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Kiplinger Housing Outlook: Existing Home Sales Fall Again
Economic Outlooks Home prices keep rising, but the rate of increase continues to slow.
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Credit Cards With No Foreign Transaction Fees
Enjoy traveling abroad? Find a credit card with no foreign transaction fees or your spending could add up to a big chunk of change.
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Delay Social Security Benefits — Even by a Month — to Boost Your Check
social security You don't need to wait an entire year beyond your full retirement age to earn delayed retirement credits.
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Roth 401(k) Contribution Limits for 2025
retirement plans The Roth 401(k) contribution limit for 2025 increased, and workers who are 50 and older can save even more.
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Can I Stop Social Security and Restart it Later? Ditch the Regret
Get a Social Security do-over. Learn how to stop and restart Social Security.
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Kiplinger Energy Outlook: Gas Prices Holding Steady For Now
Economic Forecasts Prices at the pump are above the lows hit earlier this winter, but not by much.
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If You'd Put $1,000 Into Walmart Stock 20 Years Ago, Here's What You'd Have Today
Walmart Walmart stock has been a buy-and-hold bust over the past couple of decades.
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Traditional IRA Basics: 10 Things to Know to Build Wealth
Basics A traditional IRA can be a powerful retirement-savings tool but you need to understand contribution limits, RMDs, rules for beneficiaries under the SECURE Act and more.
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Illinois Tax Guide
State Tax Illinois state tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, fuel, cigarette, and other taxes that impact residents.
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Save More with Tax Credits for Energy-Efficient Home Improvements While You Still Can
Tax Breaks Energy-efficient tax credits for home improvements were extended and expanded under the Inflation Reduction Act. But that could change under the Trump administration.
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Best No-Penalty CD Rates: Lock in Rates Over 4%
No-penalty CDs give you the best of both worlds. You'll earn a healthy rate of return with the ability to take some withdrawals throughout the term.
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Five Scary Things the IRS Can Do If You Owe Back Taxes
Tax Law Traveling in 2025? The IRS can take your passport (and house) if you don’t pay your tax bill.
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Five Reasons Why You Should Review Your Medicare Advantage Plan Before Open Enrollment Ends
Medicare Advantage enrollees have until March 31 to make changes to their selections.
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Social Security Fairness Act Checklist: Nine Things to Know
This Social Security Fairness Act checklist explains what public sector retirees can expect from SSFA, including how much more money they may receive.
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If You'd Put $1,000 Into Nvidia Stock 20 Years Ago, Here's What You'd Have Today
Anyone shocked by Nvidia stock's wild ride should know that volatility has always been the price of admission to this long-time market beater.
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Hidden Costs That Are Draining Your Budget — and How to Stop Them
Here's a closer look at some of the most common financial drains and practical strategies to mitigate them.
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Private Jets Are Within Reach for Wealthy Retirees: Here's How
Realizing an adult fantasy like booking a private jet doesn’t come cheap. But so what?
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Social Security Payment Delayed? Four Reasons Why
Social Security payments are a relied upon source of income in retirement. To keep them flowing make sure you don’t make these four mistakes.
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Costco Direct: How It Works, Exclusive Deals and Bulk Savings
Discover how Costco Direct offers exclusive online deals, bulk-buying discounts, and direct-to-home shipping on furniture, appliances and more.
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Want to Hire a Financial Planning Firm? Five Questions to Ask
The key to finding a financial planner who will do great work for you and your family is knowing what to look for during your search.
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Five Top Insurance Scams to Watch Out For
Scammers are always looking to take advantage of unsuspecting people, and insurance issues are prime targets. Here's how to avoid falling victim.
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The Viral TikTok 'Door Knock Challenge'
The viral TikTok 'Door Knock Challenge' is more than a prank, it poses serious security risks for homeowners. Learn how to protect your home, prevent property damage and stay safe.
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Use the 529 Grandparent Loophole To Maximize College Savings
Use the 529 grandparent loophole to fund a grandchild’s education without impacting their financial aid eligibility.
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8 Things No One Tells You About Retirement
Making Your Money Last As you advance toward retirement, it's a good idea to start sharpening the focus of your retirement vision.
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5 Best Commodity ETFs to Buy Now
ETFs Whether you're worried about inflation or just looking for alternative asset classes, these commodity ETFs offer exposure to popular raw materials.
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Iowa Tax Guide
State Tax Iowa state tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, gas, cigarette, and other taxes that impact residents.
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11 Things Every Home Seller Should Do
real estate As a home seller, your goal is to sell your property quickly for the most money possible.
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4 Simple Rules for Proper Email Etiquette
business Follow these guidelines to prevent e-mail faux pas from leaving your mailbox.
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Best High-Yield Savings Accounts — February 2025
High-yield savings accounts can help you stay ahead of rising inflation. Here are some of the top options.
