All year long, Kiplinger’s writers and editors choose investments, financial products, cars, travel tools and technology that have the best prospects or represent the best value. In this issue, we put our heads -- and our lists -- together to name the crème de la crème of the many things we cover: promising stock and fund picks, most-rewarding banks and credit cards, cruises that won’t sink your budget, places to retire to match your interests, wheels for every profile, even pet insurance. Use our package as a shopping list for every facet of your financial life.
17 Best Investing Tips and Picks
From stocks for dividends to funds for a fickle market, we found investments for every portfolio.
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10 Best Personal-Finance Tools to Better Manage Your Money
Take control of your finances with these budgeting and credit sites, tax software, health care tools and more.
Best Accounts at Banks and Credit Unions
Whether you're looking for free checking or high yields on your balances, we've pinpointed the top options.
Best Credit Cards You Can Get Now
Our picks offer cash back, rewards and even a prepaid option.
Best Cars for Every Type of Driver
We found the ideal vehicle for everyone from wallet watchers to soccer moms to luxury seekers.
Best Cruises, Airlines, and Booking Sites for Your Travel Dollar
Get the most bang for your vacation buck with our picks.
Best Cell-Phone Plans for Every Type of User
As carriers battle for your business, we help you cut through the hype to find the right plan for you and your family.
Whether you're looking for a spot off the beaten path, a locale with low taxes or access to top-notch golf courses, we found the place for you.
11 Great Tech Gifts for This Holiday Season
We found something for everyone on your list -- from kids to music lovers to fitness fanatics.
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Is Your Social Security Earnings Record Wrong? Here's How to Fix ItYour Social Security benefits are based on your Social Security earnings record. It's important to review your records to avoid having your benefits reduced.
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Stock Market Today: Markets Discount Another U.S. DowngradeAfter Friday's closing bell, Moody's followed Standard & Poor's and Fitch and cut its rating on U.S. government debt.
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Roth IRA Contribution Limits for 2025Roth IRAs Roth IRA contribution limits have gone up. Here's what you need to know.
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Four Tips for Renting Out Your Home on Airbnbreal estate Here's what you should know before listing your home on Airbnb.
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Five Ways to a Cheap Last-Minute VacationTravel It is possible to pull off a cheap last-minute vacation. Here are some tips to make it happen.
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How to Figure Out How Much Life Insurance You Needinsurance Instead of relying on rules of thumb, you’re better off taking a systematic approach to figuring your life insurance needs.
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Amazon Big Deal Days Is Coming! We’ve Got All the DetailsAmazon Prime To kick off the holiday season with a bang, Amazon Big Deal Days runs Tuesday, October 8 and Wednesday, October 9.
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How to Shop for Life Insurance in 3 Easy Stepsinsurance Shopping for life insurance? You may be able to estimate how much you need online, but that's just the start of your search.
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Five Ways to Shop for a Low Mortgage RateBecoming a Homeowner Mortgage rates are high this year, but you can still find an affordable loan with these tips.
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Retirees, It's Not Too Late to Buy Life Insurancelife insurance Improvements in underwriting have made it easier to qualify for life insurance, which can be a useful estate-planning tool.
