Emma Patch
Staff Writer, Kiplinger's Personal Finance
Emma Patch joined Kiplinger in 2020. Born in London to two New Yorkers, Emma grew up in Connecticut and graduated from Middlebury College in February of 2020 with a degree in comparative literature. She previously interned for Kiplinger's Retirement Report and before that, for a small investment bank in New York City. She served as editor-at-large and features editor for Middlebury's student newspaper, The Campus, and speaks French, Spanish and Russian.
$300 Weekly Unemployment Benefits Included in Stimulus Bill
Coronavirus and Your Money
$300 Weekly Unemployment Benefits Included in Stimulus Bill
The bill provides temporary expanded relief to the unemployed in the form of additional payments, longer benefit periods, and help for the self-employ…
December 28, 2020
Kids and Money: Boost Your Child's Future Credit Score
Raising Money-Smart Kids
Kids and Money: Boost Your Child's Future Credit Score
Naming your child as an authorized user on your credit card can be a great way to set them up with a healthy credit report.
December 26, 2020
Rapper Moves From Music to Merchandise
Making Your Money Last
Rapper Moves From Music to Merchandise
This rapper has pivoted from putting on live shows to selling T-shirts and tote bags.
December 24, 2020
How to Stay Safe on the Slopes
Coronavirus and Your Money
How to Stay Safe on the Slopes
Ski resorts have made changes to deal with COVID. Here’s what to expect.
December 24, 2020
Analyst: Housing Market Will Stay Strong in 2021
Markets
Analyst: Housing Market Will Stay Strong in 2021
But the pace of home sales could slow by the end of the year.
November 27, 2020
How to Safely Socialize (and Work) at Home During the Pandemic
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How to Safely Socialize (and Work) at Home During the Pandemic
Tips for transforming your backyard area into a social distancing hang out, as well as creating a work-from-home haven.
November 25, 2020
Growing the Family Business
Business Costs & Regulation
Growing the Family Business
This Alabama farmer navigates the uncertainties of tariffs, COVID and unpredictable weather.
November 24, 2020
Dear Mom and Dad: Thanks
Making Your Money Last
Dear Mom and Dad: Thanks
Ideally, living at home should provide a way to improve your financial well-being and lay the groundwork for future success.
November 17, 2020
17 People You Should Tip for the Holidays
spending
17 People You Should Tip for the Holidays
The holiday season is prime time to give back. So who gets a holiday tip this year – and how much?
November 6, 2020
COVID Clipped This Pilot's Wings
Coronavirus and Your Money
COVID Clipped This Pilot's Wings
American Airlines furloughed him on November 1. Now his career track is cloudy.
October 29, 2020
Protection for Your Assets
wealth management
Protection for Your Assets
At a time when Americans’ savings are soaring, you need to know how your money is insured.
October 29, 2020
File the FAFSA Now: Urgent Reasons for Families to File Early in 2020 for College Aid
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File the FAFSA Now: Urgent Reasons for Families to File Early in 2020 for College Aid
If you have a college-bound student at home, don't procrastinate on securing financial aid for the 2021-22 school year.
October 9, 2020
A Tasty Break From the Pandemic
Business Costs & Regulation
A Tasty Break From the Pandemic
This Ohio bakery has found creative ways to stay in business—and even thrive.
October 1, 2020
Watch Out for COVID Cons
Scams
Watch Out for COVID Cons
Isolated seniors are particularly vulnerable to pandemic-related scams.
September 30, 2020
Airlines Nix Change Fees
Travel
Airlines Nix Change Fees
You may still pay a change fee for tickets in basic economy, though.
September 30, 2020
A Guide to Streaming Services
Smart Buying
A Guide to Streaming Services
Competition is growing. That’s giving you more choices—and a chance to save money.
August 27, 2020
Even in a Pandemic, Some Employers Are Hiring
Coronavirus and Your Money
Even in a Pandemic, Some Employers Are Hiring
During COVID-19, you may have to use different strategies to find the job you want.
August 26, 2020
Back to School, Ready or Not
Technology
Back to School, Ready or Not
This Florida teacher’s school let families choose distance learning or in-person classes.
August 26, 2020
Emergency Funds: How to Get Started
Making Your Money Last
Emergency Funds: How to Get Started
There’s no one-size-fits-all formula for how much you’ll need.
July 30, 2020
Travel Rewards Cards Offer New Perks
Travel
Travel Rewards Cards Offer New Perks
Credit card issuers expand benefits to justify the annual fees.
July 30, 2020
Class of COVID-19
Starting Out: New Grads and Young Professionals
Class of COVID-19
Recent graduates are starting their careers at a time of tremendous uncertainty, but hiring is up in several job categories.
July 2, 2020
Are You Ready to Travel Again?
Travel
Are You Ready to Travel Again?
You may be itching to travel, but the risks and rules—especially for international travel—may keep you at home a while longer.
June 25, 2020
Travel Planning in the Time of Coronavirus
Travel
Travel Planning in the Time of Coronavirus
Insurance may not cover canceled vacations, but airlines and hotels may be flexible.
June 11, 2020
How to Get Your Money Back
spending
How to Get Your Money Back
Some refund policies have been relaxed during the pandemic, but reimbursement isn’t always automatic.
June 5, 2020
Another Epidemic to Worry About: Identity Theft
business
Another Epidemic to Worry About: Identity Theft
Fraud losses grew in 2019 and are likely to increase in 2020.
June 5, 2020
16 Ways to Get Your Finances in Better Shape for the New Normal
how to save money
16 Ways to Get Your Finances in Better Shape for the New Normal
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 …
May 21, 2020
Best Video Apps for Staying in Touch
Technology
Best Video Apps for Staying in Touch
We rate five video-chat platforms for user-friendliness and security features.
May 10, 2020