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Social Security Payment Schedule for 2026
Find out when you can expect your 2026 Social Security payments and the date you get paid when your scheduled day falls on a holiday.
By Donna LeValley
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Do You Have the 5 Pillars of Retirement Planning in Place?
Planning in these five areas is required so you're covered on everything from taxes and health care expenses to what happens to your estate when you're gone.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA®
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I'm want to give my 3 grandkids $5K each for Christmas.
You're comfortably retired and want to give your grandkids a big Christmas check, but their parents are worried they might spend it all. We ask the pros for help.
By Maurie Backman
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The Rule of Compounding: Why Time Is an Investor's Best Friend
Described as both a "miracle" and a "wonder," compound interest is simply a function of time.
By Coryanne Hicks
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4 Great Tools to DIY Your Own Financial Plan
Smart Savings Several tools picked out by Kiplinger that DIYers can use to make their own financial plan.
By Chris Taylor
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The 7-Month Deadline That Sets Your Lifetime Medicare Premiums
Understanding Medicare enrollment is crucial, as missing deadlines can lead to permanent late enrollment penalties and gaps in coverage.
By Donna LeValley
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Retirees Living in Portugal: You Need a Post-NHR Tax Strategy
When your 10-year Non-Habitual Resident tax break ends, you could see your tax rate soar. Take steps to plan for this change well before the NHR window closes.
By Ricardo Jesus, MBA
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Target-Date Fund Innovation: Built-In Income Guarantees
With target-date funds falling short on income certainty, retirement plans should integrate guaranteed income solutions. Here is what participants can do.
By Myles J. McHale, Jr. AIF®, CRPP®
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Should You Get Walmart+ or Amazon Prime?
Walmart+ and Amazon Prime both promise free shipping, exclusive deals, and a suite of add-on services. But which one should you get, if any?
By Rachael Green
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If You'd Put $1,000 Into UnitedHealth Group Stock 20 Years Ago, Here's What You'd Have Today
UNH stock was a massive market beater for ages — until it wasn't.
By Dan Burrows
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Rising Home Prices and Mortgage Rates Can Make This Insurance More Relevant
It's been hard to avoid private mortgage insurance in an era of rising home prices and higher mortgage rates.
By Ella Vincent
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Here's What You'd Have If You Invested $1,000 Into Sherwin-Williams 20 Years Ago
Sherwin-Williams stock has clobbered the broader market by a wide margin for a long time.
By Dan Burrows
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4 Money Habits Boomers Swore By That Millennials Are Walking Away From
Millennials are trading tradition for flexibility when it comes to building wealth.
By Choncé Maddox
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Why Is My First Medicare Bill So High?
Your first Medicare bill may be higher than expected for several reasons. If your premiums aren't taken out of your Social Security benefit, the bill can be huge.
By Donna LeValley
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Why Aren't You Investing? 5 Common Excuses
There are many reasons you might not be participating in the stock market. Let's talk about what's keeping you from investing.
By Kyle Woodley
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7 Ways to Plan Now to Save on Medicare IRMAA Surcharges Later
Understand the critical two-year lookback period and why aggressive planning before you enroll in Medicare is the most effective way to minimize IRMAA.
By Donna LeValley
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Trump's Plan to Eliminate Income Tax: 7 Things to Know Now
Tax Policy The potential consequences of eliminating taxes in favor of Trump tariffs could impact everything from inflation to Social Security and might give some U.S. taxpayers pause.
By Roxanne Bland
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Where to Store Your Cash in 2026
Set yourself up for success with these strategies.
By Sean Jackson
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The 'Best of Both Worlds' Rule of Retirement Spending
It's the 4% rule on steroids. Here's what it is and why it may work for you.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Don't Let the Court Decide: Test Your Knowledge on Avoiding Probate
Quiz Test your basic understanding of why having a estate plan is crucial to avoiding probate in our quick quiz.
By Donna LeValley
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Your Year-End Tax and Estate Planning Review Just Got Urgent
Changing tax rules and falling interest rates mean financial planning is more important than ever as 2025 ends. There's still time to make these five key moves.
By Alan Weissberger, Esquire
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What Makes This Business Successful? The Founder's Kids Share
The children of Morgan Clayton share how their father's wisdom, life experience and caring nature have turned their family business into a respected powerhouse.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq.
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The 10 Safest Countries to Visit
Travel Check out where to travel safely before you book international travel.
By Brittany Leitner
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Best Cash Back Credit Cards of 2025
Credit Cards If you're searching for a credit card that rewards you for everyday purchases, we've chosen the best.
By Sean Jackson
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Credit Card Bonuses Up to $1,600 for New Cardholders
Credit Card Bonuses Up to $1,750 for New Cardholders
By Sean Jackson
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Hilton Honors Card Bonus Offer Worth up to $930
Earn 155,000 Hilton Honors bonus points with the American Express Surpass Card.
By Ellen B. Kennedy
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7 Rules Frequent Flyers Swear By
From dodging long lines to avoiding bad coffee, these clever travel rules can help you save time, stay healthy and reduce stress every time you fly.
By Choncé Maddox
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The Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards for You
credit cards Pack your bags and earn rewards for traveling. We chose the best cards for airline, hotel and other perks to help you save money.
By Sean Jackson
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Earn Delta SkyMiles Worth up to $840 Plus a Free Ticket
Delta SkyMiles and American Express provide welcome offers worth up to 70,000 SkyMiles on three personal credit cards.
By Sean Jackson
