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How to Find the Best Jumbo CD Rates
The market is still favorable for savers. And if you have a lot of cash and want to earn a healthy rate of return risk-free, a jumbo CD is a smart choice.
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What 401(k) Savers Near Retirement Can Do Amid Market Volatility
Whether retirement is years away, a year or two out, or in the rearview mirror, here's how to handle uncertainty in your 401(k).
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Ask the Editor: Four Reader Tax Questions
Ask the Editor In our Ask the Editor series, Joy Taylor, The Kiplinger Tax Letter Editor, answers questions related to IRAs and other retirement accounts.
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Could You Retire at 59½? Five Considerations
While some people think they should wait until they're 65 or older to retire, retiring at 59½ could be one of the best decisions for your quality of life.
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Home Insurance: How to Cut Costs Without Losing Coverage
Natural disasters are causing home insurance premiums to soar, but don't risk dropping your coverage completely when there are ways to keep costs down.
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Markets Roller Coaster: Resist the Urge to Make Big Changes
You could do more harm than good if you react emotionally to volatility. Instead, consider tax-loss harvesting, Roth conversions and how to plan for next time.
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Why Homeowners Insurance Has Gotten So Very Expensive
The home insurance industry is seeing more frequent and bigger claims because of weather, wildfires and other natural disasters.
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No Cash? No Problem
More and more Americans have abandoned paper money and coins, but there are risks to using peer-to-peer digital payments.
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Trump to Tariffs: How Retirees Can Manage Uncertainty in Their Investment Plans
FUD — fear, uncertainty, doubt — is running rampant these days, but that doesn’t mean retirement savers need to react. Here is why it pays to stay the course.
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The Best Industrial Stocks to Buy
Industrial stocks might not be the most exciting positions to own, but they play a vital role in any well-rounded portfolio. Here's how to find the best ones.
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How to Switch Your Car Insurance
cars Figuring out how to reshop your car insurance can be challenging, but also can save you lots of money in the long-term.
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Free IRS Tax Filing for 30 Million People: Will It Continue Under Trump?
Tax Filing Direct File was piloted last year in 12 states and has since expanded to 25. But some wonder whether the program will last under the Trump administration.
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Kiplinger Inflation Outlook: Inflation Slows, but Tariff Effects Still to Come
Economic Forecasts Inflation cooled in March, but that relief looks to be short-lived.
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Nine Tax Deadlines for April 15
Tax Deadlines Do you know about all the various tax deadlines that fall on Tax Day?
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You'll Probably Need Long-Term Care at Some Point. Here's How to Pay for It
Most people will need long-term care, but insurance is pricey. Here’s a guide to covering the expenses.
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22 Best Deals Sites to Find the Best Prices While Online Shopping
Our guide to the best deals sites and tools that help you bag the best deals on the internet.
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Best Tax Prep Software of 2025: FreeTaxUSA, TurboTax and more
See how popular tax prep software like TurboTax, H&R Block and FreeTaxUSA stack up – and how to decide which one is the best for you.
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Best High-Yield Savings Accounts — April 2025
A high-yield savings account can help you earn a rate outpacing inflation while giving you access to your cash when you need it. See our top choices.
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Financial Security vs Financial Freedom: What's the Difference?
Having the ability to pivot without worrying about financial support is where financial security becomes financial freedom.
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Retired and Worried About a Recession? Six Ways to Prepare
Retirees can plan for a near-term recession with a range of strategies, from small investment changes to significant lifestyle hacks.
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Going Through Probate? How to Find the Right Attorney
Just having the skills and experience to do the job isn't enough. The probate attorney you hire needs to have the right temperament for your particular case.
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Widow's Penalty: Three Ways to Protect Your Finances
Higher Medicare premiums, smaller Social Security payments, bigger tax bills … Financial changes can hit hard when a spouse dies. How to counter the blow.
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Four Ways Your Phone Can Help You Weather Market Volatility
Smartphone apps can help investors make healthy decisions and maintain a disciplined investment approach — even when emotions try to steer them off course.
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W-4 Form: Tax Withholding Tips to Optimize Your Taxes This Year
Tax Forms Knowing how the W-4 form works can help with new jobs, tax refunds, and avoiding estimated tax payments.
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Are No Income Tax States Better to Live In?
State Taxes There are many factors and types of taxes to consider no matter where you live or move to.
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Tax Day: Is the Post Office Open Late?
Tax Filing Tax Day means some people need to mail their federal income tax returns.
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8 Family Vacation Ideas for Any Budget
Travel Discover the best family-friendly camping, cruises, tropical adventures and more great family vacation ideas.
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The Best Utility Stocks to Buy
Utility stocks are defensive plays for investors, offering stability and reliable dividends. Here's how you can find the best ones to buy.
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The Best Large-Cap Stocks to Buy
Large-cap stocks are key additions to any well-rounded portfolio. Let's take a look at how to find the best ones for you.
