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7 Assets to Leave Out of Your Roth IRA
Instead of treating your Roth IRA as "the best account" for everything, consider keeping these seven assets in accounts with better tax benefits or flexibility.
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Options for the Stock You Have Too Much Of (Plus, Its Risks)
When it comes to stock, too much of a good thing is risky. Here are five ways to get out of a concentrated stock position — and the potential drawbacks of each.
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How to De-Risk Your Portfolio in 5 Different Scenarios
If you're worried about the market or your personal circumstances, take these steps to help you sleep at night.
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Is Your Financial Adviser's Fee Model Outdated?
Your adviser probably uses technology that lets them manage your portfolio at the touch of a button, so why haven't they updated how they charge for their work?
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How to Tackle the Nowhere-to-Be Thing in Retirement
Too much free time in retirement can come as a shock after decades of working. How can you ensure you don't overfill your days or let too many drift by?
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6 Steps to Quickly Build Your Emergency Fund
How would you cover a $1,000 bill for urgent costs? Use a credit card? Get a family loan? Far better to have an emergency fund. Here's how to set it up quickly.
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Your 5-Step Guide to Financial Freedom After Divorce
Living on one income after a divorce can be tough, particularly if you've never had to manage your money. But these steps make it possible — and liberating.
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Seven Great Places to Retire in Florida
The Sunshine State remains a beacon for retirees, offering warm weather, sandy beaches, and a relatively low cost of living. Here's a look at where to live.
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7 Assets to Leave Out of Your Roth IRA
Instead of treating your Roth IRA as "the best account" for everything, consider keeping these seven assets in accounts with better tax benefits or flexibility.
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Is Your Financial Adviser's Fee Model Outdated?
Your adviser probably uses technology that lets them manage your portfolio at the touch of a button, so why haven't they updated how they charge for their work?
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We Will Inherit $3 Million: Can We Retire Now?
We're 60 with $550K saved. We know we'll inherit when my elderly father passes away. Can we retire now, even though we can't technically afford it?
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How to Tackle the Nowhere-to-Be Thing in Retirement
Too much free time in retirement can come as a shock after decades of working. How can you ensure you don't overfill your days or let too many drift by?
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3 Questions That Reveal if You’re Actually Ready to Age in Place
Is your "forever home" actually a "Peter Pan house?" The age-in-place dream often hits these three unexpected roadblocks.
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Claiming Social Security Soon? 5 Smart Moves to Make Now
Claiming Social Security is a lifelong decision, and poor choices can cost the average couple more than $180,000. Complete these tasks to avoid a big mistake.
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Alexandra Svokos
Digital Managing Editor
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Karee Venema
Senior Investing Editor
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Kelley R. Taylor
Senior Tax Editor
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Alexandra Twin
Senior Retirement Editor
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David Dittman
Investing Editor
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Ellen Kennedy
Retirement Editor
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Carla Ayers
Personal Finance Editor
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Donna LeValley
Retirement Writer
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Kate Schubel
Tax Writer
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Sean Jackson
Personal Finance Writer
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Donna Fuscaldo
Retirement Writer
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Rachael Green
Personal Finance Writer
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Ben Demers
Audience Engagement Manager
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Dan Burrows
Senior Investing Writer
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Travel Icon Rick Steves Cheers a 'Millionaire Tax.' Here's What Other Wealthy Americans Have Said in Support of Higher Taxes
"A new tax on fat paychecks like mine was just signed into law in my home state — and I like it," Steves said.
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State TaxStates With No Income Tax in 2026: Ranked by Real Cost of Living
When deciding where to live, income tax savings are just part of the equation. Housing, everyday expenses, and other levies determine your true cost.
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Ask the EditorAsk the Editor: Questions on Tax Return Filing Deadline
In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on the due date for filing your federal tax return and other tax filing subjects.
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State TaxFlorida Tax Trade-Off: Why 0% Income Tax Doesn’t Always Mean a Cheaper Retirement in 2026
Florida’s tax-friendly reputation draws retirees every year, but potential 2026 property tax changes, rising insurance costs, and everyday expenses can impact your wallet.
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How to Watch The Masters for Less
If you plan to watch The Masters and are looking for ways to save, we'll show you several options.
