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Can You Afford a Million-Dollar Home on a $250,000 Salary?
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Seven Surprising Reasons Retirees Are Going Back to Work
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I'm an Investment Strategist: This Is How the Fed's Next Rate Move Could Impact Your Wallet
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Want to Shave 10 Hours Off Your Workweek? A Startup Expert Shows How AI Can Help
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Back to Golf School — for Adults and Retirees
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What to Do If Your Credit Card Is Closed
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Investing
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I'm a Financial Planner: Could Partial Retirement Be the Right Move for You?
Many Americans close to retirement are questioning whether they should take the full leap into retirement or continue to work part-time.
By Tony Drake, CFP®, Investment Advisor Representative
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From Mortgages to Taxes to Estates: How to Prepare for Falling Interest Rates
As speculation grows that the Federal Reserve will soon start lowering interest rates, now is a good time to review your financial plans for housing, estate, taxes, investing and retirement to make the most of potential changes.
By Mallon FitzPatrick, CFP®, AEP®, CLU®
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This Is How Lottery Winners Build Lasting Legacies, From a Financial Professional
Winning a massive lottery jackpot, like the recent $1.4 billion Powerball, requires seeking immediate legal and financial counsel, protecting your identity and winnings and planning your legacy.
By Peter J. Klein, CFA®, CAP®, CSRIC®, CRPS®
Personal Finance
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My First $1 Million: Retired Magazine Editor, 70, Boise, Idaho
Ever wonder how someone who's made a million dollars or more did it? Kiplinger's My First $1 Million series uncovers the answers.
By Joyce Lamb
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From Mortgages to Taxes to Estates: How to Prepare for Falling Interest Rates
As speculation grows that the Federal Reserve will soon start lowering interest rates, now is a good time to review your financial plans for housing, estate, taxes, investing and retirement to make the most of potential changes.
By Mallon FitzPatrick, CFP®, AEP®, CLU®
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This Is How Lottery Winners Build Lasting Legacies, From a Financial Professional
Winning a massive lottery jackpot, like the recent $1.4 billion Powerball, requires seeking immediate legal and financial counsel, protecting your identity and winnings and planning your legacy.
By Peter J. Klein, CFA®, CAP®, CSRIC®, CRPS®
Meet Kiplinger's Experts
Taxes
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Standard Deduction 2025 Quiz: How Much Do You Really Know?
Quiz Test your knowledge of IRS rules that impact how much money you keep in your wallet.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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From Mortgages to Taxes to Estates: How to Prepare for Falling Interest Rates
As speculation grows that the Federal Reserve will soon start lowering interest rates, now is a good time to review your financial plans for housing, estate, taxes, investing and retirement to make the most of potential changes.
By Mallon FitzPatrick, CFP®, AEP®, CLU®
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The GOP Wants to Auto-Enroll Your Child in a 'Trump Account' for Savings
Tax Law The federal government will soon auto-enroll your kid in a tax-advantaged ‘Trump Account’ under the so-called "big, beautiful bill."
By Kate Schubel
Retirement
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How to Plan Your First International Trip After Retirement
Retirement paves the way for a world of exciting (and intimidating) experiences. An overseas journey can be an ideal way to embrace this new phase of life.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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I'm a Financial Planner: Could Partial Retirement Be the Right Move for You?
Many Americans close to retirement are questioning whether they should take the full leap into retirement or continue to work part-time.
By Tony Drake, CFP®, Investment Advisor Representative
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From Mortgages to Taxes to Estates: How to Prepare for Falling Interest Rates
As speculation grows that the Federal Reserve will soon start lowering interest rates, now is a good time to review your financial plans for housing, estate, taxes, investing and retirement to make the most of potential changes.
By Mallon FitzPatrick, CFP®, AEP®, CLU®
Real Estate
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Worst Places to Retire in the US
The worst places to retire tend to lag in quality of life, health care and affordability, according to WalletHub's 2025 survey. Is your state the worst?
By Kathryn Pomroy
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States With the Lowest Property Tax in 2025
Property Taxes Homeowners in these states received some of the lowest property tax bills in the U.S. How does yours compare?
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez
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Why a Landmark Real Estate Commission Settlement Hasn’t Lowered Costs for Homebuyers
The 2024 NAR settlement promised commission transparency and negotiation —but one year later, average fees remain unchanged. See why change has been slow and what it means for homebuyers and sellers.
By Paige Cerulli
Economic Forecasts
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Kiplinger Interest Rates Outlook: Cuts Expected to Continue
Forecasts 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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Kiplinger Inflation Outlook: A Tick Up for Services Adds to Fed’s Quandary
Economic Forecasts Will the modest rise in services inflation prevent the Federal Reserve from cutting interest rates at its next meeting?
By David Payne
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How AI Puts Company Data at Risk
The Kiplinger Letter Cybersecurity professionals are racing to ward off AI threats while also using AI tools to shore up defenses.
By John Miley
The Kiplinger Letter
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US Increasing ESTA Fee to Nearly Double Starting in September
New fee structure hikes ESTA from $21 to $40, adding a new layer to visitor costs under the One Big Beautiful Bill.
By Choncé Maddox
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Kiplinger Inflation Outlook: A Tick Up for Services Adds to Fed’s Quandary
Economic Forecasts Will the modest rise in services inflation prevent the Federal Reserve from cutting interest rates at its next meeting?
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It Could Soon Be Harder to Get a Refund on a Flight Gone Wrong
The Department of Transportation's deregulation efforts are taking aim at your rights to compensation for delays, canceled flights, lost baggage and more.
By Rachael Green
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Payouts Finally Begin in $725M Facebook Settlement
You may be owed money from Meta as part of a Facebook settlement stemming from the 2016 election. Here's what you should know.
By Ben Demers
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How to Find the Perfect Cruise For You
In the wake of the pandemic, cruises are more popular than ever — and the choices are plentiful. Here's how to find your perfect cruise.
By Laura Petrecca