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10 Ways to Generate Retirement Income
Here are some of the benefits and drawbacks of each of these retirement income strategies so you can see which ones might work for you.
By Mike Decker, NSSA® Published
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How to Live Like You’ve Won the Lottery
Just because you haven’t won a jackpot doesn’t mean you can’t fulfill your dreams of doing what’s important to you with who is important to you.
By Frank J. Legan Published
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International Travel with Medications: Know Before You Go
When you travel with medications abroad, good planning can help avoid getting your prescriptions confiscated — or worse. Here's how to stay on the right side of the law.
By Donna LeValley Published
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Want to Move to France? What to Consider Financially
Before you start packing, you might want to check out the potential impacts on your taxes, investments, retirement planning and estate planning.
By Alex Ingrim, Chartered MCSI Published
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States That Won't Tax Your Death
Estate Taxes How much will your children —or other heirs — pay when you die? That depends on whether you live in a state with no death tax.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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Kiplinger Inflation Outlook: Investor Optimism Increases
Economic Forecasts Odds of a Federal Reserve cut in interest rates are increasing.
By David Payne Last updated
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How Do You Pay off Credit Card Debt?
Making Your Money Last Pay off credit card debt with these tried-and-true strategies.
By Ellen Kennedy Last updated
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How to Increase Credit Scores — Fast
How to increase credit scores quickly, starting with paying down your credit card debt.
By Lisa Gerstner Last updated
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All 30 Dow Jones Stocks Ranked: The Pros Weigh In
blue chip stocks The Dow Jones Industrial Average comprises 30 blue-chip stocks that are tops in their industries. But some Dow Jones stocks are better buys than others.
By Dan Burrows Last updated
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20 Secrets to Shopping at Costco
Smart Buying Here's how to get the most out of your Costco membership.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Costco vs. Sam's Club: Which Warehouse Club Is Best for Your Wallet?
Smart Buying When comparing Costco vs. Sam's Club, which comes out ahead? We checked how they stack up in several areas. Here's what we found.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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If You Put $500 in a CD for 5 Years, Here's How Much Money You'd Have
savings CDs can be a great way to beef up your savings. Here's how much money you'd have if you put $500 in a CD for 5 Years.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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11 of the Best Places to Live in California
There's a little something for everyone and every kind of lifestyle in these places in California.
By Lisa Amand Last updated
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Five Reasons to Take Social Security Early (and Four Reasons to Wait)
There are sound reasons to take Social Security early. While many experts say it's best to wait until full retirement age to claim benefits, here are some reasons to start early.
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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Why Would You Need Cyber Insurance?
First, what is it? And is it really necessary? Here are some instances where you might wish you had a cyber insurance policy.
By Karl Susman, CPCU, LUTCF, CIC, CSFP, CFS, CPIA, AAI-M, PLCS Published
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How Much Cash You Really Need
There are a few conditions to determine how much cash you really need in case of an emergency.
By Ben Luthi Last updated
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Kiplinger Special Report: The Trade Gap Widens
Economic Forecasts Data for May show that trade likely detracted from U.S. GDP growth this spring.
By Rodrigo Sermeño Last updated
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Can I Stop Social Security and Restart it Later? Get a Do-Over
Get a Social Security do-over. Learn how to stop and restart Social Security.
By Jacob Wolinsky Last updated
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11 Tips on How and When to File an Amended Tax Return
Tax Returns What to do if you discover a mistake on a previously filed tax return (and other reasons for filing an amended tax return).
By Rocky Mengle Last updated
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Powerball Jackpot Winner Will Get a Hefty 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 a Good Debt-to-Equity Ratio and How to Interpret The Number
A debt-to-equity ratio is a way to measure how solid a company's financial position is. Here, we take a closer look at what it is and how investors can use it.
By Coryanne Hicks Last updated
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How to Find the Best REIT ETFs
ETFs Investors can use the best REIT ETFs to gain exposure to the real estate market, and finding the right funds requires looking for a big asset tally and low expense ratio.
By Jeff Reeves Last updated
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How Much Life Insurance Do You Need?
insurance Instead of relying on rules of thumb, you’re better off taking a systematic approach to figuring your life insurance needs.
By Kimberly Lankford Last updated
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A Bunch of IRS Tax Deductions and Credits You Need to Know
Tax Breaks Lowering your taxable income is the key to paying less to the IRS. Several federal tax credits and deductions can help.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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South Carolina State Tax Guide
State Tax South Carolina 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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Midyear Tax Planning Strategies: Five Things to Do Now
Tax Planning Tax planning is most effective as a year-round strategy. Here’s what you should do now at midyear.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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United Airlines Card Launches $1,012 Limited-Time Offer
Get up to 90,000 bonus United Airlines miles (worth about $1,012) and lounge access when you sign up for a Chase credit card.
By Ellen Kennedy Last updated
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New Hampshire State Tax Guide
State Tax State tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, fuel, cigarette, and other taxes that impact New Hampshire residents.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Rent a Luxury Pool This Summer With Swimply — the Airbnb of Pools
With Swimply, you can live it up at a luxury pool while escaping the heat and going for a swim.
By Erin Bendig Published