Latest articles by the editors of Kiplinger's Personal Finance
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Fund Basics: Diversify Your Portfolio
investing You'll get stability and the probability that at least one of your funds will be up no matter what the market's doing.
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Fund Basics: Hang onto Your Profits
investing Keeping careful records and understanding cost-basis rules will prevent you from overpaying your taxes.
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Fund Basics: Focus on Categories
investing Find out which fund type matches your investment goals.
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5 Easy Ways to Track Your Stocks
Markets You bought the shares. Now make sure they meet your expectations.
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Tax Savings for the Wealthy
taxes Stash cash in a self-employed retirement account, be creative with your generosity and think twice about selling stock for a profit if you're subject to the AMT.
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Learn the Ins and Outs of Long-Term-Care Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance Long-term care can be incredibly expensive -- so don't get caught without the proper insurance.
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Should You Prepay Your Funeral?
retirement Planning your funeral in advance could save your loved ones a lot of hassle. But are prepaid plans a good deal?
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Kids and Money
savings Here's how to teach your children the value of money, establish an allowance system and get them to save.
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Life Insurance Made Simple
insurance We'll help you determine the type and amount of life insurance you need.
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7 Things to Review Before Accepting a Buyer's Purchase Agreement
real estate Be sure to take a close look at these key areas.
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Savings Bonds: EE-I, EE-I, Oh!
investing Savings bonds offer competitive yields, unquestioned safety and some unique tax features, too.
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How to Buy Savings Bonds
savings Buying savings bonds is easy, whether you get them online, at work or at your bank.
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Understand Your Health Insurance Options
insurance We tell you how to pick the best health insurance – whether you get coverage through your employer or on your own – and offer strategies to hold down your out-of-pocket medical costs.
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Saving for College 101
Paying for College Learn more about the following tax-advantaged ways to save for your child's college education.
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Saving for College 101: U.S. Savings Bonds
College Rankings Series EE bonds and I-bonds provide a safe, tax-favored way to save for college, but they alone won’t help you meet your investment goals.
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Saving for College 101: State-Sponsored College Savings Plans
Paying for College Both 529 and prepaid-tuition plans offer great tax advantages, but that's where the similarities end.
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Saving for College 101: Coverdell ESAs
Paying for College You get more control over your investments with a Coverdell, but the amount you can invest is limited.
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Saving for College 101: Save in Your Child's Name
Paying for College Custodial accounts let you set aside money or other assets in a trust for your minor child. You manage the account, but you can't take the money back.
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Saving for College 101: Roth IRAs
Paying for College The Roth retirement savings-account can serve as a fall-back fund for paying college bills.
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12 Great Trips That Cost $1,000
Travel Splurge on a spa, take a cruise, rent an RV, go to a fantasy camp and more for about a grand.
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What You Need to Know About ARMs
real estate Most adjustable-rate mortgages come with three features, and sometimes a fourth.
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Selling a Home? Here's What You'll Need at Closing
real estate If you're selling your home yourself, here are six documents you'll need to take with you.
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Determine If Buying a Home Is Right for You
real estate Consider the risks and rewards of homeownership.
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Making a Home Offer
real estate Once you've found a home you want, it's time to negotiate the price. Here's what you should consider when preparing to make an offer.
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