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 October Fed Meeting: Live Updates and Commentary
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 Why You Should Get Whole Life Insurance After the Fed Meeting
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 Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) 2025 and 2026: How Much Will You Get?Tax Credits
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Investing
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 Earnings Calendar and Analysis for This Weekstocks Check out our earnings calendar for this week, as well as our previews and recaps of the more noteworthy reports. By Karee Venema Last updated 
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 The Best Mid-Cap Stocks to BuyThe best mid-cap stocks are the market's so-called "sweet spot," offering up an ideal combination of financial stability and growth potential. By Kyle Woodley Last updated 
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 Manage an Inheritance Like a Pro in Just Seven Stepsinheritance How you handle an inheritance is key. A bequest could change your life, but don’t quit your day job. By Sandra Block Last updated 
Personal Finance
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 10 Cheapest Countries to Visit in 2025We find the 10 cheapest countries to visit around the world. Forget inflation and set your sights on your next vacation. By Quincy Williamson Last updated 
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 Manage an Inheritance Like a Pro in Just Seven Stepsinheritance How you handle an inheritance is key. A bequest could change your life, but don’t quit your day job. By Sandra Block Last updated 
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 Kiplinger Interest Rates Outlook: Cuts Expected to ContinueForecasts Kiplinger's experts forecast what's happening and what's next for interest rates and the Federal Reserve. By David Payne Last updated 
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Taxes
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 The Original Property Tax Hack: Avoiding The ‘Window Tax’Property Taxes Here’s how homeowners can challenge their home assessment and potentially reduce their property taxes — with a little lesson from history. By Kate Schubel Published 
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 Social Security Tax Limit Rises Again: Who Pays More in 2026?Payroll Taxes The Social Security Administration has announced significant changes affecting millions as we approach a new year. By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated 
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 Trump’s 2025 Tax Bill: What’s Changing and How It Affects Your TaxesTax Law From standard deduction amounts to tax brackets and Medicaid cuts, here’s what individual filers need to know about tax changes in Trump's so called "big beautiful bill." By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated 
Retirement
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 November Social Security Payment Schedule: When Is Your Check Arriving?The date your November Social Security benefit arrives depends on the day of the month you were born. By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated 
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 Manage an Inheritance Like a Pro in Just Seven Stepsinheritance How you handle an inheritance is key. A bequest could change your life, but don’t quit your day job. By Sandra Block Last updated 
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 10 Reasons to Leave Your Heirs a Roth IRAIncluding a Roth IRA in your estate plan has clear tax advantages, which can be passed along to your heirs for years to come. But if passed down incorrectly, your heirs won’t reap the full benefits. By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated 
Real Estate
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 With Mortgage Rates Dipping, Is Now a Good Time to Buy a House?Now that the Fed has started cutting rates, is it a good time to think about getting back into the market? By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated 
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 Should You Refinance Your Mortgage Now That the Fed Just Cut Rates?The Fed just cut rates, so mortgage refinance rates will be cheaper. Should you act now, or wait? By Donna LeValley Last updated 
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 With the Fed Rate Cut, Should You Sell Your House Now or Wait?The Fed cut rates at its September meeting for the first time in four years, with more on the way. Is it time to think about selling your house? By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated 
Economic Forecasts
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 Kiplinger Energy Outlook: Gas Could Drop Below $3 by Dec.Economic Forecasts Average gas prices could slip below $3 in time for Thanksgiving travel. By Jim Patterson Last updated Economic Forecasts
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 Kiplinger Jobs Outlook: Hiring Continuing at Reduced LevelsEconomic Forecasts Kiplinger's monthly jobs round-up covers the latest changes in the labor market, from job gains to wage fluctuations. By David Payne Last updated Economic Forecasts
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 Kiplinger Inflation Outlook: Stable for Now, but With Signs of Increasing Tariff PressureEconomic Forecasts An overall good September report does show more signs of pressure on goods prices from tariffs. By David Payne Last updated Economic Forecasts
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 How to Add Your Passport to Google WalletTravelers can now store and use their digital passport on Android for faster, more secure airport experiences. By Laura Gariepy Last updated 
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 I'm a Government Employee and Need to Get By Until the Shutdown Ends. What Can I Do?The second-longest shutdown in history is leaving many federal workers with bills due and no paycheck to cover them. Here's what you can do to get by. By Rachael Green Published 
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 15 Money-Saving Travel Tips for Retireestravel Globetrotting in your golden years doesn't have to cost a fortune. Here are some ways to cut down on your travel expenses. By Jackie Stewart Last updated travel
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 Child-Free Cruises Perfect For Your Retirement CelebrationHow to find a bespoke ocean or river vacation for adults. Many of these options are smaller, charming river cruises, expeditions, or niche experiences. By Jaclyn Greenberg Published 
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