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Delta's Popular Short-Haul Perk is Going Away — Here's WhyLearn what changes are coming to your shorter trips.
By Sean Jackson
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Social Security Payment Schedule: When Is Your May Check Arriving?The date your May Social Security benefit arrives depends on the day of the month you were born.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Dow Drops 557 Points as Iran Tensions Ramp Up: Stock Market TodayWall Street is worried about re-escalating tensions in the Middle East.
By Karee Venema
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Why the Spirit Airlines Shutdown Matters Even If You Never Flew With ThemBefore you say "good riddance" to the nickel-and-diming carrier, here's how the Spirit Airlines Shutdown could impact your travel budget.
By Rachael Green
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Georgia Tax Refunds Are Coming: What to Expect in 2026State Tax Georgia surplus tax rebates are rolling out in May. Here's the breakdown of who's eligible and the plan to lower your income tax rate to 4.99%.
By Kate Schubel
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New Wealth Taxes Could Drive Residents Out of High-Tax States in 2026: But Will You Still Owe Taxes After Moving?State Tax With some states floating proposals to tax wealth, it's important to remember that relocation doesn't always end a state's tax reach.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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S&P 500, Nasdaq Hit New Highs on Apple Earnings: Stock Market TodayApple rounded out a big week of mega-cap earnings on a high note, sending two of the three main equity indexes to new highs on Friday.
By Karee Venema
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What the Nasdaq's New 'Fast Entry' Rule Means for InvestorsNew rules could leave passive investors holding the bag in massive IPOs.
By Dan Burrows
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America Plays Catch Up on DronesThe Kiplinger Letter Washington lags competitors in crucial defense technology.
By Matthew Housiaux
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How to Watch Formula 1 RacingF1's new streaming home, a packed global schedule and smarter ways to watch.
By Carla Ayers
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Dow Adds 790 Points on Caterpillar Earnings: Stock Market TodayThe Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed out April with impressive gains on strong earnings from Google parent Alphabet and economic bellwether Caterpillar.
By Karee Venema
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Save 20% on Decanter's Exclusive Fine Wine Encounter this JuneGet Grand Tasting and Masterclass ticket discounts to Decanter's Fine Wine Encounter in New York with a special Kiplinger promo code.
By Staff
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The 1% Deductible Rule to Avoid Overpaying for Home InsuranceYou could be overpaying for home insurance if your deductible is too low. But going too high can be just as risky. That's where the 1% deductible rule comes in.
By Rachael Green
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April Fed Meeting: Rates Remain the Same, Powell to Stick AroundThe April Fed meeting was Jerome Powell's last as chair of the central bank, but he's not leaving the central bank just yet.
By Karee Venema
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Why a 5-year CD is Still Your Best Bet After the Fed MeetingWith the rate pause at the April Fed meeting, you still have time to lock in historically high interest rates with a 5-year CD.
By Rachael Green
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Why You Should Get Whole Life Insurance After the Fed MeetingNow is a good time to diversify your retirement portfolio with a whole life insurance policy.
By Rachael Green
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10-Year Treasury Yield's Effect on Mortgage RatesWhere the 10-year Treasury yield moves, mortgage rates follow. Learn why they are connected and how they impact homebuyers.
By Sean Jackson
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Markets Are Mixed Amid Fed Uncertainty: Stock Market TodayEarnings are still solid, crude oil is still rising, and Jerome Powell is still a member of the Federal Reserve Board until further notice.
By David Dittman
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New California Wealth Tax Heads to the 2026 Ballot: Who Would Pay, What's at Stake and What Happens NextState Tax A proposed tax on extreme wealth in California is moving closer to voters. Here's what it means for high earners and others in the Golden State.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Nasdaq Nosedives as OpenAI Is Off Target: Stock Market TodayWith the Magnificent 7 all over the earnings calendar this week, a privately held company has a lot of publicly traded stocks under the microscope.
By David Dittman
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How — and Why — to Give to Your GrandkidsA guide to giving funds and wealth to your grandchildren, including arguments for why you should.
By David Rodeck
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April 30 Deadline: If You Live in One of These 'Late States,' Your Taxes Are Due This WeekState Taxes Residents in Delaware, Iowa, Virginia, and beyond must file 2025 state income taxes soon or request an extension. Don't miss the due date.
By Kate Schubel
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Nasdaq Notches Another New All-Time High: Stock Market TodayTwo of the three main U.S. equity indexes hit new all-time highs at the start of a big week for earnings and interest rates.
By David Dittman
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Another State Could Eliminate Income Tax in 2026 for Higher Sales Taxes: Will More States Follow?State Tax After eliminating its state capital gains tax last year, Missouri is now considering a larger tax shift. Could this serve as a test case for other states?
By Kelley R. Taylor
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These Cities Have the Most Dangerous Drivers — and It Could Cost YouA new list shows the cities where you're most likely to encounter collisions, making them dangerous places to drive. That factor could also raise your insurance costs.
By Sean Jackson
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Nasdaq, S&P 500 Reach New All-Time Highs: Stock Market TodayThe leader of the AI revolution helped carry two of the three main U.S. equity indexes to new highs heading into the weekend.
By David Dittman
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The Overlooked Chips Powering the AI BoomThe Kiplinger Letter Artificial intelligence is stoking demand for power semiconductors. But Chinese competition, surprise shortages and lackluster investment are looming risks.
By John Miley
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The $425 Million Capital One 360 Savings Settlement: Who’s Getting a Payout and What Happened?Capital One agreed to a $425 million settlement over its 360 Savings account interest rates. Here’s what you need to know.
By Rachael Green
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Best Places to Visit Where the Dollar Is StrongWhere favorable exchange rates turn dream trips into surprisingly affordable getaways.
By Quincy Williamson
