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Santa Claus Rally at Risk as Tech Stocks Slump: Stock Market Today
The Nasdaq Composite and Dow Jones Industrial Average led today's declines as investors took profits on high-flying tech stocks.
By Karee Venema
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dividend stocksQualified Dividends vs Ordinary Dividends: What to Know
What are qualified dividends vs ordinary dividends? Here, we examine which is which, how each one is taxed and what it means for investors.
By Charles Lewis Sizemore, CFA
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Best 401(k) Investments: Where to Invest
Knowing where to find the best 401(k) investments to put your money can be difficult. Here, we rank 10 of the largest retirement funds.
By Nellie S. Huang
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My Top 10 Stock Picks for 2026
Each year, we ask an expert to pick 10 stocks that have the potential to beat the market over the next 12 months. Here are his choices for 2026.
By James K. Glassman
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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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We're Still Bullish on Stocks
We're still bullish on stocks for 2026, but now is the time for investors to pull in their horns and dial down risk.
By Anne Kates Smith
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These Were the Hottest S&P 500 Stocks of 2025
AI winners lead the list of the S&P 500's top 25 stocks of 2025, but some of the names might surprise you.
By Dan Burrows
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Retirement
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Best 401(k) Investments: Where to Invest
Knowing where to find the best 401(k) investments to put your money can be difficult. Here, we rank 10 of the largest retirement funds.
By Nellie S. Huang
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I retired at 75 with $1.4 million. Can I withdraw more than 4%?
We asked professional wealth advisers to weigh in.
By Maurie Backman
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You've Built Your Estate Plan — Now Put It to Work
You need to share details with your family (including passwords and document locations) and stay focused on keeping your plan up to date.
By Eric W. Bond
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10 Strategies to Help Women on Their Way to Financial Power
As women gain wealth and influence, being proactive about financial planning is essential to address longevity and close gaps in confidence and caregiving.
By Camille Butterfield
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How to Make 2026 Your Best Year Yet for Retirement Savings
Make 2026 the year you stop coasting and start supercharging your retirement savings.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Retirement Taxes10 Retirement Tax Plan Moves to Make Before December 31
Proactively reviewing your health coverage, RMDs and IRAs can lower retirement taxes in 2025 and 2026. Here’s how.
By Kate Schubel
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You Saved for Retirement: 4 Pressing FAQs Now
Saving for retirement is just one step. Now, you have to figure out how to spend and maintain funds. Here are four frequently asked questions at this stage.
By Kim Clark
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Meet Kiplinger's experts
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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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Taxes
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10 Strategies to Help Women on Their Way to Financial Power
As women gain wealth and influence, being proactive about financial planning is essential to address longevity and close gaps in confidence and caregiving.
By Camille Butterfield
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Retirement Taxes10 Retirement Tax Plan Moves to Make Before December 31
Proactively reviewing your health coverage, RMDs and IRAs can lower retirement taxes in 2025 and 2026. Here’s how.
By Kate Schubel
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How to Stop These 5 Risks From Wrecking Your Retirement
Your retirement could be jeopardized if you ignore the risks you'll face later in life. From inflation to market volatility, here's what to prepare for.
By Matthew Lang
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Time to Close the Books on 2025: Money Moves to Make First
As 2025 draws to a close, take time to review your finances, maximize tax efficiency and align your goals for 2026 with the changing financial landscape.
By Jennifer T. Stephenson, CPA
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State TaxIs Unemployment Taxable? A State-by-State Guide
The federal government taxes unemployment benefits. But is unemployment taxable in your state?
By Katelyn Washington
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The Retirement Income Trinity: Cash Flow, Longevity and Tax
Retirement income planning is essential for your peace of mind — it can help you maintain your lifestyle and ease your worries that you'll run out of money.
By John McKean, CFP®
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Personal Finance
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What Is Whole Life Insurance, and Do You Need It?
Learn about whole life insurance, including how it works, how much it costs and if it might be right for you.
By Laura Gariepy
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7 Ways to Save Money on Almost Everything
High prices got you down? These strategies can help you reap deep discounts on everyday spending.
