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You might want to convert all of your retirement savings to a Roth in one go, but you could pay hundreds of thousands more in taxes than you'd have to.

By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA®

Is it better to make a lump-sum contribution up front or spread funds out through the years? We asked a college savings professional and a financial planner for their advice.

By Maurie Backman

Annuities are becoming more popular among savers who want peace of mind and a regular stream of income in retirement.

By Jacob Wolinsky

Author and veteran money manager Ben Carlson talks about managing market volatility and building wealth at all stages of your investing journey.

By Karee Venema

I took a deep dive into what actually builds retirement confidence. The answers had less to do with the amount saved than I expected.

By Jacob Schroeder

Tax law changes might be confusing, but there are still ways to be generous without sacrificing financial security. A donor-advised fund is a place to start.

By Caleb Lund, CAP®

Written by experts who have experience with high-stakes situations like FBI hostage crises, "Never Settle" stands out by focusing on practical exercises.

By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq.

High-earning young professionals often rush to get a better rate on student loans as soon as they're able. But it can pay to leave the options open for a while.

By Sravani Atluri

Military modernization and the new space race are converging to create a compelling opportunity for private market investors.

By Christopher Zook

cryptocurrency Bitcoin ETFs eliminate the need for self-custody of the cryptocurrency while providing excellent liquidity. Here are a few we like.

By Tony Dong, MSc

These high-yield ETFs screen for stocks paying outsize yields. Here's how to evaluate which ETF is best for your portfolio.

By Tony Dong, MSc

retirement Want to earn extra cash in retirement? Here are 20 of the best jobs to keep your mind and body in shape.

By Kathryn Pomroy

Tax Forms Knowing how this IRS form works can help with new jobs, tax refunds, and avoiding estimated tax payments in 2026.

By Rocky Mengle

A Medicaid asset protection trust can help ensure your protected assets go to your beneficiaries rather than your long-term care.

By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA®

The Kiplinger Readers’ Choice Awards celebrate the best products and services in personal finance.

By Rachael Green

These are the best cash-back credit cards chosen by Kiplinger readers.

By Sean Jackson

The Kiplinger Readers’ Choice Awards celebrate the best products and services in personal finance.

By Sean Jackson

These are the best travel rewards cards chosen by Kiplinger readers.

By Sean Jackson

Here are the nation's best banks, as chosen by Kiplinger readers.

By Sean Jackson

The winners of the Kiplinger Readers’ Choice Awards' best auto insurance company category.

By Rachael Green

The Kiplinger Readers’ Choice Awards celebrate the best products and services in personal finance.

By Sean Jackson

The results of the Kiplinger Readers’ Choice Awards' best homeowners insurance company category.

By Rachael Green

The results of the Kiplinger Readers’ Choice Awards' best tax software category.

By Rachael Green

Find out which airline credit card rewards programs came out on top.

By Sean Jackson

These are the best annuity providers chosen by Kiplinger readers.

By Rachael Green

The winners of the Kiplinger Readers’ Choice Awards' best peer-to-peer payment apps category.

By Rachael Green

The winners of the Kiplinger Readers’ Choice Awards' best internet banks category.

By Sean Jackson