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Social Security and Your Taxes: Five Things to Know
Social Security The Social Security COLA is just one aspect of your benefits that can impact your taxes.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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When Is the Next CPI Report?
CPI Reports When does the next CPI report land and what inflation rate is expected?
By Dan Burrows Last updated
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When Is the Next Fed Meeting?
The FOMC is expected to maintain a gradual pace of interest rate cuts at the next Fed meeting.
By Dan Burrows Last updated
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4 Things You Need to Know Before Applying for Social Security in 2025
Don't unnecessarily delay or reduce your Social Security benefits because you don't know all the rules and requirements.
By Donna LeValley Published
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2025 and 2024 Federal Income Tax Brackets and Rates
Income Tax Knowing your federal tax bracket is essential, as it determines your marginal income tax rate for the year.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Utah Tax Guide
State Tax Utah state tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, gas, cigarette, and other taxes that impact residents.
By Rocky Mengle Last updated
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Vermont Tax Guide
State Tax Vermont 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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Are You a Renter? You Could Save on Taxes
Tax Breaks With these tax savings at your fingertips, rent may be more affordable
By Kate Schubel Last updated
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Protect Your Retirement: Seven RMD Mistakes to Avoid
Retirement RMD mistakes can lead to IRS tax penalties and in some cases, more taxable income than necessary.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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What's Better Than Investing in Crypto? These 'Boring' Picks
Cryptocurrency may be good for a thrill, but older investors are better off with assets like bonds, guaranteed annuities, CDs and maybe dividend-paying stocks.
By Ken Nuss Published
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Four Actions to Lessen Retirement Stress for Women (and Men)
Saving for retirement is anxiety-inducing for everyone, especially women. Following this four-part action plan can help improve your financial security.
By Nicole Stokes, CLTC®, CLU®, ChFC®, M.A., RICP® Published
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Year-End Retirement Tax Planning Actions if You Have $1 Million or More
Consider implementing these four strategies before December 31 to potentially improve your tax situation for this year and the future.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC® Published
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Five Simple Strategies to Ensure a Happy Retirement
Employer retirement plans are great, but individual responsibility plays a huge role in retirement success. Here's how to empower yourself.
By Romi Savova Published
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Retire Abroad Before 55: Eight Expert Tips
Can't afford early retirement in the U.S.? You really can retire abroad before 55 if you plan carefully. The strong dollar helps, but consider your long-term strategy.
By Jacob Schroeder Published
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The Rule of $1,000: Is This Retirement Rule Right for You?
The rule of $1,000 a month can estimate how much you need to save for retirement. But it assumes an aggressive withdrawal rate.
By Adam Shell Published
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25 Financial Moves to Consider Before December 31
Tidying up your financial house before the New Year kicks off will put you in a great position to have a financially satisfying and successful 2025.
By Jonathan I. Shenkman, AIF® Published
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Five Side Hustles You Could Turn Into a Full-Time Business
You might be able to capitalize on your expertise in ways you haven't thought of, possibly even leading to quitting your 9-to-5 job to do what you love.
By Anthony Martin Published
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Kiplinger Trade Outlook: Trade Gap Narrows Sharply in October
Forecasts Kiplinger's latest forecast on trade: U.S. exports, imports and our net trade deficit.
By Rodrigo Sermeño 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 yield on your cash but want to avoid any pesky fees.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Kiplinger Housing Outlook: Existing Home Sales Fall Again
Economic Outlooks Home prices keep rising, but the rate of increase continues to slow.
By Rodrigo Sermeño Last updated
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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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Stock Market Trading Hours: What Time Is the Stock Market Open Today?
Markets When does the market open? While the stock market does have regular hours, trading doesn't necessarily stop when the major exchanges close.
By Michael DeSenne Last updated
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The 6 Best Books on Investing
investing These six books will help you be a better investor.
By Coryanne Hicks Last updated
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Eight Strategies for Deciding When to File For Social Security
Applying at age 70 maximizes your monthly payout, but claiming early could provide advantages that can’t be quantified on a spreadsheet.
By Sandra Block Last updated
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A Public Pension and Full Social Security Benefits? No Way
retirement If you receive a public pension from federal, state or local government, don't count on full Social Security benefits. Here's how to protect your retirement.
By Susan B. Garland Last updated
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Best 3-Year CDs
Here are the best 3-year CDs with rates well over 4.00%.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Should You Buy Pet Insurance?
You can fend off big veterinary bills with a policy that covers your furry companion.
By Donna Fuscaldo Published
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What's the 2024 Standard Deduction?
Tax Breaks Most people claim the standard deduction on their federal tax return instead of itemizing deductions. How much can you claim?
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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The Average 401(k) Balance by Age
Knowing how your 401(k) balance compares to your peers could be the catalyst to save more.
By Adam Shell Last updated