
John Miley
John Miley is a Senior Associate Editor at The Kiplinger Letter. He mainly covers technology, telecom and education, but will jump on other important business topics as needed. In his role, he provides timely forecasts about emerging technologies, business trends and government regulations. He also edits stories for the weekly publication and has written and edited e-mail newsletters.
He joined Kiplinger in August 2010 as a reporter for Kiplinger's Personal Finance magazine, where he wrote stories, fact-checked articles and researched investing data. After two years at the magazine, he moved to the Letter, where he has been for the last decade. He holds a BA from Bates College and a master’s degree in magazine journalism from Northwestern University, where he specialized in business reporting. An avid runner and a former decathlete, he has written about fitness and competed in triathlons.
Latest articles by John Miley
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3 Dating and Money Etiquette Challenges
spending When it comes to dating and money, is there really a right or wrong way to do things? It depends who you ask.
By Lisa Gerstner
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7 Things You Need to Know About Cloud Computing
Technology The sky truly is the limit, but take precautions to keep your risk down to earth.
By John Miley
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6 Strategies to Save More This Year
Smart Buying These tips will help you get started with saving, no matter your income.
By John Miley
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Real Money: Should I Invest Retirement Savings in a Variable Annuity?
insurance An annuity provides peace of mind, but involves trade-offs.
By John Miley
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6 Rags-to-Riches Millionaires
business From Oprah Winfrey to Steve Jobs to J.K.
By Andrea Browne Taylor
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The U.S. Economy Since 9/11
Economic Forecasts Much has transpired on the economic front since terrorists attacked the U.S.
By John Miley
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MBA Is Costly Investment in Her Future
college An MBA means greater earning potential, but paying off $100,000 in student loans trumps other financial goals.
By John Miley
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Best Value Cities 2011:7. Little Rock, Ark.
business The Clinton Library and big corporate projects bolster a strong economy.
By John Miley
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Warehouse Stores: Deal or No Deal?
Smart Buying They offer great discounts, but there's no guarantee you'll find a better bargain versus conventional retailers.
By John Miley
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Turning a Passion Into a Second Career
business After nearly 30 years in the insurance industry, former executive Michele Scavongelli of Carlisle, Massachusetts, enrolled in law school with plans to become a child advocate.
By John Miley
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An IRA Is a Poor Shelter for Real Estate
IRAs You can buy houses with retirement money, but you'll lose the tax breaks you're counting on to make a profit.
By John Miley
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A Wounded Warrior Returns to Work
business A brain injury in Afghanistan left Eric Wolfe of Richmond, Virginia, with memory loss and post-traumatic stress disorder. But other wounded veterans helped him land a job.
By John Miley
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8 Easy Projects That Add Value to Your Home
home Need to make some much-needed updates to your home?
By John Miley
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