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I Thought I’d Lost My House Down Payment, But Here’s Why it All Worked Out
When banks are in crisis, there are important things to remember to stay calm.
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Kiplinger Housing Outlook: Single-Family Starts Rise for the Second Consecutive Month
Economic Forecasts Single-Family Starts Rise for the Second Consecutive Month
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Is Your Scholarship Tax-Free or Taxable?
Scholarships are generally tax-free if certain IRS and other requirements are met.
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I Love You, But Your ‘I Love You Will’ Needs to Go
An ‘I Love You Will’ works great as long as everything goes as planned, but there are three reasons that kind of will may not love you back.
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What Are Fixed Index Annuities, and How Do They Work?
The best part about fixed index annuities: protection from downside risk. And the closer you get to retirement, the more you want protection if the markets have another bad year.
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Lower Taxes on Required Minimum Distributions
Tax Breaks Congress has given retirees more time to take required distributions from their retirement accounts. But postponing withdrawals could cost you a lot of money.
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New York State Tax Guide
state tax New York State tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, fuel, cigarette, and other taxes that impact residents.
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I’m a Bitcoin Loser and I Won’t Be Going Near It Again
A Kiplinger staffer describes his experience with Bitcoin and why he won't be investing in the cryptocurrency again.
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Five Places to Put Cash Rather Than in the Bank
FDIC sweep programs, money market funds, Treasuries and more could be alternative places to stash cash instead of keeping it in the bank.
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How to Help Your Kids Profit From Their Collectibles
You’ve been a longtime collector, but the kids are more interested in comic books than your baseball cards. You can use your expertise to help them profit from their own collections — and strengthen your bonds.
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Best States to Pursue a Career in Finance
These 10 states are the best to pursue a career in finance or accounting.
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What's Typically in a Severance Package
If you’re laid off from your job, you might be offered severance pay and other benefits. Here’s what to know before you sign this legal agreement.
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Find Your Monthly Payment With This Mortgage Calculator
With our mortgage calculator, you can easily determine your monthly mortgage payment.
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10 States With the Lowest Sales Tax
Don't rush to a state with low sales tax if your goal is to save money.
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Coming Soon: The Kiplinger Advisor Collective
Subscribe to be the first to hear more about our new membership platform, the Kiplinger Advisor Collective.
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In Investing, How Do You Combat Uncertainty of Force Majeure?
Investors can’t predict every possible outcome, but having an investment strategy devised by a financial adviser, a robo-adviser or even yourself can help.
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Gas-Saving Tips That Actually Work
Buying & Leasing a Car When fuel prices rise, all kinds of gas-saving schemes get floated. We separate the serious from the silly for you.
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How to Survive a Layoff
Losing your job can be traumatic, but it doesn’t have to wreck your finances.
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Formula for Small Business Success: Stick With What You Know
Kirby Company executive Daniel Blalock knows all about starting in door-to-door sales and working his way to the top.
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10 States With the Highest Sales Taxes
state tax These states have the highest sales tax in the U.S., but do they really? Learn what taxes really look like before you travel or relocate, so you don’t overspend.
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How Bitcoin Mining Works and If It's Worth It
Bitcoin mining can be extremely lucrative, but it also comes with big risks. Here’s what you need to know.
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How to Find the Cheapest Home Insurance Policy
Homeowners insurance can help cover your home in the event of a burglary, fire or natural disaster and the following tips can help you score the cheapest policies.
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Are You Guilty of Financial Infidelity?
Nearly one in four Americans are keeping money-related secrets from their partners.
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For Best Tax Savings, Year-Round Tax Planning Is Essential
For optimal, ongoing tax reduction, consider employing these nine strategies throughout the entire year.
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From SECURE Act to SECURE 2.0: Is Your Estate Plan Safe?
The ever-evolving legislative landscape provides both challenges and opportunities when it comes to making plans for your retirement and your estate. A key focus: tax planning.
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How to Prioritize Paying off Student Loans
There are several factors to consider to decide if you should prioritize paying off your student loans.
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How to Decide Between a Roth or Traditional IRA
retirement Deciding between a Roth or traditional IRA means understanding the differences for tax implications and qualifications.
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Skip These Fees When You Head Overseas
Foreign-transaction fees can add up when you make purchases abroad, but there are ways to bypass them.
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If You'd Put $1,000 Into Microsoft Stock 20 Years Ago, Here's What You'd Have Today
Microsoft Microsoft stock has lost almost $500 billion in value since its all-time high, but bulls say it's only a matter of time before it reclaims its heights.
