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Six Financial Actions to Take the Year Before Retirement
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I'm in My 50s and Thinking About Prepaying My Own Funeral. Is it Worth It?
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I Made Some Mistakes Buying My First Home. Here's How I'm Making Sure It Doesn't Happen Again
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Best SPDR ETFs to Buy and Hold
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Boost Your HSA Savings with These Smart and Savvy Moves
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Adoption Tax Credit: What You Need to Know for 2025 and 2026
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Investing
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Financial Fact vs Fiction: The Truth About Social Security Entitlement (and Reverse Mortgages' Bad Rap)
Despite the 'entitlement' moniker, Social Security and Medicare are both benefits that workers earn. And reverse mortgages can be a strategic tool for certain people. Plus, we're setting the record straight on three other myths.
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The End of 2%? An Investment Adviser's Case for Why the Fed Should Raise Its Inflation Target
Yes, inflation can be tough on those living on fixed incomes, but protecting us from it too strictly could do our overall economy more harm than good.
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Trade Uncertainty Sparks Whipsaw Session: Stock Market Today
Volatility is making a cameo here in mid-October, a generally positive month marked by its historic stock market events.
Personal Finance
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Top Places to Park $10K (or More) as Rates Start to Fall
With more rate cuts upcoming, here are some smart places to maximize your savings on $10,000.
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Why the Ultra-Rich Still Lose Sleep Over Money
A look inside the lesser-known financial anxieties of ultra-high-net-worth individuals — and what those fears reveal about markets, policy, and wealth strategy.
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How to Prevent an Emergency When Flying With Your Pet
More and more pet owners are including their pets in their travel plans. Here's how to do that safely and with as little stress as possible.
Taxes
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Child Tax Credit, EITC, & More: Three IRS Tax Breaks Getting Bigger Soon
Tax Credits Key family tax breaks are higher for 2026, including the Earned Income Tax Credit and the Adoption Credit. Here's what they're worth.
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How the One Big Beautiful Bill Will Change Charitable Giving
Taxpayers who don't itemize will be able to take a bigger deduction for donations, which could boost giving. However, high-income donors could see their tax benefits reduced.
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IRS Updates 2026 Tax Deduction for People Age 65 and Older
Tax Changes Adjustments to the extra standard deduction can impact the tax bills of millions of older adults. Here are some new amounts to know for 2026.
Retirement
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Five Ways to Catch Up on Retirement Savings
If you’re in your highest-earning years, you can make up for lost time.
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What’s the New 2026 Estate Tax Exemption Amount?
Estate Tax The IRS just increased the exemption as we enter into a promising tax year for estates and inheritances.
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Do You Know Your ABCDs? The Essential Medicare Parts Quiz
Quiz Test your basic knowledge of different parts of Medicare in our quick quiz.
Real Estate
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How a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) Works
You can use home equity to pay off high-interest debt or improve your home, but it’s important to understand the risks.
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Nine Easy Home Hardening Projects That Also Save on Insurance
These easy home hardening projects can protect your home from the elements — and might lower your home insurance premium.
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This 1031 Exchange Strategy Can Triple Your Cash Flow
Savvy investors can use 1031 exchanges to unlock value by moving capital across markets in a play called geographic arbitrage. These tax implications can make or break the strategy.
Economic Forecasts
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Kiplinger Housing Outlook: Home Price Growth Falls
Economic Outlooks Existing home sales remain weak due to high financing costs.
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Apple Readies for AI Upgrade with New iPhones
The Kiplinger Letter The tech giant has stumbled when it comes to artificial intelligence, but a new batch of iPhones will help it make headway.
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Japan's New Era of Risk and Reform
The Kiplinger Letter Japan has entered a pivotal moment in its economic history, undertaking ambitious policy and structural reforms to escape from decades of stagnation.
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How to Prevent an Emergency When Flying With Your Pet
More and more pet owners are including their pets in their travel plans. Here's how to do that safely and with as little stress as possible.
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How to Add Your Passport to Google Wallet
Travelers can now store and use their digital passport on Android for faster, more secure airport experiences.
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Banks Are Sounding the Alarm About Stablecoins
The Kiplinger Letter The banking industry says stablecoins could have a negative impact on lending.
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Serving the HNW Market: How Financial Advisers Can Break Through and Deliver Lasting Value
Financial advisers have a significant opportunity to serve high-net-worth clients by elevating their capabilities, delivering comprehensive planning, building diverse teams and prioritizing family wealth education.
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Don't Just Sell, Connect: How Financial Advisers Can Ignite Their Sales Growth
Avoid complacency and embrace small, consistent improvements to optimize your sales process and results.
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Retirement Road Trips with Your Dog or Cat: How to Keep Your Pet Safe and Happy
Hitting the road for a retirement adventure with your pet? Check out these tips to keep your furry friend happy and safe on the journey!
