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11 Things You Need to Know About Medicare
Medicare There's Medicare Part A, Part B, Part D, Medigap plans, Medicare Advantage plans and so on. We sort out the confusion about signing up for Medicare — and much more.
By Catherine Siskos Published
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Six Travel Mistakes to Avoid
No travel medical insurance? Unnecessary luggage and hotel fees? Here are the biggest travel mistakes people make and how you can avoid them.
By Daniel Bortz Published
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If You'd Put $1,000 Into Disney Stock 20 Years Ago, Here's What You'd Have Today
Disney Disney stock, a long-time market laggard, has shed $175 billion in value since its all-time high.
By Dan Burrows Last updated
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10 States With the Highest Sales Taxes
Sales Taxes These states have the highest sales tax rates in the U.S., but do they really? Learn what taxes look like before you shop.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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Will the California Supreme Court Let Voters Decide Tax Hikes?
State Tax A controversial ballot initiative could restrict future taxes and tax hikes in the Golden State.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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I-Bonds: Pros and Cons of Investing
Learn about the pros and cons of investing in I-Bonds, U.S. savings bonds that protect your money from inflationary pressures.
By Jacob Wolinsky Last updated
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What You’ll Pay for Medicare in 2024
Medicare premiums are updated yearly and in 2024 premiums for Part B and Part B increased slightly after falling in 2023.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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After Decades of Promise, the Virtual Reality Era Has Finally Arrived
The Kiplinger Letter VR is a paradigm shift for consumer technology. The tech has a long road ahead, but amazing hardware already puts the huge potential on full display.
By John Miley Published
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The (R)evolution of Retirement Income Planning
With AI on the horizon to enable the optimization of retirement income plan choices, the retirement fortunes of retirees are about to improve.
By Jerry Golden, Investment Adviser Representative Published
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Five Steps to Sorting Out Your Asset Allocation
Investing decisions can be daunting, but following this five-step process can make it easier to figure out how to allocate your investments.
By Carol A. Bogosian, ASA Published
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I Asked an Unresponsive Lawyer if He Was OK, and He Woke Up
A previous article struck a chord with readers internationally — and lawyers — and the advice we shared has worked well.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq. Published
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Best Online Brokers and Trading Platforms
online brokers Find the best online brokers using our survey that compares investment offerings, tools, apps, advice and more.
By Nellie S. Huang Last updated
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Free (or Cheap) College for Seniors and Retirees in All 50 States
retirement Whether it's to complete a degree, gain new knowledge or just for fun, seniors and retirees can get on (back) to school in a most inexpensive way.
By Bob Niedt Last updated
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Best Cheap Stocks to Buy Now (Under $10)
If you're willing to take on the risk of owning cheap stocks, these five picks are all priced under $10.
By Jeff Reeves Published
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The Kiplinger 25: Our Favorite No-Load Mutual Funds
The Kiplinger 25 The Kiplinger 25 is a list of our top no-load mutual funds that have proven capable of weathering any storm.
By Nellie S. Huang Last updated
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Three 'Hidden Costs' of Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
Health Savings HSAs offer valuable tax benefits, but can 'hidden costs' erode those advantages?
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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How You Can Tackle Health Care Costs in Retirement
Doctor visits and medications are only part of the challenge of health care costs — there’s also long-term care planning. Here’s what you can do.
By Joel V. Russo, LUTCF Published
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Considering Purchasing and Renting a Property in Italy?
Owning a property in Italy where you can stay when you visit and rent out when you’re not there requires very careful planning.
By Davide Migali Published
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Capital Gains Tax Exclusion for Homeowners: What to Know
Tax Breaks The IRS capital gains home sale exclusion can be a valuable tax-saving tool if you are eligible.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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What Is a Debt-to-Equity Ratio and How Can Investors Use It?
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 Published
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Three Gen X Retirement Mistakes for Millennials, Gen Z to Avoid
Many Gen Xers haven’t prioritized saving for retirement and face a crisis as the first generation to retire without substantial support from pension plans.
By Tiffani Potesta Published
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How To Use Beta in Investing
Beta is one way to measure a stock's historical volatility. Here's how it works.
By Coryanne Hicks Published
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Six Essential Retirement Strategies for Baby Boomers
Emergency funds, estate plans, different kinds of insurance and smart investing strategies are all parts of a strong retirement plan.
By Justin Stivers, Esq. Published
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Kiplinger Housing Outlook: Home Prices Continue to Rise
Economic Forecasts High prices and rising mortgage rates weigh on home buyers.
By Rodrigo Sermeño Last updated
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How the EV Tax Credit Works
Tax Credits The EV federal tax credit of up to $7,500 can be complicated. Here's what you should know.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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The Best Credit Cards to Use When Renting Cars
The best credit cards to use for rental car insurance.
By Ellen Kennedy Last updated
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Is Now a Good Time to Buy a House?
The last several years have been confusing for potential home buyers. Here are four key questions you can ask yourself to help decide if you’re ready.
By Julia Pham, CFP®, AIF®, CDFA® Last updated
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New RMD Rules: Starting Age, Penalties, Roth 401(k)s, and More
RMDs The SECURE 2.0 Act makes major changes to the required minimum distribution rules.
By Rocky Mengle Last updated
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California State Tax Guide
State Tax California state tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, fuel, cigarette and other taxes that impact residents.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated