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When Is Amazon Prime Day 2020?
When Is Amazon Prime Day 2020?
Circumstances beyond its control have forced Amazon to move its annual Christmas-in-July Amazon Prime Day blowout sale in 2020 to ... later. Prime Da…
September 28, 2020
High-Tech Aids for Aging in Place
High-Tech Aids for Aging in Place
Apple Watch and other technology provides fast feedback, comfort for older users, and a powerful assist for caregivers.
September 23, 2020
A Step-by-Step Guide to Being an Estate Executor
A Step-by-Step Guide to Being an Estate Executor
Whether you’re planning ahead for your own heirs or have been asked to serve as an executor of an estate for someone else, it pays to understand what …
September 17, 2020
How to Finance Home Schooling Your Children
How to Finance Home Schooling Your Children
Kiplinger.com web editor Andrea Browne Taylor joins the Your Money's Worth podcast for a discussion on the financial pros and cons of homeschooling yo…
September 15, 2020
Should You Move Forward with Your Divorce or Wait?
Should You Move Forward with Your Divorce or Wait?
Despite the tensions brought on by the pandemic, a number of couples are waiting right now, with good reason.
September 10, 2020
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A Guide to Streaming Services
A Guide to Streaming Services
Competition is growing. That’s giving you more choices—and a chance to save money.
August 27, 2020
Beware Crooked Contact Tracers
Beware Crooked Contact Tracers
If someone claiming to be a contact tracer asks you for money or requests your Social Security number, that’s a red flag.
August 26, 2020
19 Products You'll Waste Money Buying at Warehouse Clubs
19 Products You'll Waste Money Buying at Warehouse Clubs
When time is short and your shopping list is long, it can be tempting to make a single stop at the warehouse club.
August 18, 2020
The Finances of Joint Custody Agreements: 10 Things You Must Know
The Finances of Joint Custody Agreements: 10 Things You Must Know
Ending a marriage can be difficult, but don't let that deter you from working with your ex to help ensure your children are taken care of financially…
August 18, 2020
Gifts to Minors: LLCs Can Protect Them from Creditors and Predators
Gifts to Minors: LLCs Can Protect Them from Creditors and Predators
You’ve decided to fund a Uniform Gifts to Minor Account, but have you thought about how to make sure that legacy will be secure?
August 11, 2020
7 Ways to Save Money When Shopping Online
7 Ways to Save Money When Shopping Online
Shopping online has long been a popular option. In these times, it’s increasingly a must. Here’s how to save money when filling your cart with the cli…
August 7, 2020
6 Money-Smart Ways to Spend Your Stimulus Check
6 Money-Smart Ways to Spend Your Stimulus Check
If you don't have to use your stimulus check for basic necessities, consider putting the money to work for you. You'll thank yourself later.
July 30, 2020
Emergency Funds: How to Get Started
Emergency Funds: How to Get Started
There’s no one-size-fits-all formula for how much you’ll need.
July 30, 2020
The Finances of Homeschooling Your Kids: What It Costs, Tax Breaks, More
The Finances of Homeschooling Your Kids: What It Costs, Tax Breaks, More
If you're contemplating homeschooling for the 2020-2021 school year and beyond, consider these 10 things -- from surprising homeschooling costs to pot…
July 30, 2020
Would You Pack Your Lunch for $1.2 Million?
Would You Pack Your Lunch for $1.2 Million?
Buying lunch every workday might cost you a lot more than you think in retirement savings over the course of your career.
July 22, 2020
10 Ways to Save On Your Cell Phone Plan
10 Ways to Save On Your Cell Phone Plan
We’ve rounded up 10 techniques to cut expenses on both your cell phone plan and your device.
July 20, 2020
10 Good Reasons to Cancel Amazon Prime
10 Good Reasons to Cancel Amazon Prime
You probably aren't using most of the perks tucked into that $119 annual fee -- which you don't need to pay to get the free Amazon shipping you crave.
July 19, 2020
8 Money-Smart Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund
8 Money-Smart Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund
Since this year's tax deadline was pushed back to July 15, many people just recently filed their tax return. That means there are a lot of tax refunds…
July 17, 2020
Wealthy Families Need More Than a Financial Succession Plan: They Need a Process
Wealthy Families Need More Than a Financial Succession Plan: They Need a Process
A true succession plan is about much more than an estate plan. It’s about fostering open communications and getting your family on the same page about…
July 15, 2020
For Financially Responsible Kids, Do NOT Do These 3 Things
For Financially Responsible Kids, Do NOT Do These 3 Things
The key to putting your kids on the right financial path can be boiled down into one sentence.
July 1, 2020
10 Tax Breaks for the Middle Class
10 Tax Breaks for the Middle Class
Tax breaks aren't just for the rich. There are plenty of them that are only available to middle- and low-income Americans.
June 30, 2020
Resources for alternative forms of transportation needed by many older adults
Resources for alternative forms of transportation needed by many older adults
For many older adults, having an alternative mode of transportation may be the difference between independence and social isolation.
June 29, 2020
Household Budget Worksheet
Household Budget Worksheet
A good budget helps you reach your spending and savings goals. Work out a proposed household budget by inputting your sources of income and projected …
June 18, 2020
The Answers to More RMD Questions
The Answers to More RMD Questions
The CARES Act made 2020 required minimum distributions optional. But what are your next moves?
June 12, 2020
Travel Planning in the Time of Coronavirus
Travel Planning in the Time of Coronavirus
Insurance may not cover canceled vacations, but airlines and hotels may be flexible.
June 11, 2020