Latest articles by The Kiplinger Washington Editors
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3 Costly Mortgage Fees
real estate You may be paying hundreds of dollars more than you need to for closing costs.
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5 Vexing Credit Card Fees
credit & debt No need to pay an annual fee for your rewards card. Check out the free options.
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5 Irksome Car Fees
Buying & Leasing a Car Which vehicle-related add-on do we hate the most? Car-rental insurance.
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4 Aggravating Travel Fees to Avoid
Travel You can beat some of the extra charges airlines tack on, including annoying fees to check your bags.
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Toss Paper Files You Don’t Need
real estate Reclaim your desk! We tell you which files to trash and which to stash -- and the best ways to turn the keepers into digital records.
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7 Tips to Be a Better Investor
Financial Planning Be a DIY investor with stocks, bonds, funds and ETFs.
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5 Tips to Cut Costs on Your Home
real estate Don't pay more than you have to when it comes to taxes, remodeling and your mortgage.
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8 Tips to Be a Smarter Consumer
Smart Buying Find out how to get better customer service, score the best deals and protect your identity.
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5 Questions to Ask to Find the Right Financial Adviser for You
Financial Planning Follow these steps to find the right professional for you.