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Seven Great Places to Retire in Florida
The Sunshine State remains a beacon for retirees, offering warm weather, sandy beaches, and a relatively low cost of living. Here's a look at where to live.
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How to De-Risk Your Portfolio in 5 Different Scenarios
If you're worried about the market or your personal circumstances, take these steps to help you sleep at night.
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Smart Transportation Alternatives for Seniors to Avoid Rising Gas Prices
With gas prices averaging more than $4 per gallon, small changes can lead to big savings.
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6 Steps to Quickly Build Your Emergency Fund
How would you cover a $1,000 bill for urgent costs? Use a credit card? Get a family loan? Far better to have an emergency fund. Here's how to set it up quickly.
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Your 5-Step Guide to Financial Freedom After Divorce
Living on one income after a divorce can be tough, particularly if you've never had to manage your money. But these steps make it possible — and liberating.
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Seven Great Places to Retire in Florida
The Sunshine State remains a beacon for retirees, offering warm weather, sandy beaches, and a relatively low cost of living. Here's a look at where to live.
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3 Questions That Reveal if You’re Actually Ready to Age in Place
Is your "forever home" actually a "Peter Pan house?" The age-in-place dream often hits these three unexpected roadblocks.
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When Does Refinancing Make Sense?
Thinking about refinancing your mortgage? Here's what you need to consider.
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Should I Take Out a Loan From My $1.5 million 401(k)?
We asked a wealth planner if borrowing from a 401(k) for a home improvement project would throw a retirement plan off course. The answer may surprise you.
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You Might Already Qualify for a Second Passport. Here’s How to Find Out
New rules are expanding who qualifies for citizenship by ancestry. Who qualifies and what it costs
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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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5 Ways to Beat Rising Oil Prices This Summer
Oil prices are rising fast. Learn where costs will hit next and how to save
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Our Son Can't Come on the Family Cruise. Should I Send Him a Check?
I'm disappointed my son can't go to Greece with us, but we can't reschedule. I want him to feel we are treating him fairly.
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credit cardsThe Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards for You
Pack 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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Best Airline Credit Card Bonuses That Come with Free Companion Tickets
We’ve rounded up the two best airline credit card bonuses worth up to $720 to help you rack up miles, earn a companion pass and pay for your next big vacation.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Jobs Outlook: Is The Jan. Jump in Jobs a One-Off?
Kiplinger's monthly jobs round-up covers the latest changes in the labor market, from job gains to wage fluctuations.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Retail Outlook: Rise in Gasoline Prices Will Slow Some Sales
Sales rebounded in February after snowstorms, but inflation-adjusted sales should slow a bit going forward.
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The Kiplinger LetterIran War Looms Over Spring Home-Buying Season
The Iran conflict has put the housing market recovery on hold by driving up mortgage rates and raising costs for builders.
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ForecastsKiplinger Interest Rates Outlook: Fed Pauses Rates Cuts
The Fed suggests that it is not likely to cut rates further unless the jobs market weakens more.
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Economic OutlooksKiplinger Housing Outlook: A Critical Turning Point in 2026
The housing market is in the doldrums, but subtle shifts are finally on the way.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Business Costs Outlook: Spending, Costs Rise
Trade deals reduce tariff uncertainty, but lock in higher costs of imports.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Energy Outlook: War in Iran Spells Higher Gas Prices in the US
The loss of roughly a tenth of the world’s oil supply is already raising prices at the gas pump, with more increases to come.
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Travel Icon Rick Steves Cheers a 'Millionaire Tax.' Here's What Other Wealthy Americans Have Said in Support of Higher Taxes
"A new tax on fat paychecks like mine was just signed into law in my home state — and I like it," Steves said.
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5 Ways to Beat Rising Oil Prices This Summer
Oil prices are rising fast. Learn where costs will hit next and how to save
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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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Why retirees are spending more on travel now
Here is what the SKI trend means for your retirement plan.
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You Might Already Qualify for a Second Passport. Here’s How to Find Out
New rules are expanding who qualifies for citizenship by ancestry. Who qualifies and what it costs
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Are You Ready to Go Upmarket? What Advisers Need to Know
If you're already serving mass-affluent clients, moving into the high-net worth arena may seem like the natural progression. But it's not always that simple.
