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Netflix has raised prices across all plans, adding to rising streaming costs. Here’s what each tier costs now.

By Carla Ayers

Gas prices are at least $1 more than when retirees and snowbirds headed for warmer weather. Here are some easy ways to save some of that cash.

By Donna Fuscaldo

Geopolitical tension, inflation pressure and shifting demand are pushing rates higher. Here's how the housing market is reacting and what it means if you're planning to buy, sell or refinance.

By Choncé Maddox

Go ahead. Take a loan from your 401(k) plan, but be aware that it runs the risk of jeopardizing your long-term retirement goals, so consider your options carefully.

By Kathryn Pomroy

Mega-cap stocks Meta and Alphabet weighed on the main indexes on Thursday, and surging oil prices didn't help.

By Karee Venema

The best long-term investment stocks are characterized by solid financial standing, consistent dividend growth and steady buybacks of their own shares.

By Mark R. Hake, CFA

Estate Taxes State lawmakers are rolling back record-high death taxes, but a new millionaire tax on top earners is waiting in the wings.

By Kate Schubel

The main equity indexes were up more than 1% in early trading, but finished with more modest gains on reports Iran rejected a U.S. peace plan.

By Karee Venema

Tax Refunds Some taxpayers may still be able to claim pandemic-era penalties and interest. But eligibility is limited and timing matters.

By Kelley R. Taylor

Your bills come monthly. Why not your dividend checks? These are some of the best monthly dividend stocks for income planning.

By Charles Lewis Sizemore, CFA

Wall Street's top-rated blue-chip dividend stocks are well positioned to generate income and deliver outperformance.

By Dan Burrows

The energy shock is starting to show up in survey data, with a resolution of Middle East oil and gas infrastructure disruptions still well over the horizon.

By David Dittman

Income Taxes New legislation aims to exempt up to $92,000 in earnings from federal income tax. Here's who would win.

By Kate Schubel

Price action up and down and all over the world is being driven by the president of the United States in unprecedented ways these days.

By David Dittman

Tax Relief A temporary suspension of the state gas tax comes alongside a one-time income tax rebate to help residents manage costs.

By Kelley R. Taylor

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq also extended their weekly losing streaks, while the small-cap Russell 2000 officially entered correction territory.

By Karee Venema

The best Warren Buffett dividend stocks are expected to produce impressive returns for the Berkshire Hathaway equity portfolio. Here are five with healthy yields.

By Dan Burrows

Not even "exceptional" earnings and "stellar" guidance could save one of the hottest chip stocks from the shocks of 2026.

By David Dittman

Property Tax The 2026 New Jersey budget proposal puts the promised $6,500 property tax credit at risk for thousands of homeowners.

By Kate Schubel

Tax Refunds Tax refunds are about 10% larger so far this year, but many filers will have to wait longer for their money due to the IRS phasing out paper checks.

By Kelley R. Taylor

Splurging on yourself is fine as long as it fits your budget, boosts your happiness, and never puts your financial security at risk.

By Kathryn Pomroy

The most common Social Security mistakes, like claiming too early, ignoring spousal or survivor benefits, or misunderstanding key rules, can cost you $100,000 or more in lifetime benefits.

By Kathryn Pomroy

The March Fed meeting marked the second central bank gathering of 2026, with Fed Chair Powell & Co. voting to keep interest rates unchanged.

By Karee Venema

Nobody knows what's going to happen in the Middle East, including the White House and the Federal Reserve.

By David Dittman

A limited-time streaming deal could help sports fans cut costs ahead of March Madness, MLB Opening Day and more.

By Carla Ayers

Tax Policy Could Philadelphia’s proposed tax on rides and deliveries set an example for cities nationwide?

By Kelley R. Taylor

The Kiplinger Letter Expect higher prices for smartphones and PCs as sellers grapple with a severe global memory shortage.

By John Miley