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Best Places to Retire in the US
Whether it's warmer weather, quality health care or a low tax burden, these states offer retirees a sweet spot to live in after leaving work.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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NordVPN’s Huge 77% Black Friday Discount Is One of the Top VPN Deals We’ve Seen This Year
Save up to 77% on NordVPN with this Black Friday deal, a practical choice for improving online security and streaming access.
By Carla Ayers
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Shop Target's Best Cyber Monday Deals Before They Expire
Cyber Monday deals have arrived at Target, but some of the latest doorbusters are disappearing tomorrow. Here's a list of the best deals available right now.
By Carla Ayers
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Thrift Savings Plan Contribution Limits for 2026
Thrift Savings Plan contribution limits are $23,500 in 2025, but will increase to $24,500 in 2026. Plus, new super catch-up limits for people ages 60-63.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Stocks Extend Win Streak on Black Friday: Stock Market Today
The main indexes notched wins in Friday's shortened session, with the blue-chip Dow Jones Industrial Average closing higher on the month.
By Karee Venema
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23 Best Buy Cyber Monday Deals That Are All 50% Off or Better
In a sea of mediocre discounts, these Best Buy Cyber Monday deals slash 50% off or more on the latest tech.
By Rachael Green
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The AI Boom Will Lift IT Spending Next Year
The Kiplinger Letter 2026 will be one of strongest years for the IT industry since the PC boom and early days of the Web in the mid-1990s.
By John Miley
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Government Research Cuts Hit Older Adults
The Trump administration has slashed funding for medical research, delaying some treatments and cures for health conditions affecting retirees.
By Elaine Silvestrini
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4 Black Friday Scams to Watch Out For
The deals are heating up, but so are the scams. Here's how to spot some of the most common Black Friday scams this holiday season.
By Rachael Green
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Turkey, Tariffs and Grocery Taxes? The Real Cost of Thanksgiving Dinner 2025
Food Taxes For some who celebrate, Thanksgiving can mean a full table, family and a sense of gratitude. But in this year, it also means a focus on the bottom line.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Dow Adds 314 Points to Thanksgiving Rally: Stock Market Today
Investors, traders and speculators enjoy the best Thanksgiving Week gains for the major stock market indexes in more than a decade.
By David Dittman
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How to Get Walmart Plus and Paramount Plus Free for 30 Days
Deal Sign up for a Walmart Plus free trial and get a free Paramount Plus subscription, free shipping, and gas savings.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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How to Get HBO Max for $2.99 with Hulu This Black Friday
Take advantage of Hulu’s holiday pricing and stream HBO Max hits for only $2.99 a month.
By Carla Ayers
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Hulu’s Black Friday Deal Gets You Starz for Only $2.99
Get premium entertainment for less with Hulu’s limited-time Black Friday STARZ deal.
By Carla Ayers
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Are Banks Open on Black Friday in 2025?
Black Friday is nearly here, which has many wondering if banks are open on the biggest shopping day of the year?
By Karee Venema
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Paramount+ Black Friday Deal Just $2.99 A Month
Choose Paramount+ Premium or the Paramount+ Essential plan for $2.99 for two months, available from November 25 through December 2.
By Sean Jackson
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Dow Gains 664 Points as Rate-Cut Hopes Rise: Stock Market Today
Markets are pricing in higher odds for a December rate cut, fueling a major rally in stocks ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday.
By Karee Venema
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Is the Stock Market Open on Black Friday in 2025?
The stock market will be open on Black Friday this year, but be sure to watch the clock because it closes early.
By Karee Venema
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The Best Christmas Movies on Paramount+
Settle in this holiday season with classic Christmas movies on Paramount+ and save with the service’s limited-time Black Friday deal.
By Rachael Green
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Hulu Black Friday Sale: Get Hulu and Disney+ for $4.99 a Month for a Year
Deal Lock in one of this year’s best streaming deals and score 12 months of Disney+ and Hulu for less.
By Carla Ayers
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Are Banks Open on Thanksgiving in 2025?
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, which has many folks wondering if banks are open on Thursday, November 27.
By Karee Venema
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Is the Stock Market Open on Thanksgiving in 2025?
Investors can sit back and enjoy a full day of turkey and football on Thursday, with the stock market closed on Thanksgiving.
By Karee Venema
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Medicare Open Enrollment Occurs from October to December — Here's What You Need to Know
Medicare open enrollment is underway. Here's what you need to get done.
By Elaine Silvestrini
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T-Mobile Offers Senior Phone Plans: Are The Perks Worth the Price?
T-Mobile has three senior phone plans. See which perks you receive with each.
By Sean Jackson
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Nasdaq Rises 2.7% as Musk Tweets TSLA Higher: Stock Market Today
Markets follow through on Friday's reversal rally with even bigger moves on Monday.
By David Dittman
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Dow Soars 493 Points in Fed-Fueled Bounce: Stock Market Today
New York Fed President John Williams struck a dovish tone Friday, which eased Wall Street's worries over a potential December pause.
By Karee Venema
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What Is the Magic Number You Need to Retire Comfortably?
The dream of retiring comfortably has become a bit less expensive for most Americans, study shows.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Dow Erases 717-Point Gain to End Lower: Stock Market Today
The main indexes started the day with solid gains, but worries of an AI bubble weighed on stocks into the close.
By Karee Venema
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Best Long-Term Investment Stocks to Buy
Some of the best long-term investment stocks include companies that are in good financial standing, pay consistent dividends and buy back their own stock.
By Mark R. Hake, CFA
