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Investing
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savingsHow to Cash in Savings BondsWhether you bought savings bonds during inflation’s peak or have older bonds collecting dust, take these steps to cash them in.
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QuizHow Much Do You Know About Stock Market Seasonality? Take Our Quiz to Find OutIs stock market seasonality signal or noise? Let's talk about patterns and tendencies we see across the trading and investing calendar.
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Memories Over Money: A Lesson in True WealthWhile financial security is important, the real secret to happiness is building a "memory balance sheet" of unforgettable experiences with the people you love.
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How Much International Exposure (If Any) Should Your ETF Portfolio Have?International stocks can improve diversification, but U.S. investors still need to decide how much foreign exposure belongs in an ETF portfolio.
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Family Financial Planning Starts With CommunicationHow much do you know about your family's life insurance and financial planning? Talking about it will create clarity now, before it becomes urgent.
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Nasdaq Sinks 694 Points as Meta Stock Slumps: Stock Market TodayPost-earnings drops for Meta and Tesla weighed on the broader tech sector, while Procter & Gamble's results signaled a resilient consumer.
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momentum stocks5 Best Momentum Stocks to Buy for More Upside in 2027These high-flyers have outperformed this year and look set for more gains next year, too. Here are the best momentum stocks to buy right now.
By Jeff Reeves
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Retirement
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The Social Security Test Every Wealthy Retiree Must TakeWhen you work and collect Social Security benefits before your FRA, you are subject to the Retirement Earning Test that could result in a temporary reduction of your benefits.
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QuizHow Much Do You Know About Stock Market Seasonality? Take Our Quiz to Find OutIs stock market seasonality signal or noise? Let's talk about patterns and tendencies we see across the trading and investing calendar.
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9 Changes to Social Security in 2027Higher payouts, new tax limits and updated earnings rules are coming in January. Here is everything retirees and workers need to know.
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Memories Over Money: A Lesson in True WealthWhile financial security is important, the real secret to happiness is building a "memory balance sheet" of unforgettable experiences with the people you love.
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Retirement5 Little-Known Retirement Tax 'Gotchas'Hidden rules, automatic surcharges, and tax-bracket traps can catch even careful retirees off guard. Here's what to know.
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BasicsHow to Apply for a Social Security Replacement CardGetting a Social Security replacement card, especially online, is straightforward. You just need the right documents on hand and a new government login.
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Guaranteed Retirement Income or Market Withdrawals? 3 Questions to Ask YourselfPay as you go or turn some of your retirement savings into a regular paycheck? Answer these three questions to see which approach makes the most sense for you.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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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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Taxes
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Retirement5 Little-Known Retirement Tax 'Gotchas'Hidden rules, automatic surcharges, and tax-bracket traps can catch even careful retirees off guard. Here's what to know.
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State TaxConnecticut Tax GuideExplore Connecticut's state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Connecticut compares nationwide.
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Tax ChangesProperty Tax Changes on the Ballot in 7 States: What Homeowners Should KnowWith housing costs remaining high, key midterm election ballot measures offer some voters a chance to rein in property taxes.
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Tax Deadlines2026 Tax Deadline: Does Your State Have an IRS Disaster Extension?Everything you need to know about the 2026 extended tax deadlines issued by the IRS.
By Kate Schubel
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Personal Finance
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The Social Security Test Every Wealthy Retiree Must TakeWhen you work and collect Social Security benefits before your FRA, you are subject to the Retirement Earning Test that could result in a temporary reduction of your benefits.
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savingsHow to Cash in Savings BondsWhether you bought savings bonds during inflation’s peak or have older bonds collecting dust, take these steps to cash them in.
By Ella Vincent -
Family Financial Planning Starts With CommunicationHow much do you know about your family's life insurance and financial planning? Talking about it will create clarity now, before it becomes urgent.
By Jared Nepa -
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.
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How to Switch Car Insurance the Right WaySwitching car insurance companies could save you hundreds. Learn when and how to make the switch to maximize savings and avoid hidden fees.
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3 Changes to Treasury Direct You Need to KnowIf you need to redeem savings bonds or use other services, be aware of these changes to Treasury Direct.
By Ella Vincent
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Real Estate
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Insurance Costs More Than Property Taxes in 75% of Counties: StudyHomeowners across most of the US are now spending more on insurance than they are on property taxes.
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How US Citizens Can Buy Property in PortugalBuying a property in Portugal may be a good investment, but you'll need to jump through these legal, tax and administrative hoops before you get to call it home.
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5 Reasons Millionaires Choose to Rent Instead of BuyFrom market volatility to lifestyle perks, here's why the wealthy are rethinking the American dream.
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Why Do People Retire to Florida? 9 Things You Must KnowAttention Florida-bound retirees: There's more to the Sunshine State than Disney, golf and beaches.
By Bob Niedt
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Travel
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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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How Have Prices Changed Since the Iran War Began?Gas prices aren't the only thing that's been impacted by the conflict with Iran.
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Why Do People Retire to Florida? 9 Things You Must KnowAttention Florida-bound retirees: There's more to the Sunshine State than Disney, golf and beaches.
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Do You Need Travel Health Insurance?Find out when travel health insurance is necessary, what it covers, how much it costs and more.
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It's About to Get Harder to Get a Refund for Delayed FlightsThe Department of Transportation's new rule limits your right to compensation for delayed flights.
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15 Money-Saving Travel Tips for RetireesGlobetrotting in your golden years doesn't have to cost a fortune. Here are 15 ways to cut your travel expenses.
By Jackie Stewart
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Economic Forecasts
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Energy Outlook: Drivers Face Painful Gas PricesOngoing disruptions to oil production and refining in the Middle East and Russia keep fuel prices elevated.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Retail Outlook: Consumers Keep Spending, but…Strong retail sales gains appeared across the board, but tighter budgets are coming.
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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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The Kiplinger LetterSEC Paves the Way for Blockchain Stock Trading in Landmark ShiftThe U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has launched a five-year exemption for tokenized equities, bridging traditional stock markets with blockchain.
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Economic OutlooksKiplinger Housing Outlook: May Sees Multifamily Building SpikeAggressive builder discounting and rate buydowns drive a surge in new-home sales.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Jobs Outlook: Job Gains Return to EarthKiplinger's monthly jobs round-up covers the latest changes in the labor market, from job gains to wage fluctuations.
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Kiplinger ForecastsKiplinger GDP Outlook: No Recession, But Low Economic GrowthIn the latest Kiplinger GDP forecast, we expect modest-to-moderate growth in the second half of 2025 and through 2026.
By David Payne
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3 Changes to Treasury Direct You Need to KnowIf you need to redeem savings bonds or use other services, be aware of these changes to Treasury Direct.
By Ella Vincent
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Why Do People Retire to Florida? 9 Things You Must KnowAttention Florida-bound retirees: There's more to the Sunshine State than Disney, golf and beaches.
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The Companies Placing Bets on Putting Data Centers in SpaceThe Kiplinger Letter Data centers in space are a long-term project with uncertain prospects. That’s not stopping a frenzy of activity in the coming years.
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Do You Need Travel Health Insurance?Find out when travel health insurance is necessary, what it covers, how much it costs and more.
By Erin Bendig
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What Happens When a Treasury Bill Matures?Plan to squeeze the most value out of your investment when a Treasury bill matures.
By Charles Lewis Sizemore, CFA
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AI Start-Ups Keep Soaring HigherThe Kiplinger Letter To understand the excitement and frothiness around artificial intelligence, look no further than the sky-high valuations of AI start-ups.
By John Miley
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