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Investing
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The Best Options Trading PlatformsWith their number expanding and their quality improving, here are five of the best options trading platforms for investors.
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Markets Pull Back for Incoming Inflation Data: Stock Market TodayUnease about negotiations to reopen the Strait of Hormuz boosted oil and yields but pressured stocks at the start of a big week for inflation data.
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investingBond Ratings and What They MeanBond ratings measure the creditworthiness of your bond issuer. Understanding bond ratings can help you limit your risk and maximize your yield.
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What to Expect From the July CPI ReportThe July CPI report will be released Wednesday morning. Here's what we expect the data to show.
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Best Mutual Funds to Buy for 2026 and BeyondThe best mutual funds capitalize on new trends that emerge year to year, all while offering low costs and solid management.
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A Strategic Future Care Planning Guide for Affluent FamiliesAre your assets accessible and structured to support health, mobility or cognitive issues? Waiting until care is needed can force decisions you might regret.
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How to Exit Real Estate Without a Huge Tax BillReal estate developers wanting to exit but facing a hefty tax bill can transition into a diversified portfolio of Delaware statutory trusts via a 1031 exchange.
By Dwight Kay
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Retirement
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Retiring Soon? How to Keep Your Work Friends From Fading AwayWhen you retire, you lose more than a job — you lose daily connection. Here are actionable ways to keep your favorite colleagues in your life after you step away
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Want the Maximum Social Security Check? Here's What You Need to Do NowThe top Social Security payment is $5,181 if you delay until age 70. Want to lock in the biggest possible check — or at least grab the largest share you can? Start taking these steps today.
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A Strategic Future Care Planning Guide for Affluent FamiliesAre your assets accessible and structured to support health, mobility or cognitive issues? Waiting until care is needed can force decisions you might regret.
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Is a 60/40 Portfolio Too Aggressive in Your Seventies?Generous pensions can act as a safety net, but concentration risk and healthcare gaps still loom large for retirees. This week's Wealth Wise advice column breaks it down.
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The $100-a-Day Retirement: 2026's Best Value DestinationsIt doesn’t take a small fortune to live affordably overseas, but it does take creativity and discipline.
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My Wife Was Laid Off at Age 64: 5 Questions We’re AskingEven people who work in financial services have questions when a layoff happens right before retirement. Here are five issues that need to be addressed.
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4 Practical Ways to Prepare Your Kids for Their InheritanceThese steps can help you ensure that the wealth your children or grandchildren inherit is a catalyst for opportunity rather than a source of conflict.
By Chad Maggard, CFA®
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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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Property Tax10 Cheapest Places to Live in OhioLooking for low living costs in the Buckeye State? Explore these ten Ohio counties with the lowest property tax bills.
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IRSWhat Would a Government Shutdown Do to the IRS?With a government shutdown looming, some wonder how IRS operations will be affected.
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State TaxFood Tax: Which States Still Tax Groceries in 2026?Ten states still tax groceries, but that figure is shrinking.
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Your TaxesWhy We Think NASA’s Budget Is Huge (When It’s Really Tiny)As millions watch the August skies, NASA accounts for just 0.36% of federal spending. Here's the reason we think it's more.
By Kate Schubel
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Personal Finance
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Retiring Soon? How to Keep Your Work Friends From Fading AwayWhen you retire, you lose more than a job — you lose daily connection. Here are actionable ways to keep your favorite colleagues in your life after you step away
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State TaxFood Tax: Which States Still Tax Groceries in 2026?Ten states still tax groceries, but that figure is shrinking.
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What to Expect From the July CPI ReportThe July CPI report will be released Wednesday morning. Here's what we expect the data to show.
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Want the Maximum Social Security Check? Here's What You Need to Do NowThe top Social Security payment is $5,181 if you delay until age 70. Want to lock in the biggest possible check — or at least grab the largest share you can? Start taking these steps today.
