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The Best Small-Cap ETFs to Buy
ETFs The best small-cap ETFs offer a contrarian way to potentially outperform the market over the long term.
By Tony Dong, MSc
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The 'Scrooge' Strategy: How to Turn Your Old Junk Into a Tax Deduction
Tax Deductions We break down the IRS rules for non-cash charitable contributions. Plus, here's a handy checklist before you donate to charity this year.
By Kate Schubel
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Most-Overlooked Tax Breaks for Retirees and People Over 65
Tax Breaks If you're over 65, don't miss out on these overlooked tax breaks for retirees.
By Kevin McCormally
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What to expect from the global economy in 2026
The Kiplinger Letter Economic growth across the globe will be highly uneven, with some major economies accelerating while others hit the brakes.
By Rodrigo Sermeño
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What You Need to Do With Your 401(k) Before 2025 Is Over
Sponsored by Savant Wealth Management
Before 2025 ends, check your 401(k) contributions, investments, and catch-up eligibility to lock in this year’s tax savings and employer match.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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3 Year-End Tax Moves You Can't Afford to Miss
Don't miss out on this prime time to maximize contributions to your retirement accounts, do Roth conversions and capture investment gains.
By Daniel Razvi, Esquire
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A Tax Diversification Strategy for Your Retirement Income
Spreading savings across three "tax buckets" — pretax, Roth and taxable — can help give retirees the flexibility to control when and how much taxes they pay.
By Kyle Hammerschmidt, Investment Adviser
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The Average Retirement Savings by Age: Are You Keeping Up?
Think you may have more retirement savings than your peers? Here's your answer.
By Donna LeValley
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The Average Social Security Check in Every State
Do you live in this New England state with the heftiest check? Your Social Security benefit can be affected by where you live.
By Donna LeValley
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Best Stocks to Buy for a Fed Rate Cut
The Federal Reserve cut rates again at its December meeting, and lower borrowing costs could boost these large-cap stocks.
By Jeff Reeves
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What is the IRMAA (Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount)?
IRMAA is a surcharge added to your Medicare Part B and Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage premiums if your income is above a certain level. Here's what you need to know.
By Donna LeValley
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Should You Refinance Your Mortgage Now That the Fed Just Cut Rates?
The Fed just cut rates, so mortgage refinance rates will be cheaper. Should you act now, or wait?
By Donna LeValley
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Find Your Monthly Payment With This Mortgage Calculator
Tools With our mortgage calculator, you can easily determine your monthly mortgage payment.
By Carla Ayers
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I'm retired with $2.2 million. Should I give my shifts to a young coworker?
Should she quit her job so a struggling young colleague can take her shifts? We asked certified financial planners for advice.
By Maurie Backman
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How Do You Pay off Credit Card Debt?
Making Your Money Last Pay off credit card debt with these tried-and-true strategies.
By Ellen B. Kennedy
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The Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards for You
credit cards Pack your bags and earn rewards for traveling. We chose the best cards for airline, hotel and other perks to help you save money.
By Sean Jackson
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Earn a $750 Bonus Offer with the Capital One Venture Rewards Card
Get the Capital One Venture Rewards credit card for huge travel perks and a bonus offer worth $750.
By Ellen B. Kennedy
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How to Save on Booking a Cruise
Booking a cruise using credit card rewards and travel agents can help snag the best deals.
By Ellen B. Kennedy
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Could an Annuity Be Your Retirement Safety Net?
More people are considering annuities to achieve tax-deferred growth and guaranteed income, but deciding if they are right for you depends on these key factors.
By Ken Nuss
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Older Taxpayers: Don't Miss This Hefty (Temporary) Tax Break
If you're age 65 or older, you can claim a "bonus" tax deduction of up to $6,000 through 2028 that can be stacked on top of other deductions.
By Brian Gray
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Should You Get a Long-Term or Short-Term CD Before the Fed Meeting in December?
Is a long-term or short-term CD better to open before the Fed meeting this week? Here's what you need to know.
By Erin Bendig
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How Federal Reserve Rate Decisions Impact Mortgage Rates in 2025
Mortgage rates are still fluctuating in 2025 as the Fed begins cutting rates. Learn how interest rate changes affect your monthly payments and what buyers should watch for this year.
By Dori Zinn
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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.
By Dan Burrows
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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.
By Sean Jackson
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Earn up to a $4,000 Capital One Business Card Intro Offer
Earn up to 400K bonus miles: 200K miles when you spend $30K in the first 3 months, and an additional 200k miles when you spend $150k in the first 6 months.
By Ellen B. Kennedy
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What Is the Federal Funds Rate?
The federal funds rate can impact a host of borrowing costs, and thus the entire U.S. economy.
By Jeff Reeves
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Should You Buy These ETFs Before the Fed Cuts Rates?
The Fed is expected to cut the federal funds rate at the December Fed meeting, and investors should consider these ETFs as interest rates head lower.
By Kyle Woodley
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The Vinyl Rule of Retirement: Plan for Two Sides in Your Next Act
Because "Life is what happens when you’re busy making other plans.”
By Jacob Schroeder
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Why Playing It Safe in Retirement Is a Big Risk
Fear of losing money could actually cost you in retirement. Find out why being too conservative with your life savings can hurt you and how to stop that from happening.
By Donna Fuscaldo
