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Best Long-Term Investment Stocks to BuyThe best long-term investment stocks are built on strong brands, balance sheets and cash flow, and they pay reliable dividends that grow over time.
By Jeff Reeves
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Your Gen Z Grandkid Wants a Costco MembershipCostco memberships are cool now. Here's why it's the best gift for your college-bound grandkid.
By Rachael Green
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Nasdaq Soars 679 Points as Microsoft Pops: Stock Market TodaySurging long-term Treasury yields didn't hold stocks back on Thursday, as Wall Street cheered one Big Tech's blowout earnings report.
By Karee Venema
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18 Things Medicare Gives You for FreeMedicare might not provide everything "for free," but some items and services are covered with no out-of-pocket costs for beneficiaries under specific conditions.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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I Wouldn't Lock My Money Into a 5-Year CD Right Now — Here's WhyHere's how to maximize yields on your savings after the July Fed meeting.
By Rachael Green
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Why Now is a Good Time to Get Whole Life InsuranceNow is a good time to diversify your retirement portfolio with a whole life insurance policy.
By Rachael Green
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Dow Drops 1,153 Points as Oil Pops on Fed Day: Stock Market TodayFed Chair Kevin Warsh reassured markets about a resilient economy, but geopolitical uncertainty remains the major factor for most interested parties right now.
By David Dittman
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Google Is Making Android Backups Count Against Your Free StorageAndroid backups will soon count toward your Google storage limit. Here's what the change means and how to avoid paying for extra space if you don't need it.
By Paige Cerulli
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The Best Semiconductor Stocks to BuyWhen you think about the best semiconductor stocks, you probably start with Nvidia. Let's look at the leader of the AI revolution and its chipmaking peers.
By Tom Taulli
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Dow Soars 537 Points on Strong Blue-Chip Earnings: Stock Market TodayBlue chips outperformed Tuesday on solid results from Coca-Cola and Boeing, while slumping chip stocks held the Nasdaq back.
By Karee Venema
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What Amex's Fine Hotels + Resorts (FHR) Program Gets You at Hotels In Sydney, Vegas and LisbonMake the most of the American Express FHR program with early check-ins, late check-outs, room upgrades and more.
By Sean Jackson
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Here's Why Mortgage Rates Are RisingWhere 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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Texas Sales Tax-Free Weekend Returned For 2026Tax Holiday Back-to-school shopping in Texas kicked off with the annual sales tax holiday. Here's what was included.
By Kate Schubel
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Connecticut Tax-Free Week 2026: What to Know Before You ShopSales Tax Connecticut’s week-long sales tax holiday is on the way. Here’s what you can buy tax-free.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Maryland Tax-Free Week 2026: What to Know Before You ShopTax Holiday The Maryland tax-free week can help you save money on back-to-school shopping.
By Katelyn Washington
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Markets Weigh Peace Hope Against AI Fear: Stock Market TodayWill there ever be peace in the Middle East? Will the Magnificent 7 ever make money from AI? Investors, traders and speculators want to know right now.
By David Dittman
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Popular Capital Gains Tax ETF Strategy Catches Treasury's AttentionCapital Gains As Section 351 exchanges gain popularity, the Treasury Department is considering whether certain transactions could lead to abusive tax outcomes.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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AI Giants Face New Price CompetitionThe Kiplinger Letter As business spending on artificial intelligence soars, cheaper options are hitting the market. The much-welcomed trend has a catch, though.
By John Miley
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Ohio Tax-Free Weekend 2026 Is Coming SoonTax Holiday The annual Ohio tax-free weekend can help you save on back-to-school shopping. Here’s how to save the most money.
By Katelyn Washington
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Massachusetts Tax-Free Weekend 2026: What to Know Before You ShopTax Holiday Here's everything you need to know about the annual Massachusetts tax-free weekend.
By Katelyn Washington
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Virginia Tax-Free Weekend 2026 Is August 7–9: What to Know NowSales Tax Three days, no sales tax. Here’s what qualifies for Virginia’s tax-free weekend.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Tennessee Tax-Free Weekend 2026 Returned For More SavingsTax Holiday The Tennessee back-to-school sales tax holiday helped you save on computers, tablets, clothing, and more.
By Kate Schubel
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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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$14 Million Costco Settlement: Are You Getting a Check?Costco's $14 million settlement could mean a payout for eligible Washington customers. Here's who qualifies, how to file a claim and the deadline.
By Rachael Green
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Stocks Struggle as Iran, Inflation Worries Persist: Stock Market TodayVolatility continued Friday as a new round of tariffs amplified inflation fears and Intel's earnings couldn't overcome a risk-off stance toward chip stocks.
By Karee Venema
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Dow Dives 506 Points as Alphabet Stock Sinks: Stock Market TodayRising bond yields and worries over increased spending from mega caps Alphabet and Tesla put pressure on the broader stock market on Thursday.
By Karee Venema
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3 Frugal Habits to Ditch When You're RichThese habits got you where you are today. Now, it's time to leave them behind.
By Rachael Green
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Stocks Slip as Alphabet Gets Ready to Report: Stock Market TodayThe stock market still seems to be pretty resilient in the short term, but the bond market is starting to show some signs of long-term stress.
By David Dittman
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New Study Reveals How Much Tax You'll Pay Over Your LifetimeTax Bills It's no secret that many people feel squeezed by taxes. A new analysis shows just how much various levies add up and which state has the highest tax burden over time.
By Kelley R. Taylor
