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Investing
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Want to Lower Your Medical Bills? These Strategies Will HelpYour odds of getting your health care provider to lower your bill are higher if you act fast, communicate clearly and do your research before the negotiation.
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A Case for Staying Independent as an RIA on Your TermsPrivate equity firms promise capital, tech and talent, but do those resources come with strings that could change how you serve your clients and run your firm?
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How Google AI Tools Can Give Financial Advisers the EdgeIf your advisory firm uses Google Workspace, you're in a good position to adopt its AI tools to boost productivity and cut costs, with some key provisos.
By John O'Connell, MBA -
April Fed Meeting: Rates Remain the Same, Powell to Stick AroundThe April Fed meeting was Jerome Powell's last as chair of the central bank, but he's not leaving the central bank just yet.
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Kevin Warsh Fed Chair Nomination: Live Updates and CommentaryThe Senate will vote in May on whether to confirm Kevin Warsh as the next Fed chair.
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Pershing Square IPO: Should You Buy the PSUS Shares?Bill Ackman took his Pershing Square hedge fund firm public in a rare "combined IPO" with a new closed-end fund. Here's what investors need to know.
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If You'd Put $1,000 Into Chipotle Mexican Grill Stock 20 Years Ago, Here's What You'd Have TodayCMG stock clobbers the market over the past two decades, but its outperformance ends there.
By Dan Burrows
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Retirement
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The 'Wait-to-Win' Rule of Retirement SpendingHow trading your savings today will give you a permanent raise tomorrow.
By Donna Fuscaldo -
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What Medicare Covers When You Travel in the US and AbroadMedical emergencies can happen at any time. Knowing what Medicare coverage you have, anywhere in the world, can help you avoid a massive bill.
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How to Navigate Your Medicare Advantage Plan in a DisasterIf you're a Medicare Advantage member in an area impacted by a disaster, you might be worried about access to care and medicine. Here's what you need to know.
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How Smart Is Your Gifting Strategy? Take Our Grandparents' Legacy QuizAre you maximizing the legacy you’ll leave behind? Take our 10-question quiz to evaluate your strategy today.
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7 Must-See Historic Sites to Visit With Your Grandkids for America's 250thCreate once-in-a-lifetime memories with your grandchildren while celebrating America’s 250th
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Why Every Grandparent Should Consider a Custodial Roth IRA NowTime is a young investor’s greatest asset. Discover how small contributions today can evolve into a tax-free fortune by the time they retire.
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Should You Relocate to a New State for Retirement? A ChecklistThe decision to move to a different state should balance financial issues with the lifestyle you want, rather than simply choosing a low-income-tax state.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA®
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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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Capital Gains9 No-Capital-Gains-Tax States in 2026 Ranked by Cost of LivingA handful of states don't tax your capital gains, but housing, groceries, and other everyday essentials can change how much those tax savings are actually worth.
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State TaxNew California Wealth Tax Heads to the 2026 Ballot: Who Would Pay, What's at Stake and What Happens NextA proposed tax on extreme wealth in California is moving closer to voters. Here's what it means for high earners and others in the Golden State.
By Kelley R. TaylorState Tax -
Property TaxProperty Tax 101: What Every Homeowner Needs to Know in 2026No one likes paying property taxes, but knowing how these taxes work might make all the difference on your next property tax bill.
By Kate SchubelProperty Tax -
Should You Relocate to a New State for Retirement? A ChecklistThe decision to move to a different state should balance financial issues with the lifestyle you want, rather than simply choosing a low-income-tax state.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA®
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Personal Finance
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Want to Lower Your Medical Bills? These Strategies Will HelpYour odds of getting your health care provider to lower your bill are higher if you act fast, communicate clearly and do your research before the negotiation.
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What Is the 100,000-Mile Rule in Car Insurance?The 100,000-mile rule in car insurance can help you slash premiums by ditching coverage you can't use.
