Wealth Creation
News, insights and expert analysis on wealth creation from the team at Kiplinger.
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Financial Analyst Sees a Bright Present for Municipal Bond Investors
High-tax-bracket investors have an excellent opportunity to secure low-volatility, high-quality returns at yield levels rarely seen in over a decade.
By Peter Aloisi, CFA® Charterholder Published
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I'm an Insurance Pro: How Not to Get Dumped by Your Insurance Agent
Your insurance agent or broker might show you the door if you do any of these five things. Being a good customer is about more than paying your bill on time.
By Karl Susman, CPCU, LUTCF, CIC, CSFP, CFS, CPIA, AAI-M, PLCS Published
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Two Estate Planning Issues You Should Never Overlook
This estate planning attorney explains why proper asset titling and beneficiary designations make a big difference when it's time to transfer your wealth.
By Denise McClain, JD, CPA Published
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The Four D's That Could Force You to Sell Your Business
Business owners (or their heirs) can be rushed into a sale of their company if they haven't planned for a major change in circumstances — or the four D's.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® Published
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The Three Retirement Tax Issues I Nag My Clients About
A financial professional highlights areas of tax planning that retirees should have on their radar as they finalize their retirement plan.
By Robert Cannon, MBA, CFF®, AIFA® Published
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Do You Need Disability Insurance? Three Things to Know
Disability insurance can help replace some of your income during unexpected life events. Here are the basics, courtesy of a financial professional.
By Adam Frank Published
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How to Turn Education Planning Into Retirement Planning
Nervous about investing in a 529 plan? If college doesn't pan out, the money can now be rolled over into a Roth IRA, which will grow tax-free until retirement.
By Clint Coburn Published
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We Took Them in After the Fire, and Now They Won't Leave
A well-meaning older couple responded to a young couple's plea for help. Now they're looking at having to evict tenants rather than simply asking houseguests to go. How could this happen?
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq. Published
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How Financial Advisers Can Help Clients Navigate the SSFA
The Social Security Fairness Act's big changes and new opportunities could require adjustments in tax strategy for some Social Security recipients.
By Jake Klima Published