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September 2026 Fed Meeting: Live Updates and CommentaryThe September 2026 Fed meeting is the biggest economic event this week, with all eyes centered on what Chair Warsh & Co. decide to do with interest rates.
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How to Strategize Your Social Security BenefitsClaiming Social Security too early or too late can impact your entire financial picture in retirement. It pays to carry out a proper analysis before you commit.
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How Women Should Plan for Retirement DifferentlyWomen's retirement planning should account for longer life expectancies, costlier long-term care, and different investment and estate planning requirements.
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Avoid These Vacation Home Estate Planning MistakesThe family vacation home could become a cause of conflict without a plan for how it will pass to your heirs — and a conversation about who actually wants it.
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Dow Loses 328 Points While Waiting for the Fed: Stock Market TodayOil prices and bond yields continue to rise, and stocks continue to struggle, as the Fed gets together to talk about inflation and interest rates.
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The Kiplinger LetterFarmers Brace For Higher CostsThe war in Iran hikes prices for key agricultural inputs.
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The Hidden Costs of Inheriting an Investment PortfolioInheriting a portfolio isn't as straightforward as it may seem. Taxes, missed IRA deadlines and high fees can impact how much you'll actually receive.
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How to Strategize Your Social Security Benefits
Claiming Social Security too early or too late can impact your entire financial picture in retirement. It pays to carry out a proper analysis before you commit.
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Who Actually Wins the Great Wealth Transfer?The Great Wealth Transfer promises trillions in inheritance. Discover how age, race, taxes, and healthcare costs shape who actually receives boomer wealth.
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How Women Should Plan for Retirement DifferentlyWomen's retirement planning should account for longer life expectancies, costlier long-term care, and different investment and estate planning requirements.
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Avoid These Vacation Home Estate Planning MistakesThe family vacation home could become a cause of conflict without a plan for how it will pass to your heirs — and a conversation about who actually wants it.
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11 Costly Medicare Mistakes You Should Avoid MakingIf you don't make the right choices, you could end up with higher Medicare premiums and high out-of-pocket costs.
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The Average Gen X 401(k) Balance Kind of BitesGen X, the first generation to rely on 401(k)s to build and grow a nest egg, is nearing retirement. 2026 data shows a hefty shortfall between the "magic number" for retirement and Gen X savings.
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The Hidden Costs of Inheriting an Investment PortfolioInheriting a portfolio isn't as straightforward as it may seem. Taxes, missed IRA deadlines and high fees can impact how much you'll actually receive.
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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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Tax Policy7 New Tax Brackets Proposed for High Earners: Who Would Pay More?Is it time to add more federal income tax brackets? A new analysis says yes.
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The Hidden Costs of Inheriting an Investment Portfolio
Inheriting a portfolio isn't as straightforward as it may seem. Taxes, missed IRA deadlines and high fees can impact how much you'll actually receive.
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Savings AccountsIs High-Yield Savings Account Interest Taxable? What to Know for 2026Think a high-yield savings account is a good idea? Don’t forget taxes on savings account interest.
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Rebate ChecksStates Sending 'Stimulus' Checks in 2026Some people are receiving one-time state rebate checks. Is your state sending money?
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10 States With the Cheapest Car InsuranceCar insurance rates are sky-high, but not everywhere. Drivers in these 10 states pay as little as $600 per year.
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Can You Afford to Live on One Income? 7 Things to Do Before a Parent QuitsThinking about giving up a second income to avoid childcare costs? These seven financial moves can help you decide if your family can afford it.
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5 Financial Traps You Don't Realize You're inThese common financial traps will drain your budget and erode your wealth-building capabilities.
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11 Costly Medicare Mistakes You Should Avoid Making
If you don't make the right choices, you could end up with higher Medicare premiums and high out-of-pocket costs.
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Are You Part of the Shrinking Middle Class?The share of Americans in the middle class has been dwindling for decades. Here's how to tell if you're part of the shrinking middle class.
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Savings AccountsIs High-Yield Savings Account Interest Taxable? What to Know for 2026
Think a high-yield savings account is a good idea? Don’t forget taxes on savings account interest.
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I'm a Retirement Editor, But My Parents' Estate Tripped Me Up With a Snake and a GunMy parents took meticulous care of their home and estate planning. But when it came time to sell their house of 54 years, all hell broke loose. Here are the five lessons I learned.
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Economic OutlooksKiplinger Housing Outlook: May Sees Multifamily Building SpikeHigh mortgage rates, persistent affordability constraints and elevated input costs continue to plague the housing market.
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How Your Employer Could Help You Buy a HomeMore companies are looking at offering employees support for buying a home — including down payment assistance — as a workplace benefit.
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How the Energy Crisis Is Changing Real Estate InvestingFrom strategic 1031 exchanges to 100% bonus depreciation and Opportunity Funds, this is how savvy investors are turning global turbulence into long-term wealth.
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Travel5 Fall Trips That Are Even Better After You RetireTake advantage of retirement’s flexibility with these five fall getaways offering beautiful scenery, great food, history and fewer summer crowds.
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Is the Hilton Honors Amex Surpass Card Worth It?Frequent Hilton guests can get more from their stays with the Hilton Honors American Express Surpass Card. Here’s what to know about its hotel perks, rewards and travel benefits.
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TravelDo I Still Need Travel Insurance If I Have Coverage Through a Credit Card?Many credit cards offer travel insurance as a perk, but is the coverage comprehensive enough to skip buying a separate policy?
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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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Capital One Venture Rewards: Is the $95 Card Worth It?Capital One Venture Rewards offers flexible miles, travel perks and simple rewards. See what you get for the $95 annual fee and who the card suits best.
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How to Add Your Driver’s License or Passport to Apple WalletLearn how to add a driver’s license, state ID or passport-based Digital ID to Apple Wallet, where you can use it and when you still need physical ID.
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The Kiplinger LetterFarmers Brace For Higher Costs
The war in Iran hikes prices for key agricultural inputs.
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ForecastsKiplinger Trade Outlook: Trade Deficit WidensKiplinger's latest forecast on trade: U.S. exports, imports and our net trade deficit.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Inflation Outlook: A Pickup Is Coming in AugustThe 3.4% inflation rate in August was not the improvement that policymakers at the Federal Reserve were looking for.
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Economic OutlooksKiplinger Housing Outlook: May Sees Multifamily Building SpikeHigh mortgage rates, persistent affordability constraints and elevated input costs continue to plague the housing market.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Jobs Outlook: Gains Will Moderate after August SurgeKiplinger's monthly jobs round-up covers the latest changes in the labor market, from job gains to wage fluctuations.
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The Kiplinger LetterCongress Faces Busy AutumnLawmakers likely will avert a government shutdown before hitting the campaign trail.
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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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