market beats timing the market" ¬— been there, done that, right? But don't write off the underlying advice. There's a reason it's a popular saying.
By Andrew Rosen, CFP®, CEP
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6 Champagne Problems Successful Retirees Face
What do you do if your biggest financial threat is simply having too much of a good thing — money?
By Donna LeValley
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A Portfolio Checklist If You're Planning to Retire in 2027
Sponsored by Zoe Financial
Are you planning to retire in 2027? This portfolio checklist will help put you on the right path.
By Coryanne Hicks
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How to Avoid Being Buried by the Tax Avalanche in Retirement
All that cash you have in tax-deferred accounts could launch you into a higher tax bracket when you start withdrawals. It's time to protect your income.
By Brian O. Butler, CRPC®, CPFA®, CEPA®
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This Financial Pro Shares the Secret to Retirement Success
For real retirement security, forget about chasing returns and focus instead on the things you can control: income, taxes, risk-taking and decision-making.
By Adam J. Bruno, Certified Financial Fiduciary®
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Is Your Retirement Based on Social Security Fact or Fiction?
One in two Americans don't know much about Social Security — and some are basing their retirement on mistaken beliefs. It's time to separate fact from fiction.
By Kelly LaVigne, J.D.
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David Dittman
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Ellen Kennedy
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Personal Finance Editor
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Donna LeValley
Retirement Writer
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Kate Schubel
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Taxes
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Tax BreaksStandard Deduction 2025 and 2026: Amounts, Exceptions, and Who Should Itemize
Most people claim the standard deduction on their federal tax return instead of itemizing deductions. How much can you claim?
By Kelley R. Taylor
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State TaxGeorgia Tax Rebate And Income Elimination? What 2026 Could Mean For You
We break down how lawmakers aim to axe the state income tax and how much you could get in a Georgia tax refund in 2026.
By Kate Schubel
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How to Avoid Being Buried by the Tax Avalanche in Retirement
All that cash you have in tax-deferred accounts could launch you into a higher tax bracket when you start withdrawals. It's time to protect your income.
By Brian O. Butler, CRPC®, CPFA®, CEPA®
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Ask the EditorAsk the Editor: Tips for Filing Your 1040
In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on preparing and filing your 2025 Form 1040.
By Joy Taylor
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Personal Finance
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Your 5-Step Guide to Discovering Whether a Lawyer Is Shady
Research shows you can't rely on some state bar websites to vet a lawyer you're considering hiring. Here's how to check out a lawyer before you hire.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq.
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Steps to Keep Your Student Focused on College, Not Finances
Too many students drop out due to financial strain. This plan can help families plan for the costs and get timely aid that sees students through to graduation.
By Sravani Atluri
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How to Plan a (Successful) Family Reunion
From shaping the guest list to building the budget, here's how to design a successful and memorable family reunion.
By Emma Patch
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How Verizon’s Free Phone Deals Work
What shoppers need to know about eligibility, bill credits and plan costs.
By Paige Cerulli
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Does Your Car Insurer Need to Know All Your Kids? Michigan Cases Raise Question
Who you list on your policy matters more than most drivers realize, especially when it comes to who lives in your home.
By Paige Cerulli
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7 Signs You’re Secretly Getting Rich (and Don’t Even Know It)
From reduced financial stress to smart investing, here’s how to spot the subtle signs that your wealth is growing.
By Paige Cerulli
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Real Estate
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What to Ask a Contractor Before a Renovation
Essential questions homeowners should ask before hiring a contractor to avoid surprises, protect their investment and keep projects on time and on budget.
By Paige Cerulli
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Real EstateThe 10 'Real' Richest Counties in the US
In America's wealthiest counties, high incomes are common, yet the cost-of-living burdens are often lower than those typically found in major metro areas.
By Dan Burrows
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I'm 61 and want a divorce. Should we live separately but stay married?
We asked Certified Divorce Financial Analysts for advice.
By Maurie Backman
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Investors Could Reap Millions With 2026's Shift in Tax Rules
Three major tax strategies will align in 2026, creating unique opportunities for real estate investors to significantly grow their wealth. Here's how it works.
By Daniel Goodwin
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Travel
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How to Plan a (Successful) Family Reunion
From shaping the guest list to building the budget, here's how to design a successful and memorable family reunion.
By Emma Patch
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credit cardsThe Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards for You
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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Hilton Honors Bonus Offer Worth $780
Earn 130,000 Hilton Honors bonus points with the American Express Surpass Card.
By Ellen B. Kennedy
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Go to the 2026 Winter Olympics Without Breaking the Bank: 5 Ways to Save
A guide to going to the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics without breaking the bank.
By Beth Braverman
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$100 Fee Turning Away Visitors from National Parks
Discover how the new $100 fee will impact your experience visiting 11 of America's most popular parks.
By Sean Jackson
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Countries That Will Pay You to Move: Cash Grants, Incentives and What to Know
Explore real relocation incentives — from cash grants and tax breaks to startup funding — that make moving abroad or to smaller towns more affordable and rewarding.
By Choncé Maddox
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Economic Forecasts
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The Kiplinger LetterTrump Reshapes Foreign Policy
The President starts the new year by putting allies and adversaries on notice.
By Matthew Housiaux
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The Kiplinger LetterCongress is Set for a Busy Winter
The Letter editors review the bills Congress will decide on this year. The government funding bill is paramount, but other issues vie for lawmakers’ attention.
By Sean Lengell
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Inflation Outlook: Inflation Looks to Stay Moderate for a While
Twelve-month inflation rates will decline in the next few months, but some of this decline will be illusory.
By David Payne
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Jobs Outlook: Hiring Continuing at Reduced Levels
Kiplinger'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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The Kiplinger LetterThe Kiplinger Letter's 10 Forecasts for 2026
Here are some of the biggest events and trends in economics, politics and tech that will shape the new year.
By Letter Editors
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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.
By David Payne
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The Kiplinger LetterSpecial Report: The Future of American Politics
The Political Trends and Challenges that Will Define the Next Decade
By Matthew Housiaux
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How Advisers Can Respond When Clients Ask About Crypto in 401(k)s
Advisers need to establish clear frameworks to address client interest, navigate risks like volatility, and ensure they meet their fiduciary responsibilities.
By Ben Sullivan, CFA®, CFP®
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Congress is Set for a Busy Winter
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How the Stock Market Performed in the First Year of Trump's Second Term
Six months after President Donald Trump's inauguration, take a look at how the stock market has performed.
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The Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards for You
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