
Cameron Huddleston
Award-winning journalist, speaker, family finance expert, and author of Mom and Dad, We Need to Talk.
Cameron Huddleston wrote the daily "Kip Tips" column for Kiplinger.com. She joined Kiplinger in 2001 after graduating from American University with an MA in economic journalism. Prior to that, she worked for Dow Jones Newswires, covering convertible securities and junk bonds. She has a BA in journalism and Russian studies from Washington & Lee University.
Latest articles by Cameron Huddleston
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 6 Most Rewarding New Rewards Credit Cardscredit & debt These cards are great for consumers who want cash back on purchases or points that can be redeemed for travel. By Cameron Huddleston Published credit & debt
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 Do-It-Yourself Retirement Plansretirement Here's a rundown of three plans for the self-employed and small-business owner. By Cameron Huddleston Published retirement
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 Five Money-Saving Travel Resolutions to MakeTravel Vow to take these steps to get more bang for your travel buck. By Cameron Huddleston Published Travel
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 5 Best Gifts to Re-giftspending Giving away presents you either don't want or don't need is a smart way to save. Remember, it's the thought that counts. By Cameron Huddleston Published spending
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 Buying a Car as a Christmas Gift. Really?Buying & Leasing a Car Automakers promote this holiday fantasy in ads, but sales actually pick up -- and deals can be better -- after December 25. By Cameron Huddleston Published Buying & Leasing a Car
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 Top Affordable Vacation Destinations for 2015Travel Travelers will find good deals to these domestic and international hot spots. By Cameron Huddleston Published Travel
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 Last-Minute Deals for Holiday ShoppersSmart Buying Take advantage of deep discounts on certain items and special online-only offers to save money. By Cameron Huddleston Published Smart Buying
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 Seven Reasons Your Gift Will Be ReturnedSmart Buying Don't waste money this holiday season on items that people will want to take back or toss. By Cameron Huddleston Published Smart Buying
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 How to Buy Discount Gift CardsSmart Buying You can save money by purchasing gift cards for less than face value online. By Cameron Huddleston Published Smart Buying
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 14 Retailers With Generous Return PoliciesSmart Buying These merchants give customers a year or more to bring back most unwanted items for a refund. By Cameron Huddleston Published Smart Buying
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 Seven Retailers With Stingy Return PoliciesSmart Buying These merchants make it tough to exchange items or get your money back on a purchase. By Cameron Huddleston Published Smart Buying
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 Are Amazon's Diapers a Good Deal?Smart Buying If price is your chief concern, you'll find better bargains on some other brands. By Cameron Huddleston Published Smart Buying
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 10 Great Gifts for Travelers Under $50Travel Business and leisure travelers alike will appreciate these affordable items. By Cameron Huddleston Published Travel
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 7 Surprising Ways to Save When Shopping OnlineSmart Buying Use these smart strategies to score discounts on your next Web purchases. By Cameron Huddleston Published Smart Buying
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 Best Apps for Holiday ShoppersSmart Buying These nine free mobile apps will help you save time and money when shopping for gifts. By Cameron Huddleston Published Smart Buying
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 How to Save on Your Thanksgiving FeastSmart Buying Use these strategies to cut the cost of a big bird for your big holiday meal. By Cameron Huddleston Published Smart Buying
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 Best and Worst Buys at Warehouse Clubs for the HolidaysSmart Buying Here are seven things you need for the holidays that are deals at warehouse clubs, and seven things to buy elsewhere. By Cameron Huddleston Published Smart Buying
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 Veterans Day 2014 FreebiesSmart Buying Businesses will show their appreciation for members of the military with these special offers. By Cameron Huddleston Published Smart Buying
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 How to Save Money on Holiday Road TripsTravel Follow these tips to keep the cost of gas, meals, lodging and more under control. By Cameron Huddleston Published Travel
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 How to Curb the Urge to OverspendSmart Buying Advice from personal finance bloggers on ways to control spending and resist impulse purchases. By Cameron Huddleston Published Smart Buying
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 Best and Worst Buys of November 2014Smart Buying You'll find cookware, computers, televisions, toys and more on sale this month. By Cameron Huddleston Published Smart Buying
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 Don't Fall for This Walmart Mystery Shopper ScamScams Watch out for fraudulent offers to get paid to shop at the nation's biggest retailer. By Cameron Huddleston Published Scams
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 How Millennials Can Get Ahead Financiallycredit & debt Tips from personal finance bloggers about how young adults can pay down debt and take charge of their money. By Cameron Huddleston Published credit & debt
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 How to Avoid Eight Pesky Hotel FeesTravel Use these strategies to keep extra charges off your bill. By Cameron Huddleston Published Travel