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The Dream of Retiring on a Cruise Ship Turned Into a NightmareAfter selling their homes and paying six figures to cruise in retirement, Villa Vie Odyssey passengers were forced to disembark in Cambodia as fuel costs mounted.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Earnings Calendar and Analysis for This Weekstocks Check out our earnings calendar for this week, as well as our previews and recaps of the more noteworthy reports.
By Karee Venema
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Best Money Market Accounts — November 2026Savings Money market accounts offer the flexibility of checking accounts while helping you earn up to 4.05% APY.
By Sean Jackson
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Nasdaq Bounces as Chips Lead AI Revival: Stock Market TodayNvidia, the leader of the AI revolution, was among the top Dow Jones stocks on midterm Election Day. But the blue chip index was in the red at the closing bell.
By David Dittman
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12 Retirement Moves to Make Before the Year EndsFrom applying for Social Security and donating to charity to maximizing your savings accounts, here are 12 retirement moves you can still make in 2026
By Kathryn Pomroy
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The IRS PIN Portal Is Going Offline. Are You Protected?Tax Refunds Amid a rising fraud crisis, November leaves taxpayers a narrow window to secure their identity in 2026.
By Kate Schubel
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Dow Rises Amid More Selling for AI Stocks: Stock Market TodayAll three main equity indexes were up before the weight of a mostly risk-off mood for the AI trade dragged the Nasdaq Composite and the S&P 500 into the red.
By David Dittman
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The Best 5-Year CDs — Earn Up to 5.00%The top 5-year CD rates offer up to 5.00%, helping savers reach long-term savings goals.
By Sean Jackson
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Where to Find 4.50% One-Year CDs NowSavings The best one-year CD rates are a smart way to achieve short-term savings goals.
By Sean Jackson
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Voters Want Social Security Solvent: Even if It Means Higher TaxesTax Policy Shoring up Social Security to protect future benefits will likely involve major tax changes.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Best Cash Cows to BuyThese cash cows and their bulletproof balance sheets are built to weather Wall Street's and Main Street's prevailing storms.
By Jeff Reeves
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Best Stocks to Buy NowWhen compiling our list of the best stocks to buy now, we look for high-quality companies that are poised to benefit over the next 12 months.
By Anne Kates Smith
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Nasdaq Falls Another 747 Points as Intel Is Way Outside: Stock Market TodayEarnings reports from companies laying the foundation for the AI revolution continued to drive risk-off price action into the Halloween weekend.
By David Dittman
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Renting vs Buying in 2026: The Monthly Cost Difference May Surprise YouIs it cheaper to rent or buy a home in 2026? We compare current rents, mortgage payments and ownership costs to see which makes more financial sense.
By Choncé Maddox
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The Hottest Stocks Congress Is Trading Right NowSome of the stock trades made by members of the House and Senate might surprise you.
By Dan Burrows
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What to Look Out for in Economic Data This WeekA steady stream of labor market data builds toward Jobs Friday on this week's economic calendar.
By Karee Venema
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The 13 Best Things Rich Retirees DoFrom prioritizing spending and investing to using debt wisely and developing a giving attitude, rich retirees build a roadmap for a meaningful journey.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Nasdaq Drops 365 Points on Big Alphabet Miss: Stock Market TodayEconomic data and earnings reports drove Thursday's price action, with sharp drops for a pair of blue chips dragging the broader stock market lower.
By Karee Venema
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The $19,000 IRS Rule Parents Overlook When Gifting a House Down PaymentGift Tax Crossing IRS gift limits without a strategy creates surprise capital gains bills and retirement headaches. Here's what to know.
By Kate Schubel
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Fed Holds Steady: What That MeansThe October Fed meeting came and went without a rate hike. Wall Street is now wondering what Chair Warsh & Co. will do in December.
By Karee Venema
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Stocks Rise Despite Inflation and War Talk: Stock Market TodayThe main equity indexes were up and down, along with volatile oil prices and bond yields, as the Fed acted as markets expected.
By David Dittman
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Social Security Payment Schedule: When Is Your November Check Arriving?The date your November Social Security benefit arrives depends on the day of the month you were born.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Nasdaq Jumps 308 Points on Broadcom's Big Gains: Stock Market TodayA big rally in chip stocks boosted the Nasdaq and S&P 500 Tuesday, while Boeing's post-earnings drop kept the Dow Jones Industrial Average underwater.
By Karee Venema
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A Modern Guide to When You Actually Need to TipAs new technology adds to social pressure, this modern guide to tipping reveals how to approach gratuities for everyone from your barista to the car mechanic.
By Laura Petrecca
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10 Free and Low-Cost Online Classes for RetireesUnlock new skills and keep learning for free (or nearly free). These online classes are perfect for curious, knowledge-loving retirees.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Stocks Start a Big Week With Solid Gains: Stock Market TodayIs it an exaggeration to say this is the most important week all year for the stock market? Maybe, maybe not, with Mag 7 earnings and a Fed meeting on tap.
By David Dittman
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Democrats Poised for Big Gains in NovemberThe Kiplinger Letter The Democratic Party is in position to retake the House and is slightly favored to win the Senate.
By Sean Lengell
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5 Questions About Power of Attorney After 'You Can See Everything,' AnsweredThe new documentary "You Can See Everything" about Elizabeth Holmes prompted some questions about power of attorney privileges.
By Alexandra Svokos
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Dow Drops 652 Points as Oil, Treasury Yields Rise: Stock Market TodayTensions between the U.S. and Iran rattled markets and lifted oil prices ahead of next week's Fed meeting.
By Karee Venema