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What Medicare Covers When You Travel in the US and AbroadMedical emergencies can happen at any time. Knowing what Medicare coverage you have, anywhere in the world, can help you avoid a massive bill.
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The 1% Deductible Rule to Avoid Overpaying for Home InsuranceYou could be overpaying for home insurance if your deductible is too low. But going too high can be just as risky. That's where the 1% deductible rule comes in.
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Should You Get a Long-Term or Short-Term CD Before the Fed Meeting?Is a long-term or short-term CD better to open before the Fed meeting this week? Here's what you need to know.
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Why a 5-year CD is Still Your Best Bet After the Fed MeetingWith the rate pause at the April Fed meeting, you still have time to lock in historically high interest rates with a 5-year CD.
By Rachael Green
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Real Estate
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How the Federal Reserve Affects Mortgage RatesLearn how interest rate changes affect your mortgage payments and what buyers should watch for this year.
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10-Year Treasury Yield's Effect on Mortgage RatesWhere the 10-year Treasury yield moves, mortgage rates follow. Learn why they are connected and how they impact homebuyers.
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Retirement Tax Breaks That Could Cut Your Tax Rate in HalfIncorporating housing wealth and lifetime annuities in your retirement income plan can offer a significant tax-cost advantage over an investment-only plan.
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Your Portfolio Just Got Hammered: A Tax-Smart Way to RecoverIf your stock portfolio took a beating this spring, there's a little-known tax strategy that lets you defer — and potentially eliminate — capital gains taxes.
By Daniel Goodwin
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Travel
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What Medicare Covers When You Travel in the US and AbroadMedical emergencies can happen at any time. Knowing what Medicare coverage you have, anywhere in the world, can help you avoid a massive bill.
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7 Must-See Historic Sites to Visit With Your Grandkids for America's 250thCreate once-in-a-lifetime memories with your grandchildren while celebrating America’s 250th
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My Top 3 Destinations for Retirees' 2026 Spring VacationsI found that visiting the "greatest hits" from years ago made for wonderful retirement travel. These are my top spring trips in the U.S. and abroad.
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Six Dreamy Travel Spots for Retirees to Indulge in Luxury AdventuresWhether you're a retiree looking for adventure or relaxation, we have the perfect luxury vacation ideas for you.
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9 Ways To Save on Your Next Luxury TripLooking for ways to stretch your retirement dollars? Follow these tips to get a deal on your next vacation.
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What To Take On A Plane For A More Luxurious TripAir travel isn't exactly relaxing. But if you know what to take on a plane, any seat can be luxurious.
By Carla Ayers
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Economic Forecasts
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Retail Outlook: Consumers Undeterred by Gas-Price HikesConsumers spent freely in March, despite the strong rise in gasoline prices.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Energy Outlook: War in Iran Spells Higher Gas Prices in the USAfter soaring during the conflict in the Middle East, gasoline prices are about to head lower on signs of a peace deal coming together.
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The Kiplinger LetterAerospace Industry Hopes for Iran WindfallPent-up demand plus boost in defense business bode well for the aerospace sector, despite the challenges.
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The Kiplinger LetterThe Hottest AI Apps Consumers Are Actually UsingThough Sora’s demise proves it’s not easy starting a new consumer AI app, many AI tools are seeing rapid adoption.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Inflation Outlook: Energy Costs Will Retreat SlowlyThe inflation report for April will show another large jump in prices. Inflation should hit 4.0%, then ease as energy costs come down.
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ForecastsExports have held up reasonably well despite tariff disputesKiplinger's latest forecast on trade: U.S. exports, imports and our net trade deficit.
By Rodrigo SermeñoForecasts -
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.
By David PayneEconomic Forecasts
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A Case for Staying Independent as an RIA on Your TermsPrivate equity firms promise capital, tech and talent, but do those resources come with strings that could change how you serve your clients and run your firm?
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7 Must-See Historic Sites to Visit With Your Grandkids for America's 250thCreate once-in-a-lifetime memories with your grandchildren while celebrating America’s 250th
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