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Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers tax questions for landlords who own residential rental property.

By Joy Taylor

Beyond their iconic pitch rivalry, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo share a surprisingly similar outlook on life. Here are 10 quotes that define their legendary careers.

By Donna Fuscaldo

Don't put off money conversations with your heirs. Financial education needs to start early, with hands-on opportunities to learn and make mistakes.

By Alvina Lo

Check the record of your state's insurance commissioner and then vote in their next election (or on the governor, depending on how your commissioner is chosen).

By Karl Susman, CPCU, LUTCF, CIC, CSFP, CFS, CPIA, AAI-M, PLCS

After a lifetime running a business, spending hours on the golf course, or any other hobby, sounds like a dream retirement. In reality, boredom will soon set in.

By Scott Snider

Some drug prices are falling, other costs are climbing, and new rules abound. Here's what you need to know.

By Liz Seegert

The everyday decisions that may be costing you more than you realize.

By Choncé Maddox

Learn what cruise insurance covers including medical issues, theft, trip delays and whether it protects against piracy or crime at sea.

By Choncé Maddox

Here are our retirement picks in the 12 midwestern states.

By Stacy Rapacon

Lottery Taxes Some states won’t take a tax bite out of your Powerball jackpot or Mega Millions payout.

By Kelley R. Taylor

Longevity risk is the downside of our longer life expectancies. Here are 10 ways to make sure your money lasts.

By Jacob Schroeder

Quiz Can you separate fact from fiction when it comes to IRS rules about how much you can gift tax-free? Take our quiz.

By Kelley R. Taylor

State Taxes The NBA Finals, and other sporting events, are connected to taxes in a significant way.

By Kelley R. Taylor

Generation Jones came of age during rising inflation and an oil crisis, so it's back in the cockpit for these digital pioneers as they navigate retirement.

By Adam Shell

While most DIY investors focus on short-term portfolio performance, CFAs and CFPs specialize in long-term strategies that support your full financial picture.

By Sam Waltman, CFA®, CFP®, CEPA®

College is no longer the safest route to job security. The sooner we change attitudes towards skilled labor and alternative career paths, the better for us all.

By Scott Laband

As you celebrate Pride Month, consider how a commitment to year-round charitable giving can make all the difference to national and local LGBTQ+ groups.

By Mindy Neira, CFP®, ChSNC®

Cases of anxiety, depression and other conditions are rising, and so is the price of treatment. These strategies can help you get care you can afford.

By Cameron Huddleston

Trump Accounts will launch on July 4, 2026. Here, we look at whether you should sign your kid up.

By Charles Lewis Sizemore, CFA

If you want to stay ahead of rising everyday costs, these accounts can help you achieve that.

By Sean Jackson

High-yield savings account options Kiplinger has found that offer rates up to 4.20%, helping you beat inflation and grow your savings faster.

By Sean Jackson

The massive SpaceX IPO is almost here, with Elon Musk's space exploration and satellite company expected to start trading next week.

By Karee Venema

Here is how to keep your Social Security number private in an age of aggressive cybercriminals.

By Donna LeValley

Regretting a move to Florida? You aren’t alone. Many people relocate in retirement to a new place they end up not liking. Here's how a half-back move can save your retirement.

By Donna Fuscaldo

The go-to rule for retirement spending was created over 30 years ago. Things have changed since then. Here's how you can modernize the rule to fit your needs.

By David Rodeck

We consider the case of a retired couple relying on summer rental income from a $1.1 million beach house. Local zoning changes are forcing a hard choice between lifestyle and portfolio stability.

By Maurie Backman

While many retirees keep a job for the social and physical benefits, many are working out of financial necessity. Is working in retirement right for you?

By Alan E. Becker, Investment Adviser