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Cash Balance Plans: An Expert Guide to the High Earner's Secret Weapon for Retirement
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How to Get Rid of the Things Your Kids Don't Want While Downsizing
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Here's Why Walmart Deals are Better Than Amazon Prime Day
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The 60-40 Portfolio Rule of Investing: Not Dead Yet?
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The Hidden Costs of Caregiving: Crisis Goes Well Beyond Financial Issues
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Investing
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Five Things You Can Learn From Jimmy Buffett's Estate Dispute
The dispute over Jimmy Buffett's estate highlights crucial lessons for the rest of us on trust creation, including the importance of co-trustee selection, proactive communication and options for conflict resolution.
By John M. Goralka Published
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I'm a Financial Adviser: For True Diversification, Think Beyond the Basic Stock-Bond Portfolio
Amid rising uncertainty and inflation, effective portfolio diversification needs to extend beyond just stocks and bonds to truly manage risk.
By Dustin L. Tait Published
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I'm a Retirement Psychologist: Money Won't Buy You Happiness in Your Life After Work
While financial security is crucial for retirement, the true 'retirement crisis' is often an emotional, psychological and social one. You need a plan beyond just money that includes purpose, structure and social connection.
By Richard P. Himmer, PhD Published
Personal Finance
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10 Reasons You Don't Want to Retire in Florida
retirement An overabundance of boomers, critters, sweat and weirdness. Welcome to the dark side of the Sunshine State.
By Bob Niedt Last updated
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Five Reasons You Shouldn't Shop on Amazon Prime Day
Smart Buying Is Amazon Prime Day still a good deal? We'll break it down.
By Sean Jackson Last updated
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Amazon Outlet: The Secret to Finding Overstock Deals Online
Amazon Prime At Amazon Outlet, shoppers can get up to 70% off housewares, tech, automotive, jewelry, shoes and more.
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Taxes
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California Tax Guide 2025
State Tax Explore California's 2025 state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how California compares nationwide.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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2025 Standard Deduction Changes Under New Trump Tax Bill
Tax Breaks What is the standard deduction for your filing status in 2025?
By Kate Schubel Last updated
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Electric Car Owners Can’t Avoid Road Taxes in 2025
New Taxes Hawaii launched its new EV road usage fee in July. Here’s why some states are implementing similar new electric vehicle taxes across the nation.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Published
Retirement
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Six Signs It's Time to Retire
Thinking about retiring in 2025? See if any of these six signs ring true
By Donna Fuscaldo Last updated
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Take a Sabbatical Over Early Retirement for a Cheaper Reset
A sabbatical can help you get over burnout, explore a new career or hobby and won't break your retirement if done right.
By Jacob Schroeder Last updated
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Social Security Email About 'Big Beautiful Bill' Tax Changes Sparks Confusion
Tax Changes Here’s what’s really happening with taxes on Social Security benefits under Trump’s new tax plan.
By Kelley R. Taylor Published
Real Estate
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Retire in Spain for Rich Culture, Cuisine and Coastal Bliss
US expats choose to retire in Spain for its sense of style, world-class beaches and cities, diverse lifestyles and its fabulous food and wine.
By Drew Limsky Published
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Balancing Safety and Affordability: Florida’s Condominium Reform Enters a New Chapter
As robust inspections and reserve mandates remain, the state legislature introduces flexibility to ease financial burdens on condo owners.
By Paige Cerulli Published
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Ten Cheapest Places to Live in Virginia
Property Taxes The Commonwealth of Virginia has some cheap places to live. Here are a few if you hate paying property taxes.
By Kate Schubel Published
Property Taxes
Economic Forecasts
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Kiplinger Energy Outlook: Gas Prices Up on Middle East War
Economic Forecasts While not exactly cheap, gas prices this holiday weekend will be the lowest for July 4 since 2021.
By Jim Patterson Last updated
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AI’s Rapid Rise Sparks New Cyber Threats
The Kiplinger Letter Cybersecurity professionals are racing to ward off AI threats while also using AI tools to shore up defenses.
By John Miley Published
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Kiplinger GDP Outlook: Don’t Be Fooled by Recent Growth
Kiplinger Forecasts Read Kiplinger's latest GDP forecast — we assess the state of the economy and review the gross domestic product growth rate.
By David Payne Last updated
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Travel Check out where to travel safely before you book international travel.
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