Wealth Creation
News, insights and expert analysis on wealth creation from the team at Kiplinger.
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The Danger of the Word ‘Permanent’ in Estate PlanningHigher estate tax exemptions may be presented as "permanent," but relying on tax rules to stay the same — and not regularly updating your estate plan — is risky.
By Luke A. Palmer, CFP®, AAMS®, CRPS®, AWMA®
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Will AI Replace Your Job or Create New Opportunities?The real financial question may not be how many workers artificial intelligence replaces, but how many new jobs, businesses and opportunities it creates.
By Neale Godfrey, Financial Literacy Expert
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Your Retirement Planning Scorecard: 5 Key Areas to MonitorJust like a good coach looks beyond the scoreboard to prepare for the next game, successful retirement planning requires regular evaluation.
By Jeffrey V. Covert, CFP®, CPA
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Late-Career Job Loss? 3 Ways to Protect Your RetirementIf you fear losing your job later in life, stay one step ahead by budgeting, stress-testing your retirement plan and investing in your professional network now.
By Chris Cohan, ChFC, RMA
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Don't Get Burned by a Home Warranty: What to Do InsteadHome warranty companies often make big promises to get you to sign up, only to stall or deny expensive repairs when you need them most. Here's an example.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq.
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IPO Strategy: Why Waiting to Invest Pays OffIPOs are exciting — that doesn't mean they're bargains, and you're usually better off tuning out the hype. Here's a checklist to help you decide when to invest.
By Steven Melnick, CFA®
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DST Taxes: Why You Pay on More Than the IncomeDST investors may pay taxes on income being held back for future property improvements. It's no cause for alarm, as taxes today mean tax benefits tomorrow.
By Dwight Kay
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How Teachers Can Maximize Their 403(b) and 457(b) PlansEligible education workers can contribute to 403(b) and 457(b) plans, giving them flexibility when deciding how to save and use retirement funds.
By Mike Dullaghan, AIF®
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3 Steps to Defining Your Retirement MissionWhat do you want your retirement to look like? Define the mission first, and the appropriate investment products will practically pick themselves.
By Mike Decker, NSSA®
