Stacy Rapacon
Online Editor, Kiplinger.com
Rapacon joined Kiplinger in October 2007 as a reporter with magazine and became an online editor for Kiplinger.com in June 2010. She previously served as editor of the "Starting Out" column, focusing on personal finance advice for people in their twenties and thirties.
Before joining Kiplinger, Rapacon worked as a senior research associate at b2b publishing house Judy Diamond Associates. She holds a B.A. degree in English from the George Washington University.
College During COVID
Paying for College
College During COVID
Students and their families must be ready to adapt to the changes in the way they attend—and possibly pay for—college.
July 30, 2020
Find a Great Place to Retire
happy retirement
Find a Great Place to Retire
Our cities provide plenty of space to spread out without skimping on health care or other amenities.
July 2, 2020
31 Cheapest U.S. Cities for Early Retirement
retirement
31 Cheapest U.S. Cities for Early Retirement
A low cost of living and economic stability make these places to live attractive to early retirees who might want to pursue a second act during retire…
March 10, 2020
18 Worst Things to Buy During the Holidays
spending
18 Worst Things to Buy During the Holidays
It's all too easy to get caught up in the holiday shopping frenzy.
November 21, 2019
12 Reasons You'll Never Be a Millionaire
investing
12 Reasons You'll Never Be a Millionaire
Wealthy people usually aren't born that way.
October 22, 2019
10 Great Places to Retire If You Hate the Cold
retirement
10 Great Places to Retire If You Hate the Cold
Are you hoping to retire your snow gear when you exit the workforce?
October 1, 2019
14 Expensive Places to Retire That Are Worth It
retirement
14 Expensive Places to Retire That Are Worth It
Where you ultimately choose to retire doesn't always come down to dollars and cents.
September 30, 2019
12 Surprisingly Great Places to Retire in the Midwest
places to live
12 Surprisingly Great Places to Retire in the Midwest
America's Heartland has not been getting a lot of love lately.
September 28, 2019
16 Great Places to Retire in the South
retirement
16 Great Places to Retire in the South
One strategy for selecting your retirement destination: Follow the birds.
September 26, 2019
20 Great Places to Retire Near the Mountains
retirement
20 Great Places to Retire Near the Mountains
Retirement may afford you the perfect time to gain some perspective in life—and what better place to do it than in the mountains?
September 26, 2019
29 Great Places to Retire Near the Beach
retirement
29 Great Places to Retire Near the Beach
The lapping waves.
September 26, 2019
10 of the Happiest Places to Retire in the U.S.
retirement
10 of the Happiest Places to Retire in the U.S.
A state of happiness cannot be pinpointed on a map.
September 26, 2019
50 Best Places to Retire in the U.S.
retirement
50 Best Places to Retire in the U.S.
We picked 50 of the best places to retire -- one per state -- for 2019 based on factors important to retirees including living costs, lifestyle, heath…
September 26, 2019
6 Great Places to Retire in New England
places to live
6 Great Places to Retire in New England
Turning leaves for fall.
September 24, 2019
30 Cheapest Places Where You'll Really Want to Retire
retirement
30 Cheapest Places Where You'll Really Want to Retire
When you're trying to balance a fixed income with an enjoyable retirement, cost of living is a crucial factor to consider.
September 12, 2019
12 Great Small Towns for Retirement
retirement
12 Great Small Towns for Retirement
Don't overlook the big benefits of retiring to a small town.
September 9, 2019
16 Great Small Towns for Early Retirement
retirement
16 Great Small Towns for Early Retirement
Small towns can pack in big benefits for young retirees: little to no traffic, tight-knit communities, typically lower living costs and some peace and…
July 9, 2019
Early Retirement Cities: 21 Great Places Near the Mountains to Retire
retirement
Early Retirement Cities: 21 Great Places Near the Mountains to Retire
Once you've made that difficult climb to achieve financial independence early, why not enjoy some literal climbs in your early retirement?
July 5, 2019
10 Financial Commandments for Your 30s
Your Business
10 Financial Commandments for Your 30s
July 2, 2019
10 Financial Commandments for Your 20s
savings
10 Financial Commandments for Your 20s
Thou shalt not be broke forever.
July 2, 2019
Best States to Retire 2018: All 50 States Ranked for Retirement
retirement
Best States to Retire 2018: All 50 States Ranked for Retirement
We rank all 50 states for retirement from the best state to retire (South Dakota) to the worst state to retire (New York). Where does your state rank …
July 1, 2019
50 Great Places for Early Retirement in the U.S.
retirement
50 Great Places for Early Retirement in the U.S.
These economically healthy cities offer good settings for early retirees who might consider pursuing a second act during retirement.
June 26, 2019
Great Places to Retire Early Near the Beach
retirement
Great Places to Retire Early Near the Beach
Lazing about the beach is a common retirement dream, but expensive oceanfront housing costs are often a big wake-up call.
June 25, 2019
The 26 Cheapest States for Retirement
retirement
The 26 Cheapest States for Retirement
Where you plan to retire has a lot to do with how much money you need to save for retirement.
June 17, 2019
10 Cheapest States Where You'll Want to Retire
retirement
10 Cheapest States Where You'll Want to Retire
Affordability is a key factor in deciding your ultimate retirement destination.
June 17, 2019
The 20 Best States for Your Retirement
retirement
The 20 Best States for Your Retirement
People approaching or just starting retirement may have plenty of life experience under their belts, but many are enjoying at least one brand-new feel…
June 17, 2019
12 Best Jobs If You Want to Be Your Own Boss
business
12 Best Jobs If You Want to Be Your Own Boss
Sometimes the best career path is the one you blaze yourself.
April 18, 2019