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7 Best Stocks to Gift Your GrandchildrenThe best stocks to give your grandchildren have certain qualities in common. Here, we let you know what those are.
By Dan Burrows
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$40,000 CD vs $40,000 High-Yield Savings AccountIf you're looking for a safe place to store $40k, here are two smart solutions to help you reach your goals and outpace inflation.
By Sean Jackson
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S&P 500 Hits a New High as Sandisk, Micron Soar: Stock Market TodayInflation, earnings and chip stocks were top of mind for investors on Thursday.
By Karee Venema
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S&P 500 Rises on Mild Inflation Data, Red-Hot AI Rally: Stock Market TodayA tame July CPI report lowered odds that the Fed will hike rates in September, while strong AI earnings boosted the broad market.
By Karee Venema
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July CPI Report Lowers September Rate-Hike Odds: What to KnowThe July CPI report showed energy prices fell last month, but they remain much higher year over year. Here's what else the data had to say about inflation.
By Karee Venema
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Georgia Is Cracking Down on HOAs. Could Your State Be Next?A new Georgia law gives the state greater oversight of homeowners associations and limits what unregistered HOAs can do. Here’s what homeowners should know.
By Choncé Maddox
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Stocks Still Await Signs of Price Stability: Stock Market TodayCurrent questions about consumer prices will be answered tomorrow, and then we'll talk about producer prices.
By David Dittman
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Your Discover Card Is Moving to Capital One: 5 Things to KnowDiscover card accounts are moving to Capital One. Find out what happens to your card number, cash back rewards, autopay and credit history.
By Choncé Maddox
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The 'Mega IRA' Cap Is Back: What High Earners Should Watch in 2026Retirement Tax New rules could force high-income savers to withdraw "excess" retirement funds. Here is why the bill matters — even if it doesn't pass immediately.
By Kate Schubel
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Markets Pull Back for Incoming Inflation Data: Stock Market TodayUnease about negotiations to reopen the Strait of Hormuz boosted oil and yields but pressured stocks at the start of a big week for inflation data.
By David Dittman
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What Would a Government Shutdown Do to the IRS?IRS With a government shutdown looming, some wonder how IRS operations will be affected.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Want the Maximum Social Security Check? Here's What You Need to Do NowThe top Social Security payment is $5,181 if you delay until age 70. Want to lock in the biggest possible check — or at least grab the largest share you can? Start taking these steps today.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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New Bill Proposes $10,000 Home Upgrade Tax Credit for SeniorsTax News Some lawmakers want to offer homeowners over age 60 a new tax break.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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What Is the Magic Number You Need to Retire Comfortably?The dream of retiring comfortably remains a tough goal to hit. Do you have enough socked away?
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Stocks Hit New Highs as Jobs Data Mutes Rate Hike Talk: Stock Market TodayThe Dow Jones Industrial Average and the S&P 500 posted new all-time highs after odds of a rate hike fell with a soft July jobs report.
By David Dittman
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These 10 States Have the Most Expensive Home InsuranceIf you live in one of these 10 states, you're probably paying $1,400 or more above the national average for home insurance.
By Rachael Green
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Weak July Jobs Report Cools Rate-Hike OddsThe July jobs report was released Friday morning. Here's what the data show.
By Karee Venema
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Stocks Slip on Soft Guidance, High Expectations: Stock Market TodayExpectations for earnings and hopes for peace continue to be the stock market's major big-picture forces.
By David Dittman
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Best Money Market Accounts — September 2026Savings Money market accounts offer the flexibility of checking accounts while helping you earn up to 4% APY.
By Sean Jackson
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The Only Savings Account You Want After the Fed MeetingThe Fed didn't cut rates at its meeting, giving savers more time to secure rates as high as 4.20% APY.
By Sean Jackson
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Make These Savings Moves Now or Regret It in the FallThese are the smart money moves to make now with persistently high inflation.
By Sean Jackson
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How to Land a Job After 50: 7 Smart Moves That Actually WorkTo land a great job, follow these best practices to demonstrate your competency and eliminate biases — regardless of your age.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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8 Ways to DIY Fireproof Your Home This WeekendThere are more fire hazards around your home than you think. Here's eight easy ways to protect yourself.
By Rachael Green
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Property Tax Changes Homeowners 65 and Older Should Watch in 2026Property Tax Upcoming ballot measures in several states could provide additional property tax relief for older adult homeowners.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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What Is Revenge Saving? Why More Americans Are Saving AggressivelyAmericans are saving with new urgency. Here's how to channel that momentum into lasting change.
By Choncé Maddox
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Dow Makes More New Highs Despite AI Drag: Stock Market TodayStocks were mostly higher again as Iran and Oman negotiated a shipping agreement for the Strait of Hormuz, but AI capex is still a big issue for investors.
By David Dittman
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S&P 500 Joins Dow in Record-High Territory: Stock Market TodayStocks continued to climb Tuesday on strong earnings reports and optimism over a potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
By Karee Venema
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Iran Conflict Boosts Inflation ThreatThe Kiplinger Letter The Federal Reserve faces a dilemma on how quickly to raise interest rates as prices of key commodities stay high.
By Jim Patterson
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Stocks Soar on Trump's Latest Turnaround: Stock Market TodayThe stock market started the week on a high note after President Trump canceled plans to strike Iran and said the two sides are negotiating again.
By Karee Venema
