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Wyoming Tax Guide
State Tax State tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, gas, cigarette, and other taxes that impact Wyoming residents.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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An End-of-Year Investing Checklist
December is a great time to get your portfolios in order. Investors can follow this checklist to assess what changes they may or may not need to make.
By Charles Lewis Sizemore, CFA Published
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Here's How Collectibles Are Taxed
Collectibles Gains on collectibles like gold can be subject to a higher rate than for most other investments.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Year-End RMDs: Should You Invest, Spend or Donate Them?
Here are 10 ways to use year-end RMDs strategically. The deadline for taking Required Minimum Distributions is December 31. And yes, shopping might be in order.
By Adam Shell Published
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Three 'Yellowstone' Estate Planning Lessons
We can learn a lot from John Dutton's estate planning mistakes. Here are just a few that relate to families in general and family businesses in particular.
By John M. Goralka Published
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Claim It Early or Delay? When to Start Taking Social Security
Timing is everything when it comes to starting Social Security. Here are the top reasons why people choose to delay or take it early, according to one expert.
By Matt Johnson, CPA, NSSA Published
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Why Aren't You Investing? We Crack 5 Common Excuses
There are lots of reasons folks haven't started investing in the stock market. Here, we look at five common obstacles and how they can be conquered.
By Kyle Woodley Published
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How to Invest Your Holiday Cash
Spending money to make money is a concept we can all get behind. Here's how to invest your holiday cash.
By Will Ashworth Published
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One Simple Tip for Planning the Three Stages of Retirement
Dreading the idea of retirement? This planning technique for the 'go-go, slow-go and no-go years' can lessen the worry and help you save efficiently.
By Joel V. Russo, LUTCF Published
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Digital Asset ETFs: A Less Risky Way to Invest in Crypto?
There's a growing appetite for new ETFs that make it easier to invest in cryptocurrency, including bitcoin. But investors should still proceed with caution.
By Shane W. Cummings, CFP®, AIF® Published
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15 Ways to Prepare Your Home for Winter
home There are many ways to prepare your home for winter, which will help keep you safe and warm and save on housing and utility costs.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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What to Know About TSA PreCheck During a Busy Travel Season
Consider signing up for TSA PreCheck to avoid long lines at the airport this summer and during the busiest travel seasons.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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The Warren Buffett Advice You Should Follow
Can you beat the averages? Warren Buffett can. What can mere mortals learn from his success?
By James K. Glassman Last updated
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The Thermostat Setting That Will Save You Money This Winter
The right thermostat setting can keep your home cozy while cutting your energy bill.
By Ben Demers Last updated
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Jim Carrey Ran Out of Money in Retirement. Will You?
Cash-strapped retirees are returning to the workforce. How to prevent becoming one of them.
By Donna Fuscaldo Published
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How Do I Gift Stocks?
Making presents of investments can benefit those who receive as well as those who give. Here's how to gift stocks this holiday season.
By Coryanne Hicks Last updated
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Arizona Retirement: Nine Things You Must Know
retirement The Grand Canyon State offers so much more than that gorgeous hole in the ground. Check out whether you'd like to spend your golden years in this southwestern state.
By Bob Niedt Last updated
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How to Spend Retirement Savings Confidently
Three tips to help retirees spend retirement savings without fear.
By Jacob Schroeder Last updated
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Why I Love Roth IRAs and Roth Conversions
Roth IRAs Roth IRAs truly are a gift from the government, and now is a great time to take Uncle Sam up on them. Here’s why.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC® Last updated
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Retirement Abroad? Three Countries Without Inheritance Tax
Retirement Taxes These 2025 top-retiree-friendly countries have an added benefit: potential tax savings for you and your heirs.
By Kate Schubel Last updated
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How Lower Interest Rates Will Help the Housing Market
Lower interest rates will give the industry life again as they will likely create more demand and more incentives for developers and thaw a static market.
By Zain Jaffer Published
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Six Year-End Strategies That Will Better Prepare You for Your 2024 Taxes
A little effort now can save you tons of stress in the coming months.
By Kiplinger Advisor Collective Published
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Crypto in Your Retirement Account? It's Not a Crazy Question
Time was, including crypto in your retirement account seemed far too risky. Some financial experts now recommend it for diversification. But buyer beware.
By Tom Taulli Published
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Do You Feel Like Somebody’s Watching You? It's Your Car
What's worse, you gave your vehicle manufacturer permission to watch you — no matter what you're doing. What are the car companies doing with that information?
By Karl Susman, CPCU, LUTCF, CIC, CSFP, CFS, CPIA, AAI-M, PLCS Published
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What Is a Stock Buyback?
A stock buyback is one way for a public company to return capital to shareholders. What is a stock buyback, and what is its impact on a company?
By Mark R. Hake, CFA Last updated
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Net Worth Calculator
Tools If you sold all your assets and paid all your debts, what would be left over? That’s your net worth. Calculate it here.
By Carla Ayers Last updated
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Best High-Yield Savings Accounts
These are the top earning high-yield savings accounts available today.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Kiplinger Energy Outlook: Gas Prices Dip Ahead of Thanksgiving Road Trips
Economic Forecasts While not dirt-cheap, gas costs less now than it has in a few years, just in time for the busy travel weekend.
By Jim Patterson Last updated
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CD vs. High-Yield Savings Account: Which is better?
Deciding between a CD vs. high-yield savings account? Here's how to choose based on your savings goals.
By Erin Bendig Last updated