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The Kiplinger 25: Our Favorite No-Load Mutual Funds
The Kiplinger 25 The Kiplinger 25 is a list of our top no-load mutual funds that have proven capable of weathering any storm.
By Nellie S. Huang Last updated
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Best Bond ETFs to Buy Now
ETFs The bond market has been a roller coaster in recent years, but investors with a longer-term view should consider these bond ETFs to balance their portfolios.
By Jeff Reeves Last updated
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A Guide to Amazon Prime Deal Days — How to Bag the Best Deals
Our guide to Amazon Prime Deal Days. From finding the best deals and whether it is worth the hype.
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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13 States That Don't Tax Retirement Income
Retirement Taxes Here are the states that don’t tax retirement income. But that doesn’t mean you won’t pay state taxes on other types of earnings.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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Oregon State Tax Guide
State Tax Oregon state tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, fuel, cigarette, and other taxes that impact residents.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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Best Business Credit Cards of October 2023
Credit Cards Small business credit cards can be great tools to earn hundreds of dollars of rewards.
By Lisa Gerstner Last updated
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What To Do If You're Pushed Out Of Work At 60
A quick guide of how to assess and move forward if you're pushed out of work in your 60s.
By David Rodeck Published
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Too Heavy in Stocks? Annuities Could Be a Rebalancing Option
Annuities, especially multiyear guarantee annuities, offer a way for Baby Boomers to rebalance their portfolios, while providing good rates and tax advantages.
By Ken Nuss Published
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Here’s How You Can Avoid Succession Drama at Your Company
Poor succession planning was at the heart of the HBO show Succession, but this financial advisory business owner is here to help you prevent that from happening at your business.
By Keith Ellis, Investment Adviser Published
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Best CD Rates
Find the highest CD rates available today in our guide.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Best High-Yield Savings Accounts
These are the top earning high-yield savings accounts available today.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Will Savings Rates Keep Going Up in 2023?
National savings rates have been rising steadily since March 2022, but that could soon change. Should you switch now?
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Best No-Fee High-Yield Savings Rates
Consider opening a no-fee high-yield savings account if you want a competitive rate for your cash with no strings attached.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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How to Find the Best Jumbo CD Rates
Check out some of the top jumbo CD rates available today.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Best No-Penalty CD Rates
A no-penalty CD is a type of certificate of deposit that allows individuals to withdraw funds early without a fee. Right now, some of the best ones are offering rates of over 4%.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Top Earning 3-Year CDs
Here are the top-yielding 3-year CDs — with some accounts paying up to 5.13%.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Taylor Swift Tickets and a New IRS Rule: What You Need To Know
Online Selling There’s been a lot of talk about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, but what do 'Eras' Tour tickets have to do with your tax bill?
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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What Is CPI?
It is imperative investors be able to answer the question "what is CPI" and to know how it is used.
By Coryanne Hicks Published
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Are Your Heirs Prepared?
With wealth being transferred between generations, a surprising number of heirs are not ready to receive an inheritance.
By Elaine Silvestrini Published
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$1.04 Billion Powerball Jackpot Winner Will Get a Massive Tax Bill
Lottery Taxes Whenever someone wins Powerball, the federal government gets a chunk of the prize from taxes.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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What Is Open Interest in Options Trading?
Open interest in options trading is a critical tool that can be used to determine market sentiment on a particular stock, commodity or other underlying asset.
By Jared Hoffmann Published
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SIMPLE IRA: What It Is and How It Works
A SIMPLE IRA allows self-employed and small business owners to contribute funds toward their employees' and their own retirement savings.
By Seychelle Thomas Published
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Nervously Nearing Retirement? Four Do’s, Four Don’ts and One Never
With so many critical decisions to make and lots of opinions to consider, here are some common-sense tips to keep you on track.
By Thomas Diorio Published
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A 10-Year Checklist For Retirement Planning
This checklist for retirement planning will help you get in shape 10 years out.
By David Rodeck Published
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You've Just Inherited an IRA: What Do You Do Now?
The rules on inherited defined contribution plans (not just IRAs) seem like a moving target, but here’s what you need to know (as the rules stand now).
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® Published
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Collision vs. Comprehensive Car Insurance: Which Do You Need?
Here's what you need to know about collision vs. comprehensive car insurance.
By Erin Bendig Published
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Kiplinger's GDP Outlook: Recession Odds Decline
Economic Forecasts There’s now a 30% chance of a recession in early 2024, down from 40%.
By David Payne Last updated
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Five Tips for Becoming a Financially Successful Couple
Husband-wife financial adviser team practice what they preach, recommending lots of open communication and aligned priorities.
By Tim Schultz, NSSA® Published
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Real Estate Investing: How You Can Profit Now
Invest in real estate by using three of the most popular methods: become a landlord, flip houses or try crowdfunding.
By Jacob Wolinsky Published