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Your TaxesWhy We Think NASA’s Budget Is Huge (When It’s Really Tiny)As millions watch the August skies, NASA accounts for just 0.36% of federal spending. Here's the reason we think it's more.
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Beyond 1776: 4 Multi-Generational Road Trips for America's 250thSkip the crowded cobblestones of the 13 Colonies. These four regional routes prove America’s history is best learned on the open road.
By Donna LeValley
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Real Estate
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How to Exit Real Estate Without a Huge Tax BillReal estate developers wanting to exit but facing a hefty tax bill can transition into a diversified portfolio of Delaware statutory trusts via a 1031 exchange.
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Tax NewsNew Bill Proposes $10,000 Home Upgrade Tax Credit for SeniorsSome lawmakers want to offer homeowners over age 60 a new tax break.
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Best 1031 Exchange Options for Retiring Landlords1031 investors tired of managing property have several alternatives beyond moving into a passive DST. It depends on how much control and work you want to keep.
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Homeowners: Don't Skip This ProtectionAn owner’s title insurance policy shields your finances in the event of a dispute.
By Deborah Kearns
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Travel
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Why River Cruises Are Winning Over Travelers Who Don’t Like CruisesSmall ships, personalized service and compelling destinations are a few of the reasons to travel on inland waterways.
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Beyond 1776: 4 Multi-Generational Road Trips for America's 250thSkip the crowded cobblestones of the 13 Colonies. These four regional routes prove America’s history is best learned on the open road.
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credit cardsThe Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards for YouPack your bags and earn rewards for traveling. We chose the best cards for airline, hotel and other perks to help you save money.
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Hilton Honors Bonus Offer Worth $780Earn 130,000 Hilton Honors bonus points with the American Express Surpass Card.
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11 Unforgettable Road Trips to Take in RetirementMore than a travel trend, the road trip is a quintessential American tradition, with millions of us taking them each year. Here's a guide to helping you choose your next adventure.
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Flying After 65? These Are the 11 Best Travel Hacks for Active RetireesMore retirees are hitting the road for their dream trips, and with some creative travel hacks, you can travel the world without breaking the bank.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Economic Forecasts
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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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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Energy Outlook: Drivers Face Painful Gas PricesAn end to the conflict with Iran could unlock Middle Eastern oil exports trapped in the Persian Gulf. But markets have seen peace deals fall apart before.
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The Kiplinger LetterIran Conflict Boosts Inflation ThreatThe Federal Reserve faces a dilemma on how quickly to raise interest rates as prices of key commodities stay high.
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Economic OutlooksKiplinger Housing Outlook: May Sees Multifamily Building SpikeHigh mortgage rates, persistent inflation and affordability constraints continue to weigh on housing demand and builder sentiment.
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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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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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The Kiplinger LetterDemand for Air Conditioning Heats UpHotter global temperatures spell growth opportunities for the HVAC industry.
By Matthew Housiaux
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What to Expect From the July CPI ReportThe July CPI report will be released Wednesday morning. Here's what we expect the data to show.
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Beyond 1776: 4 Multi-Generational Road Trips for America's 250thSkip the crowded cobblestones of the 13 Colonies. These four regional routes prove America’s history is best learned on the open road.
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Why River Cruises Are Winning Over Travelers Who Don’t Like CruisesSmall ships, personalized service and compelling destinations are a few of the reasons to travel on inland waterways.
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Why Buyers Drop Out of Minority Business SalesMinority-owned businesses contribute billions to the economy. But when it's time to sell, founders can struggle to close the deal. How to face the challenges.
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Buying a Business: Avoid This $1.1M MistakeWaiting to buy a business because of uncertainty often costs professionals more in missed compounding wealth than the risks they are trying to avoid would cost.
By Brian Hanks, MBA, CFP®
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Kiplinger GDP Outlook: No Recession, But Low Economic GrowthKiplinger Forecasts 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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