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Portfolio Diversification Lessons From 'The Three Little Pigs'Is your portfolio as well built and diversified as you think? If you're worried it won't help keep you safe in retirement, it could be time to renovate.
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Living Benefits: Life Insurance You Don't Have to Die to UseMillions of Americans have no protection for unexpected health costs in retirement. The answer isn't health insurance.
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How to Build a Financial Plan Around a Variable IncomeManaging variable income is much less stressful when you build your budget around your lowest typical earnings, and use automated systems for savings and taxes.
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How the Stock Market Performed in the Second Quarter of 2026Q2 2026 was defined by a disconnect between soaring market valuations and underlying economic realities. Speculative fervor is making the landscape casinolike.
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The Kiplinger 25The Kiplinger 25: Our Favorite No-Load Mutual FundsThe Kiplinger 25 is a list of our top no-load mutual funds that have proven capable of weathering any storm.
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MarketsStock Market Holidays in 2026: NYSE, NASDAQ and Wall Street HolidaysWhen are the stock market holidays? Here, we look at which days the NYSE, Nasdaq and bond markets are off in 2026.
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Portfolio Diversification Lessons From 'The Three Little Pigs'
Is your portfolio as well built and diversified as you think? If you're worried it won't help keep you safe in retirement, it could be time to renovate.
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How the Stock Market Performed in the Second Quarter of 2026Q2 2026 was defined by a disconnect between soaring market valuations and underlying economic realities. Speculative fervor is making the landscape casinolike.
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8 Costly 401(k) Mistakes That Can Tank Your Retirement401(k) mistakes like cashing out early and not taking advantage of an employer match can upend your retirement.
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What Bobby Bonilla Day Can Teach You About RetirementHis million-dollar July 1 paycheck isn't something most people can replicate, but the idea behind it can help you build a stronger retirement plan.
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Is Your Financial Adviser's 1% Fee Worth It?The 1% adviser fee has been a mainstay for retirement planning. But now that AI is doing some of their work, it’s worth knowing exactly what you're paying for.
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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 SchubelTax 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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Income TaxAvoiding the Widows' Penalty Tax Trap After a Spouse PassesMany surviving spouses are surprised to discover that losing a partner can mean paying higher taxes on less income.
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Tax LawWhat the Supreme Court's Latest Decisions Mean for Your Money This YearSeveral recent U.S. Supreme Court rulings could have notable financial consequences for homeowners, taxpayers, investors, and consumers.
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Why (and How) Real Estate Investors Can Defer Taxes ForeverReal estate investors can use 1031 exchanges and depreciation to defer taxes over a lifetime, before passing assets to heirs tax-free. Here's how it works.
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Tax LawWhat New Supreme Court Rulings Mean for Your Money in 2026
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Living Benefits: Life Insurance You Don't Have to Die to UseMillions of Americans have no protection for unexpected health costs in retirement. The answer isn't health insurance.
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How to Build a Financial Plan Around a Variable IncomeManaging variable income is much less stressful when you build your budget around your lowest typical earnings, and use automated systems for savings and taxes.
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The Biggest Money Fears of the Ultra-RichEven billionaires worry about money. Here's what keeps the ultra-wealthy up at night.
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What Bobby Bonilla Day Can Teach You About Retirement
His million-dollar July 1 paycheck isn't something most people can replicate, but the idea behind it can help you build a stronger retirement plan.
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What It Really Costs to Own a Home TodayThe true cost of homeownership goes far beyond the mortgage payment. Here's what to consider before making an offer.
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7 Sam's Club Perks Costco Members Might Envy in 2026Here are seven membership perks that could make Costco shoppers take notice.
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What It Really Costs to Own a Home TodayThe true cost of homeownership goes far beyond the mortgage payment. Here's what to consider before making an offer.
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Why (and How) Real Estate Investors Can Defer Taxes Forever
Real estate investors can use 1031 exchanges and depreciation to defer taxes over a lifetime, before passing assets to heirs tax-free. Here's how it works.
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The 'Florida Flip' for Roth Conversions and Lower RMDsStaring down a massive RMD tax bill at age 75? Relocating to a zero-tax state for a few years could slash your Roth conversion costs. Just beware of the pitfalls.
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Find the Best 30-Year Mortgage RatesSee today's 30-year mortgage rates, compare lenders and learn the steps that can help you lock in a better home loan.
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Would You Buy Airbnb's New 'Rooms' Option? Why I'll Still Be in a HotelAirbnb announced a plan to rent single rooms. A Kiplinger staffer weighs in on travel plans.
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Use These AARP Deals and Tips For TravelUse these AARP travel deals during your next vacation to save on hotels and rental cars.
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The Kiplinger LetterCan Congress Fix Social Security's Funding Crunch?If nothing is done, Social Security benefits will need to be cut by 22% in 2033.
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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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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Retail Outlook: Consumers Spend Freely, for NowLow savings rates and higher gasoline costs imply a slowdown in spending at some point.
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The Kiplinger LetterHow the World is Absorbing the 2026 Energy CrisisFrom European sluggishness to a cooling Chinese market, shifting monetary policy and massive capital expenditures will dictate global resilience this year.
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