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Being Rich vs. Being Wealthy: What’s the Difference?
It’s all about where you put the zeros — having a large bank account isn’t the same as having zero regrets and focusing on what brings you joy.
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IRS 1099-K Form: When You Might Get One From Venmo, PayPal, or Cash App
The new IRS $600 1099-K reporting threshold for payment networks like Venmo, PayPal, Amazon, and Cash App will likely for 2023.
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If You'd Put $1,000 Into Amazon Stock 20 Years Ago, Here's What You'd Have Today
Amazon AMZN stock has lost almost $900 billion in value since its all-time high, but bulls say it's only a matter of time before it reclaims its heights.
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What Is a High-Yield Savings Account?
A high-yield savings account is essentially the same as a traditional account with one key difference — they pay a higher than average APY on deposits.
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Will Savings Rates Go Up in 2023?
National savings rates have been rising steadily since March 2022, and are expected to rise through 2023. How high could rates go and should you switch?
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When Is the Next Fed Meeting?
Markets aren't sure whether the next Fed meeting will bring another rate hike or a pause.
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Medical Tourism Can Get You Healthcare Bargains Abroad
Millions of Americans partake in medical tourism each year. If you can’t afford a medical procedure in the U.S., consider investigating options overseas.
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A Sustainable Farm Plants the Seeds of a New Life
Women adapt to a world outside of prison at this sustainable farm. An interview with Kristen Powers, executive director of Benevolence Farm in Graham, N.C.
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3% Mortgage Rates: Gift of a Lifetime or Low-Rate House Arrest?
A homeowner planning to relocate or downsize might find the higher costs related to higher mortgage rates too much of a hurdle to clear. What are their options?
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Living and Working in Different States Can Be a Tax Headache
state tax Living in one state and working in another can trigger a number of tax issues. Here are several things to keep in mind if you and/or your spouse are in this situation.
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Lawmakers Propose Tax Hikes to Combat Climate Change
Climate change is prompting some lawmakers to propose property tax hikes to fund mitigation efforts while scientists say that global warming could reach a critical level in less than a decade.
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I Wish I May, I Wish I Might: Estate Planning’s Gentle Nudge
Contrary to what you might expect, using precatory language such as ‘I wish’ or ‘I hope’ can play an important part in three estate planning objectives.
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Donor-Advised Funds: A Tax-Savvy Way to Rebalance Your Portfolio
Long-term investors who embrace charitable giving can easily save on capital gains taxes by donating shares when it’s time to get their portfolio back in balance.
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Five Investment Strategies to Focus on in 2023
Planning instead of predicting, reducing allocations of illiquid assets and having a diversified portfolio are good ways for investors to play defense this year.
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Stock Market Holidays in 2023: NYSE, NASDAQ and Wall Street Holidays
Markets When are the stock market holidays? Take a look at which days the NYSE, Nasdaq and bond markets are off in 2023.
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Can Stocks Picked by Artificial Intelligence Beat the Market? 3 Stocks to Watch
stocks An artificial intelligence stock-picking platform identifying high-potential equities has been sharp in the past. Here are three of its top stocks to watch over the next few months.
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Investors Nearing Retirement Show Patience With Markets
Despite last year’s upheaval, many investors are sticking with long-term plans and tightening their budgets instead of moving money out of stocks and bonds.
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Savings Calculator: Check How Much Your Money Will Grow
Tools Whether you’ve just opened a CD or a high-yield savings account, this calculator can easily show you how much cash you’ll have after a specified period of time.
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Biden Wants a Higher Child Tax Credit and So Do Some Republicans
President Biden wants to revive the higher child tax credit and monthly advance payments, while some Republican senators have their own ideas for the popular tax break.
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Long-Term Care Planning vs. Taxes: Finding a Healthy Balance
Many families discover that trying to mitigate the cost of long-term care can conflict with another common retirement concern — reducing taxes for retirees and their heirs.
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For a Concentrated Stock Position, Ask Your Adviser This
There can be advantages to having a lot of stock in one company, but ‘de-risking’ can help avoid some significant disadvantages.
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Will You Pay Taxes on Your State Stimulus Check?
Millions of people who received state "stimulus" payments in 2022, have wondered whether the money will be taxed.
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State "Stimulus Checks" in 2023 – Which States Are Still Sending Payments
"Stimulus checks", rebates or other payments could still be coming for residents in a handful of states. Is your state one of them?
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What is APY?
Savings Here's everything you need to know about APY, the important factor in how much your savings could earn in a year.
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Can a Potential Employee Negotiate Conditions of Criticism?
Labor lawyer weighs in on whether job candidate with traumatizing childhood can request that prospective boss curb his management style to avoid triggering her.
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Kiplinger Energy Outlook: Cheaper Prices at the Pump on the Way
Economic Forecasts Kiplinger Energy Outlook: Cheaper prices at the pump are on the way. Turmoil in the financial markets is hitting oil prices, which means cheaper fill-ups.
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EV Tax Credit 2023: What's Changed and What’s Ahead
Tax Breaks Rules for the new federal EV tax credit continue to change for 2023, which is causing confusion for buyers and manufacturers, over which electric vehicles qualify for the up to $7,500 tax break.
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Save More with Tax Credits for Energy-Efficient Home Improvements
Tax Breaks Tax credits for energy-efficient home improvements are extended and expanded because of the Inflation Reduction Act.
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Long-Term Care Insurance Quandary: Keep Paying or Let It Go?
As long-term care insurance premiums go up, many policyholders are struggling with what to do. Accept higher premiums, reduce benefits, let the policy lapse or take a payout?
