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Kiplinger's Best Internet Banks 2024
online banking Internet banks forgo branches in favor of operating fully online. They tend to offer higher yields and lower fees than brick-and-mortar banks, thanks to lower overhead costs.
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Kiplinger's Best National Banks
Banking National banks offer a wide variety of accounts and services, including wealth and investment management. Here's Kiplinger's pick of the best.
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Home Upgrades that Pay Off
Smart Buying Some affordable renovations recoup most of their cost when you sell.
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11 Ways to Grow Your Wealth
Whether you’re taking the first steps to increase your wealth or protecting the assets you’ve accumulated, our advice to grow your wealth will help you flourish.
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Kiplinger's Best Banks for Travelers
Banking The best banks for travelers cut the cost of trips at home and abroad and come with handy perks for those on the go. Read on for our top two choices.
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Should You Use Your Financial Services Firm's Advisers?
If you've saved up a decent-size nest egg with a financial services firm, chances are good it has offered you financial advice — for a price. Is it worth it?
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Why You Need to Open a CD Right Now
Looking to open a CD in 2024? Now's a great time to lock-in CD rates and earn interest on your cash.
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How Pet Insurance Provides Financial Protection When You Need It
Making Your Money Last If you’ve added a dog or cat to your family, consider pet insurance to manage routine and unexpected veterinary bills.
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Remodeling Projects That Pay Off and Look Great
These remodeling projects will give your home a fresh look — and they provide a decent return on investment, too.
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9 Best Books for the Newly Retired: Page-Turners to Inspire and Enjoy
The best books for newly retired people to read for inspiration and entertainment.
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Should Rent Be Part of Your Retirement Plans?
Retirement Taxes Retiree renters may qualify for potential tax savings. Are you considering a move?
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My Top 10 Stock Picks for 2025
Each year, we ask an expert to pick 10 stocks that have the potential to beat the market over the next 12 months. Here are his choices for 2025.
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Three Often-Overlooked Ways to Cut Your Tax Bill Now
Tax Planning Act before 2024 ends to set yourself up for potential savings when it's time to file your tax return.
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The December RMD Deadline is Coming: What to Know and What to Do
Tax Deadlines The year-end deadline for required minimum distributions is critical for many retirees.
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States That Won’t Tax Your Powerball Winnings
Lottery Taxes Some states won’t take a tax bite out of your Powerball jackpot or Mega Millions payout.
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Five Tips to Help Avoid a Denial on Your Insurance Claim
After a loss, take some deep breaths and follow the rules to ensure your insurance company is able to do its job on your claim.
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Key 2025 IRS Updates: What You Need to Know
From IRA contributions to Social Security COLAs and the standard deduction, several changes are headed our way. Get ready to make the most of them.
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Is a Lost Decade Ahead for Stocks?
In the decade ahead for stocks, some Wall Street strategists foresee stagnant returns, but not all agree.
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Five Changes Coming to IRAs and 401(k)s in 2025
The 2025 rule changes for Roth and traditional IRAs could mean more money for your retirement. But you have to pay attention to reap the rewards.
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How to Master Index Investing
Index investing allows market participants the ability to build their ideal portfolios using baskets of stocks and bonds. Here's how it works.
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Get Free Credit Reports Weekly
Check your credit report weekly for free as the three major credit bureaus make a pandemic-era initiative permanent.
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What Is a Safe Harbor 401(k)?
Part of the Small Business Job Protection Act, this type of 401(k) makes it easier for small businesses to offer retirement plans to their employees.
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What to Do If Your Credit Card Is Closed
Making Your Money Last If your credit card is closed, here's why that might have happened and what to do next.
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Got Cash for the Holidays? Here's How to Invest It
You may have gotten some cash this holiday season, whether from gifts or year-end bonuses. Here's how to invest your holiday cash.
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Money Market Account Basics
savings An explanation of money market account basics.
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Top Tax Stories of 2024 and 2025 Tax Changes to Watch
Tax News The Kiplinger tax team is looking back at popular tax stories and looking ahead to key potential tax changes in the new year.
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Mega Millions After Taxes: How Much Will the Winner Get?
Lottery Taxes A Mega Millions jackpot winner will take home much less than the advertised jackpot amount, thanks to taxes.
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How to Think About Money and Aging Now
As you think about your financial future in this new age of longevity, a strong plan means more than just asking if you have enough.
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While Winding Down From the Holidays, Many Wind Up for Divorce
January is known as Divorce Month for a reason. Here's how women in particular can protect their financial future, especially when going through a gray divorce.
