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Six Reasons to Disinherit Someone and How to Do It
Whether you're navigating a second marriage, handling an estranged relative or leaving assets to charity, there are reasons to disinherit someone. Here's how.
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Father’s Day 2025: Why These Popular Gifts Will Cost More This Year
Tariffs Popular Father’s Day gift ideas like grills, clothing, and fishing gear are facing price hikes this year. Here's what to know before you shop.
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Ask the Editor, June 13: Questions on Home Sales and Taxes
In our latest Ask the Editor round-up, Joy Taylor, The Kiplinger Tax Letter Editor, answers questions on home sales and calculating tax basis in a home.
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Best High-Yield Savings Accounts — June 2025
Our top choices earn rates as high as 4.35%, helping you outpace inflation effortlessly.
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When Are Estimated Tax Payments Due in 2025?
Tax Deadlines You make quarterly estimated tax payments to the IRS if you are self-employed or don’t have taxes withheld from your income for other reasons.
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Is It Worth Getting a Business Bank Account for Your Small Business?
If you’re using your personal bank account for your business, it’s time to switch. Here are the legal and logistical reasons why you need a separate business bank account.
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7 Financial Tools You Need to Manage Your Small Business
From a business bank account to tax software, these are the essential tools you need to manage your business finances.
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RV Living or Vacation Home? What's Best for Your Retirement?
You may fantasize about RV living or owning a cabin in the mountains or by the beach. Both options can be affordable and fun, but kick the tires first!
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Four Ways to Help Prevent a Market Downturn From Scrambling Your Nest Egg
You may not be able to avoid a market decline when you're newly retired and starting to rely on your nest egg for income, but you can plan for that risk.
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Is Your Home Disaster-Ready? An Insurance Expert's Guide to Preparing for Storms and Fires
Homeowners can take these steps to protect their properties from hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires and hail, while also potentially reducing their insurance costs.
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How to Find Affordable Pet Insurance
Pets Pet insurance can save you thousands on vet bills, but how do you save on pet insurance itself? Use these tips to get affordable pet insurance.
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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.
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Kiplinger Housing Outlook: Home Price Growth Falls
Economic Outlooks Existing home sales remain weak due to high financing costs.
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5 Low-Cost Ways to Protect Against Identity Theft
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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.
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Hilton Honors Card Bonus Offer Worth up to $780
Earn up to 130,000 Hilton Honors bonus points with the American Express Surpass Card.
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I Don't Need Social Security. Should I Skip Benefits and Save Them for People Who Do?
What happens when you forgo Social Security benefits?
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Why It's Worth Getting a High-Yield Savings Account Before the Fed Meeting
The next Fed meeting is on June 17 and 18. With a rate cut unlikely this time around, it gives savers more time to maximize returns.
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Coverdell ESAs vs. 529 Plans: Which Should You Choose?
Savings Accounts These savings accounts can offer tax benefits for school and retirement expenses. Here’s how.
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Beyond 401(k)s: How Millennials Are Ditching Gen X Retirement Strategies. Will It Pay Off?
Sorry, Gen X, when it comes to saving for retirement, the younger generation views it differently.
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A Financial Adviser's Defense of Annuities: They're Just Misunderstood
Annuities can offer retirement income stability and security against market volatility, though some do have drawbacks. The key is to understand their features before buying.
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Diversification: An Investment Adviser's Guide to Why You Need It and How to Achieve It
How confident are you that your money will go the distance? Building a balanced portfolio can shore up your investments' long-term stability.
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How My Dad Taught Me the Compounding Returns of Fatherhood
As Father's Day approaches, I remember how my father's small acts of love and generosity added up over time and influenced my relationships with my own children, proving that the best investments can grow across generations.
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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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Kiplinger Inflation Outlook: Tariffs Not Yet Affecting Inflation
Economic Forecasts Inflation should rise in the coming months as tariff effects materialize, but less than first expected now that a U.S.-China trade pact is likely.
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The Wash Sale Rule: Six Things to Know to Avoid Tax Pitfalls
Investing The wash sale rule is important when you are selling and rebuying stocks to offset losses.
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Is Your Will 'Fair'? Estate Planning Is About More Than Money
Your will and estate plan should leave your heirs feeling loved. An expert weighs in on how to avoid family feuds after you're gone.
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How to Find the Best Jumbo CD Rates
Jumbo CDs come with excellent rates. You'll invest a lot for a short time and earn more in the process.
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When Will I Receive My 2025 Social Security Checks?
Find out when you can expect your 2025 Social Security payments and the date you get paid when your scheduled day falls on a holiday.
