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Marriott Bonvoy $875 Bonus Offer: 125,000 Points
Get up to 125,000 points, worth up to $875, with a new Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card.
By Ellen Kennedy Last updated
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What You Need to Know About Calculating RMDs for 2024
required minimum distributions (RMDs) As the end of 2024 nears, it's important to know how to calculate your required minimum distributions (RMDs) if you haven't taken them already— and be prepared for them to be higher this year than they were in 2023.
By Chris Gullotti, CFP® Last updated
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Tax Tips for National Preparedness Month
Disaster Preparedness National Preparedness IRS tips can help you protect and secure documents from disasters like storms, hurricanes, and fires.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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Who Does the IRS Audit the Most?
Audits The IRS has a $400K audit directive problem. Here’s what you need to know.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Starlink is taking over the space market
The Kiplinger Letter Satellite broadband provider Starlink is taking over the space market. Amazon’s mega-constellation will soon join the fray, adding to the unprecedented disruption.
By John Miley Published
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12 Steps to Protect Your Retirement Savings From Market Volatility
Even when the market ebbs and flows, you can keep your retirement investments stable with these proactive strategies.
By Kiplinger Advisor Collective Published
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Four Common Misconceptions About Life Insurance
Just because you have no dependents and no debt doesn't mean life insurance wouldn't come in exceedingly handy for someone in your life or even a charity.
By Karl Susman, CPCU, LUTCF, CIC, CSFP, CFS, CPIA, AAI-M, PLCS Published
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Should You Keep Your 401(k) When You Retire?
Here are three primary reasons you might want to consider moving your retirement money from your 401(k) to an IRA once you retire.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC® Published
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Want to Move to Italy? What to Consider Financially
Once you've decided that you and Italy are compatible, you'll want to work out your tax planning, investments, retirement accounts and benefits.
By Alex Ingrim, Chartered MCSI Published
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Find Your Monthly Payment With This Mortgage Calculator
With our mortgage calculator, you can easily determine your monthly mortgage payment.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Recently, 529s hit a new milestone — over half a trillion dollars is being saved in 529 plans across the country.
Recently, 529s hit a new milestone with over half a trillion dollars being saved in plans across the country. Why are 529 plans so popular?
By Erin Bendig Published
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Credit Cards With No Foreign Transaction Fee
Save cash by avoiding foreign transaction fees on your upcoming travels. Here are choice credit cards (one with a $1K bonus offer) with no foreign transaction fee.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Earn Delta SkyMiles Worth up to $1,200
Delta SkyMiles and American Express provide welcome offers worth up to 100,000 SkyMiles on three personal credit cards.
By Ellen Kennedy Last updated
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Is It Worth Getting a High-Yield Savings Account Before the Next Fed Meeting?
If you don’t already have a high-yield savings account (HYSA), it’s worth considering before September's Fed meeting.
By Erin Bendig Published
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Best Stocks to Buy for a Fed Rate Cut
The Federal Reserve is widely expected to start cutting interest rates at its next meeting and a lower federal funds rate could benefit these five stocks.
By Jeff Reeves Last updated
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Best Airline Credit Card Bonuses That Come with Free Companion Tickets
We’ve rounded up the two best airline credit card bonuses worth up to $1,080 to help you rack up miles, earn a companion pass and pay for your next big vacation.
By Ellen Kennedy Last updated
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Idaho State Tax Guide
State Tax Idaho state tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, gas, cigarette, and other taxes that impact residents.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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Best Cash Back Credit Cards September 2024
Smart Buying Trying to compare the best cash back credit cards? Unlike most reviewers, we include cards from small banks and credit unions, as well as from large issuers.
By Ellen Kennedy Last updated
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10 Worst Things to Buy in Bulk at Costco
Smart Buying Costco gets big ups from shoppers and shopping experts alike for its high-quality products and low prices. However, it's not always the wisest choice to buy these products in bulk.
By Bob Niedt Last updated
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Estate Planning: How to Protect Family Treasures
Items like antiques, art and jewelry, as well as family photos, can carry huge emotional ties. The more specific you are in your plans, the better for everyone.
By Patrick M. Simasko, J.D. Published
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How to Protect Your 401(k) in a Down Market
If your 401(k) balance nosedives in a down market, use these four strategies to safeguard your funds.
By Adam Shell Published
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529 Plans: A Powerful Way to Tackle Rising Education Costs
Contributions to 529 plans grow tax-free and are not taxed when they are used to pay for qualified educational expenses for the beneficiary.
By Denise McClain, JD, CPA Published
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Five New Tax Credits in Harris Economic Plan: What to Know
Election 2024 Democratic nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris has proposed several tax breaks. Here's what you need to know.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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The 50-30-20 Budget Rule is a Simple Way to Save Money
Saving Using the 50-30-20 budget rule is an easy way to save. It helps you prioritize saving while paying off debt.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Kiplinger Inflation Outlook: CPI Report Enough to Start Rate Cuts
Economic Forecasts The Federal Reserve should see the August inflation report as a green light to start cutting interest rates in September.
By David Payne Last updated
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12 Great Places to Retire in the Midwest
places to live Here are our retirement picks in the 12 midwestern states.
By Stacy Rapacon Last updated
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The Fed Is About to Cut Rates. What Should Investors Do?
Investors may want to take stock of their portfolios once the Federal Reserve starts lowering interest rates.
By Jeff Reeves Last updated
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What Is Life Insurance? Choose the Type That's Right
What is life insurance? Life insurance can financially protect your loved ones after you pass away. Here's what you need to know about the different types.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Six of the Best Small-Cap ETFs to Buy Now
ETFs Upcoming interest rate cuts have small-cap ETFs primed to outperform.
By Will Ashworth Last updated