By Beth Braverman
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Should You Get Home or Car Insurance Through Costco?
Costco car and home insurance policies offer many perks for Costco members, including discounts and extra coverage options for more protection.
By Paige Cerulli
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CD Maturing Soon? Here's What to Do Next
These strategies of what to do when you have a CD maturing soon will have you maximizing returns even with rate cuts.
By Sean Jackson
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Real Estate
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Is Fear Blocking Your Desire to Retire Abroad? What to Know
Careful planning encompassing location, income, health care and visa paperwork can make it all manageable. A financial planner lays it all out.
By Stephen B. Dunbar III, JD, CLU
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With the Fed Rate Cut, Should You Sell Your House Now or Wait?
Interest rates are starting to come down as the Federal Reserve shifts course. Is it time to think about selling your house?
By Carla Ayers
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Find the Best 30-Year Mortgage Rates
Here are some of the best 30-year mortgage rates today as they've started slowly going down.
By Carla Ayers
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Economic OutlooksKiplinger Housing Outlook: A Critical Turning Point in 2026
The housing market is in the doldrums, but subtle shifts are finally on the way.
By Rodrigo Sermeño
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Travel
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3 Trips to Escape the Winter Doldrums, Including An Epic Cruise
Three winter vacation ideas to suit different types of travelers.
By Marcia DeSanctis
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Making Your Money Last15 Reasons You'll Regret an RV in Retirement
Here's why you might regret an RV in retirement. RV-savvy retirees talk about the downsides of spending retirement in a motorhome, travel trailer, fifth wheel, or other recreational vehicle.
By Bob Niedt
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How to Get Access to Airport Lounges
Want a break from the hustle and bustle of airport traffic? Here are ways to get access to airport lounges.
By Sean Jackson
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I'm 73 and dread winter, but I can't afford to be a snowbird.
How can a snowbird wannabe warm up without the expense? We asked professional wealth planners for advice.
By Maurie Backman
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TravelThe 10 Safest Countries to Visit
Check out where to travel safely before you book international travel.
By Brittany Leitner
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Hilton Honors Card Bonus Offer Worth up to $930
Earn 155,000 Hilton Honors bonus points with the American Express Surpass Card.
By Ellen B. Kennedy
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Economic Forecasts
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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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Economic OutlooksKiplinger Housing Outlook: A Critical Turning Point in 2026
The housing market is in the doldrums, but subtle shifts are finally on the way.
By Rodrigo Sermeño
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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.
By Rodrigo Sermeño
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Retail Outlook: Consumer Spending Surprisingly Strong
E-commerce sales jumped again in October, but in-store sales benefited, as well.
By David Payne
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Inflation Outlook: Surprise Drop in Inflation May Not Last
The unexpected decline in November inflation from 3.0% to 2.7% may have been partly the result of a shortened survey period.
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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ForecastsKiplinger Interest Rates Outlook: Cuts Expected to Continue
Kiplinger's experts forecast what's happening and what's next for interest rates and the Federal Reserve.
By David Payne
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3 Trips to Escape the Winter Doldrums, Including An Epic Cruise
Three winter vacation ideas to suit different types of travelers.
By Marcia DeSanctis
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Is a Cash Balance Plan Your Key to a Wealthy Retirement?
Cash balance plans have plenty of benefits for small-business owners. For starters, they can supercharge retirement savings and slash taxes. Should you opt in?
By Megan Clark, Investment Adviser Representative
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15 Reasons You'll Regret an RV in Retirement
Making Your Money Last Here's why you might regret an RV in retirement. RV-savvy retirees talk about the downsides of spending retirement in a motorhome, travel trailer, fifth wheel, or other recreational vehicle.
By Bob Niedt
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To Build Client Relationships That Last, Embrace Simplicity
As more automation becomes the norm, you can distinguish yourself as a financial professional by using technology wisely and prioritizing personal touches.
By Cody Foster
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Client Demand Is Forcing Advisers to Specialize: How to Deliver
The complexity of wealthy clients' needs — combined with AI and consumer demand — suggests the future of financial planning belongs to specialized experts.
By Jared Trexler



