
-
My Advice for Enrolling in Medicare Part B — Based on Experience
-
Best Dividend Kings for Decades of Dividend Growth
dividend stocks -
Before You Invest Like a Politician, Consider This Dilemma
-
How to Put Together Your Personal Net Worth Statement
-
Bouncing Back: New Tunes for Millennials Trying to Make It
-
What the Capital One Discover Merger Means for Your Wallet
Get Kiplinger Today newsletter — free
Profit and prosper with the best of Kiplinger's advice on investing, taxes, retirement, personal finance and much more. Delivered daily. Enter your email in the box and click Sign Me Up.
Investing
-
Within Five Years of Retirement? Five Things to Do Now
If you're retiring in the next five years, your to-do list should contain some financial planning and, according to current retirees, a few life goals, too.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® Published
-
The Home Stretch: Seven Essential Steps for Pre-Retirees
The decade before retirement is the home stretch in the race to quit work — but there are crucial financial decisions to make before you reach the finish line.
By Mike Dullaghan, AIF® Published
-
Stock Market Today: Great Power Affairs Mesmerize Markets
The U.S. and China are at least talking about talking about tariffs, and investors, traders and speculators are showing a little less fear.
By David Dittman Published
Personal Finance
-
Best 5-Year CD Rates
If you're looking for a reliable way to save money and earn a little extra, a five-year CD can help you reach your savings goals. Here are our top picks.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
-
Best Apple Deals: iPhones, MacBooks, iPads & More
Shop 31 of the best Apple deals from Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart and more. Save on the iPhone 15, Apple Watch Series 10, MacBooks, iPads and AirPods — while you still can.
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
-
Smart Places to Park Your Money During Market Volatility if You’re Nearing Retirement
Learn how to use high-yield savings accounts, CDs, Treasury securities, annuities and dividend stocks to stay steady in uncertain times.
By Dori Zinn Published
Meet Kiplinger's Experts
Taxes
-
5 Retirement Tips to Help Women Take Control of Their Future
It's a mistake to let someone else make all your financial decisions. You can take control of your finances by reviewing the basics of a good retirement plan.
By Stacia Williams, Investment Adviser Representative Last updated
-
Ten Cheapest Places To Live in Florida
Property Tax Make your Florida vacation spot daily living — these counties have the lowest property tax bills in the state.
By Kate Schubel Published
-
Trump’s Tax Cut Risks Your SNAP, Medicaid Benefits
Tax Cuts The GOP budget blueprint could slash lifesaving programs for millions of U.S. households.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Published
Kiplinger Advisor Collective
-
Easing the Challenges of Caring for Aging Parents
Here are some strategies that can help reduce the effort and stress involved.
By Mario Hernandez Published
-
How to Access Private Markets with Interval Funds
Let's explore how interval funds work — and how they're opening the doors to private market investing.
By Nicholas Pope Published
-
Planning for Health Care Costs in Retirement: A Comprehensive Guide
Medical expenses aren't slowing down, and if you're not prepared, they can hit you like a ton of bricks.
By Bob Chitrathorn Published
Retirement
-
Within Five Years of Retirement? Five Things to Do Now
If you're retiring in the next five years, your to-do list should contain some financial planning and, according to current retirees, a few life goals, too.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® Published
-
The Home Stretch: Seven Essential Steps for Pre-Retirees
The decade before retirement is the home stretch in the race to quit work — but there are crucial financial decisions to make before you reach the finish line.
By Mike Dullaghan, AIF® Published
-
Social Security Under Trump Live Updates to Keep You Up to Date: Does The Average Monthly Social Security Check for March
Social Security Blog Social Security is undergoing big changes in 2025 under President Trump. Get live daily news, updates, tips and analysis to help you navigate the developments.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
Real Estate
-
Five DIY Security Upgrades That Can Lower Your Home Insurance Premium
Protect your home and your wallet with these easy, affordable upgrades that may qualify you for insurance discounts.
By Paige Cerulli Published
-
What It Really Takes to Buy a Home in 2025: Affordability, Income and Market Challenges
Home prices are up, mortgage rates are high and buyers are getting older. Here's what it really takes to afford a house in today's market.
By Dori Zinn Published
-
Arizona Retirement: Nine Things You Must Know
retirement The Grand Canyon State offers so much more than that gorgeous hole in the ground. Check out whether you'd like to spend your golden years in this southwestern state.
By Bob Niedt Last updated
retirement
Economic Forecasts
-
The Economic Impact of the US-China Trade War
The Letter The US-China trade war will impact US consumers and business. The decoupling process could be messy.
By David Payne Published
The Letter -
AI Heads to Washington
The Kiplinger Letter There’s big opportunity for AI tools that analyze MRIs and other medical images. But also big challenges that clinicians and companies will have to overcome.
By John Miley Published
The Kiplinger Letter -
Trump Dials Back Most Tariffs but Targets China
The Kiplinger Letter Wall Street hopes that higher tariffs on most countries are on hold for good. But the trade war between the U.S. and China is heating up.
By Jim Patterson Published
The Kiplinger Letter
More from Kiplinger
-
80-Year Old Dick Durbin, the Senate’s No. 2 Democrat, To Retire After 44 Years in Congress
‘In my heart, I know it’s time to pass the torch,’ Senator Durbin said in a statement.
By Kathryn Pomroy Published
-
The Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards for You
credit cards 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 Ellen B. Kennedy Last updated
credit cards -
2026 Disney Dining Plan Returns: Free Dining for Kids & Resort Benefits
Plan your 2026 Walt Disney World vacation now. Learn about the returning Disney Dining Plan, how kids aged three to nine eat free, and the exclusive benefits of staying at a Disney Resort hotel.
By Carla Ayers Published
-
Do You Need an AI Agent in Your Life?
AI agents promise to be the next big thing in artificial intelligence, but what exactly do they do?
By Tom Taulli Published
-
What to Know About TSA PreCheck During a Busy Travel Season
Consider signing up for TSA PreCheck to avoid long lines at the airport and during the busiest travel seasons.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
-
You Can Now Renew Your Passport Online
Don't miss out on the cost of your entire trip because you forgot how long it takes to renew your passport. And if you have a passport, you can renew it online.
By Becca van Sambeck Last updated