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119 JCPenney Stores Just Sold — Here’s What Shoppers Should Know
The $947 million JCPenney deal hints at bigger retail and real estate shifts.
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Figma IPO: Should You Buy FIG Stock?
The excitement surrounding the Figma IPO was evident in the design software company's blowout market debut.
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Best 5-Year CD Rates
The best 5-year CD rates earn you up to 4.28%, outpacing inflation and helping you meet long-term savings goals.
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Best One-Year CD Rates
Savings The best 1-year CD rates help you earn returns as high as 4.40%. See our top picks.
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Best Money Market Accounts - August 2025
Savings A money market account allows you to earn a rate outpacing inflation, with quick access to your cash if you need it. See our top choices.
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Stocks Can't Hold Meta, Microsoft Gains: Stock Market Today
The main indexes all opened higher Thursday on impressive Big Tech earnings, but momentum faded into the close.
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Retirement Health Care Costs Are On the Rise: What You Need to Know
A 65-year-old retiree will face significantly higher lifetime health care costs than they would have a year ago, even with Medicare. Here are the surprising totals.
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Why You Should Get Whole Life Insurance After the Fed Meeting
Now is a good time to diversify your retirement portfolio with a whole life insurance policy.
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Virginia Tax-Free Weekend 2025 Is Here August 1–3: What to Know
Sales Tax Three days, no sales tax. Here’s what qualifies for Virginia’s tax-free weekend.
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Virginia Sales Tax Holiday 2025
Sales Tax Three days, no sales tax. Here’s what qualifies for Virginia’s tax-free weekend.
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What Is the August Social Security Payment Schedule?
The date your August Social Security benefit arrives depends on the day of the month you were born.
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Florida Back-to-School Tax-Free Holiday 2025
Sales Taxes Everything you need to know about the two-week tax-free holiday in Florida.
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New York School Tax Relief (STAR) Checks Coming Now: What to Know
Tax Relief Are you receiving a NY STAR credit or exemption for your property taxes?
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July Fed Meeting: Updates and Commentary
The July Fed meeting came and went, with Fed Chair Powell saying little about a September rate cut and President Trump.
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P&G Raises Prices on 25% of US Products as Tariffs Take a Toll
Facing a $1 billion tariff bill in fiscal 2026, Procter & Gamble will implement mid-single digit price hikes starting in August to offset costs.
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Stocks Slide on Fed Day: Stock Market Today
In another sign of changing times, JPMorgan has partnered with Coinbase to enable cryptocurrency purchases with credit cards.
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What Federal Interest Rates Mean for Your Grocery Bill
The relationship between grocery prices and the Federal Reserve has plenty of back-and-forth. Understand how they interplay.
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Tariff Stimulus Checks Coming? New Proposal Seeks Tax Rebates for US Workers
Tax Breaks A new GOP bill proposes to send $600 in tariff rebate checks to eligible taxpayers. Is there a catch?
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Six Winning Moves to Land a Job After 50
To land a great job regardless of your age, follow these best practices to demonstrate your competency and eliminate biases
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Big Changes Are Ahead for Higher Ed
The Kiplinger Letter A major reform of higher ed is underway. Colleges are bracing for abrupt change, financial headwinds and uncertainty.
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How T-Mobile's International Perks Compare to Other Providers
T-Mobile offers travel perks on certain plans. Are the plans worth the price compared to other options?
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UnitedHealth Stock Drags on Dow: Stock Market Today
Corporate earnings have dominated Wall Street's attention this week, but that changes on Wednesday.
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How to Make Your Home Safer as You Age
More people want to stay in their homes as they get older. But aging in place takes planning and renovations.
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Georgia Could Be Latest State to Eliminate Income Taxes
State Tax Eliminating the Georgia state income tax: Last-minute summer trend or permanent policy?
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When Is the Next Jobs Report?
Jobs Signs of softness in the labor market should be supportive of rate cuts.
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Stocks Close Mixed to Start Fed Week: Stock Market Today
News of an EU-U.S. trade deal was met with muted reaction from market participants who are looking ahead to a jam-packed week.
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Where to Put Your Savings Before Rate Cuts Hit
Savers can still access higher savings rates. However, with inflation rising and potential rate cuts looming, you have a tighter window to capitalize.
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What’s Happening With Trump Tariffs? New Deals and Rates to Know
Tariffs Donald Trump continues to use tariffs as a central tool of his trade policy. Here’s where his tariffs stand now.
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Unlock Your Home Equity: Why Ending Capital Gains on Home Sales Would Be a Game Changer for Retirees
Many retirees who would like to sell their homes and downsize can't because of the tax hit. Ending capital gains on home sales would change all that.
