Latest articles by the editors of Kiplinger's Personal Finance
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2020 Election: The Health Care Debate
Politics The presidential candidates’ stances on health care couldn't be more different.
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The 2020 Election and Your Money
Politics We’ve assessed how the presidential candidates’ stances on financial issues will affect your wallet.
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2020 Election: A Redo on Taxes
Politics Under Biden’s plan, tax hikes will be limited to people who make more than $400,000. Trump has also expressed an interest in tax relief for middle-class workers.
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Turning 60 in 2020? Expect Lower Social Security Benefits
Coronavirus and Your Money When you file for Social Security, the amount you receive may be lower.
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The Wage Gap Persists Into Retirement
retirement The difference can compound and leave women with far less retirement income.
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52 Super Deals and Discounts for 2020
Smart Buying With a special nod to those of you spending more time at home, we found dozens of deals and discounts, plus ways to save (or make) money.
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Banks Canceling Credit Cards, Cutting Limits
credit & debt If you haven’t used a card in awhile, make a small purchase with it to keep it open. It’s good for your credit score.
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5 Ways This Recession Hits Retirees Particularly Hard
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16 Ways to Get Your Finances in Better Shape for the New Normal
how to save money With some states slowly opening back up their economies while others extend shelter in place orders, you may have lots of free time on your hand even if you're working from home.
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Home Prices in the 100 Largest Metro Areas
home What’s happening in the market where you live?
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Taxpayers Weigh In on the New Tax Law
taxes A Kiplinger-Barclays poll shows that most Americans aren't feeling a financial boost from the tax overhaul.
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How Much Can You Contribute to a 401(k) for 2020?
401(k)s The 401(k) contribution limit increased by $500 for 2020. Plus, workers 50 and older can also save an extra amount for retirement.
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How Much Can You Contribute to a Roth 401(k) for 2020?
401(k)s The Roth 401(k) contribution limit increased by $500 for 2020. Workers 50 and older can save an extra amount for retirement.
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How Much Can You Contribute to a SEP IRA for 2020?
IRAs The maximum SEP IRA contribution is higher for 2020 than it was for 2019.
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Saving for Retirement: How to React to Market Volatility
Markets A new poll conducted by Kiplinger and Barclay's reveals concerns about market swings and potential downturns. See how your savings—and confidence level—measure up
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27 Money Moves to Make Now to Prepare for 2020
Financial Planning Among the items on our to-do list: Trim your 2019 tax bill by pruning your portfolio and giving to charity.
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10 States With the Highest Beer Taxes
Tax Breaks Find out where you'll spend the most money on some suds.
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10 States With the Lowest Beer Taxes
Tax Breaks If you want to get a brew that won't strain your wallet, consider pouring up in these 10 states.
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13 Ways to Simplify Your Finances
Financial Planning We know you're stressed out.
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62 Super Deals and Discounts for 2019
Smart Buying We’ve found dozens of deals and discounts, plus ways to save (or make) a buck on everything from brokerage accounts and college tuition to tech and summer travel.
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Great Ideas for $1,000: Home, Travel, Gifts & Fitness
Smart Buying Maybe you received a bonus at work, got lucky on a scratch-off lottery ticket or—unlike many disappointed taxpayers this season—you scored a sizable tax refund.
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What to Do If You Face a Financial Crisis
Financial Planning Hit with an unexpected financial hardship? Here are some tips that can help you weather the storm.
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19 Smart Ways to Prepare for a Financial Emergency
spending The 35-day partial government shutdown that kicked off 2019 created a moment of truth for the 800,000 employees and contractors who had to figure out how to cover their bills until their paychecks kicked in again.
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Alicia Levine: It’s Time to Play Defense
Markets Chief strategist at BNY Mellon Investment Management offers her insight on what investors can expect in 2019.
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