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What to Check on Your Car Before a Winter Storm
Winter storms are expected soon. Get your vehicle ready now to avoid breakdowns, costly repairs and dangerous roadside surprises.
By Paige Cerulli
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How to Choose a Mortgage Lender in Five Steps
Not all lenders are created equal — here’s how to compare offers, rates and terms with confidence.
By Dori Zinn
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How to Add Treasury Bonds, Bills and Notes to an IRA
investing If you are wondering how to add Treasury bills, bonds and notes to an IRA, there are ways to do so.
By Lisa Gerstner
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What to Ask a Contractor Before a Renovation
Homeowners should ask these essential questions before hiring a contractor to avoid surprises, protect their investment and keep projects on time and on budget.
By Paige Cerulli
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3 Things Dave Ramsey Says to Stop Buying — and 2 That Are Worth It
Debt-free living starts with smart choices. Here's what Ramsey says to avoid and where your money is well spent.
By Paige Cerulli
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Smart Ways to Share a Credit Card
Adding an authorized user has its benefits, but make sure you set the ground rules.
By Ella Vincent
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How to Plan a Microvacation That Actually Feels Restful
How a simple long weekend can boost your mood, reduce stress and make winter feel shorter.
By Choncé Maddox
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What to Watch for When Refinancing Your Home Mortgage
A smart refinance can save you thousands, but only if you know how to avoid costly pitfalls, calculate true savings and choose the right loan for your goals.
By Paige Cerulli
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Five Ways to Shop for a Low Mortgage Rate
Becoming a Homeowner Mortgage rates are high this year, but you can still find an affordable loan with these tips.
By Daniel Bortz
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Prevent Title Fraud: Smart Steps to Protect Your Deed
Scams Protect yourself from deed theft with these free steps. You don’t need to pay a company to protect your your home title.
By Carla Ayers
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Should You Renew Your CD?
With rate cuts impacting earnings, we examine if now is a wise time to renew CDs.
By Ella Vincent
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How Much Income You Really Need to Afford a $500,000 Home
As home prices increase, the income needed for a house is also climbing. We break down what you need to earn to afford a $500,000 home.
By Paige Cerulli
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Get Three Streaming Services Ad-Free for $8
American Express Platinum cardholders can use their streaming perks to score this ad-free deal for only $8 per month. Here's how.
By Sean Jackson
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What Not to Do in an Airport Lounge
Before you settle into that cushy lounge chair, skip the rookie moves that annoy other travelers and can even get you kicked out.
By Paige Cerulli
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9 Ways to Save Money on Streaming Services
Deals Want to save money on streaming services? These nine tips will help you cut costs while watching your favorite shows.
By Martin Shore
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Why You Might Want to Keep Your Phone Instead of Trading It In
Upgrading your phone doesn’t have to mean handing over the one you already use.
By Paige Cerulli
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The Savvy Way to Spend (and Enjoy) Your Bonus
Use your bonus to build wealth, boost savings and still enjoy a little well-earned fun.
By Paige Cerulli
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Loyalty Doesn’t Pay: Why Your Car Insurance Keeps Going Up
You’ve been a good customer, now your premium is creeping up. Here’s why loyalty might be costing you on car insurance.
By Paige Cerulli
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Dental Cost Advice for New Retirees, From a New Retiree
What I faced in my first dental bill after retiring.
By Sandra Block
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A New Kind of HELOC Lets Homeowners Fund Remodels on Their Terms
Finance home upgrades gradually, using the equity you already have.
By Carla Ayers
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How to Read a Company's Balance Sheet Like a Stock Pro
Knowing how to read this financial statement can help you separate strong companies from struggling ones.
By David Milstead
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How to Choose the Best Charities to Donate To
While you set your giving strategy, think about your values, and select organizations that will put your contributions to good use.
By Emma Patch
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Today's Word Row Puzzle
Puzzles How many attempts will it take for you to guess the word? There's a new Word Row puzzle to try every day.
By Kiplinger Staff
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Today's Sudoku (Hard)
Puzzles Challenge yourself with today's tricky Sudoku. There's a new puzzle to try every day.
By Kiplinger Staff
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Kiplinger Online Word Flower Puzzle
Puzzles Challenge yourself to find as many words as you can. The more letters you use, the more you score. Play a new Word Flower game daily on Kiplinger.com.
By Kiplinger Staff
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Planning a Major Home Renovation? 3 Smart Ways to Finance It
From HELOCs to personal loans, here’s how to pay for a major home renovation without draining your savings.
By Paige Cerulli
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How Fast Does Your Internet Really Need to Be?
From solo streamers to bustling smart homes, here’s how to match your internet speed to your lifestyle and know when it’s time to upgrade.
By Paige Cerulli
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Your Rewards Credit Card Could Be Failing You. Here’s What You’re Doing Wrong
Maximizing credit card perks isn’t just about spending more. It’s about avoiding hidden traps that erode the value of rewards.
By Paige Cerulli
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How Location Changes the Math on Owning a Vacation Home
The market you choose can make your dream getaway a smart investment — or an expensive mistake.
By Dori Zinn
