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Trump Tax Bill 2025: What Changed and How It Affects Your Taxes
Tax Law From standard deduction amounts to tax brackets and Medicaid cuts, here’s what individual filers need to know about tax changes in Trump's "big beautiful bill."
By Kelley R. Taylor
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3 Major Changes to the 2026 Charitable Deduction
Tax Breaks About 144 million Americans might qualify for the 2026 universal charity deduction, while high earners face new IRS limits. Here's what to know.
By Kate Schubel
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Retirement Taxes: How All 50 States Tax Retirees
Retirement Taxes Find out how income taxes in retirement stack up in all 50 states plus the District of Columbia.
By Kate Schubel
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The Extra Standard Deduction for People Age 65 and Older
Tax Deductions The extra standard deduction can help older adults reduce their taxable income.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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5 Side Gigs That Let You Travel the World in Retirement
Earn as you explore: High-flexibility side gigs that enable retirees to blend work and travel in 2026.
By Brian O'Connell
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My First $1 Million: Retired Senior Policy Analyst, 64
Ever wonder how someone who's made a million dollars or more did it? Kiplinger's My First $1 Million series uncovers the answers.
By Joyce Lamb
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How You Can Use Donor-Advised Funds to Lower Your Tax Bill
Charitable bunching with a donor-advised fund (DAF) can maximize both the tax benefits and the long-term sustainability of your philanthropic ventures.
By Charles Lewis Sizemore, CFA
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Money Monsters Under the Bed? What You're Really Afraid Of
When financial anxiety keeps you awake, money isn't usually the root cause of the problem. Identifying the real demons will help you sleep — and live — better.
By Jeffrey Smith, Registered Investment Adviser
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3 Steps to Help You Find Your Financial North Star
If you're overwhelmed by financial planning, a long list of to-dos won't help. Find clarity by focusing on steps built around what's most important to you.
By Stephen B. Dunbar III, JD, CLU
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How to Slash Your Taxes on Large Stock or Property Sales
Selling a major asset can result in huge capital gains taxes, but combining direct indexing with tax-loss harvesting can significantly reduce your tax bill.
By Danielle Meister, IAR, CFF®, CDFA®
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Why 2026 Is the Year to Reconsider Global Diversification
It's been a while since investors had to stray beyond U.S. stocks to reap rewards. But current risks and opportunities suggest it's time to look abroad again.
By Feroz Ansari, CFP®
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Over 65? Here's What the New $6K Senior Tax Deduction Means for Medicare IRMAA
Tax Breaks A new tax deduction for people over age 65 has some thinking about Medicare premiums and MAGI strategy.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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15 Money-Saving Travel Tips for Retirees
travel Globetrotting in your golden years doesn't have to cost a fortune. Here are 15 ways to cut down on your travel expenses.
By Jackie Stewart
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Dating Again? Nine Rules for Older Singles
Don't be afraid of dating when you're older. But do be careful. We have some dos and don'ts for senior daters.
By Katherine Reynolds Lewis
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Kiplinger GDP Outlook: No Recession, But Low Economic Growth
Kiplinger Forecasts In the latest Kiplinger GDP forecast, we expect modest-to-moderate growth in the second half of 2025 and through 2026.
By David Payne
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The Minimum Savings You Need To Retire in All 50 States
Worried you haven't saved enough for retirement? Here are the average annual expenses and minimum savings amounts needed to get by in all 50 states.
By Donna LeValley
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3 Popular Tax Breaks Are Gone for Good in 2026
Tax Breaks Here's a list of federal tax deductions and credits that you can't claim in the 2026 tax year. High-income earners could also get hit by a "surprise" tax bill.
By Kate Schubel
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Before You Go to Costco, Try This Grocery Strategy First
A simple shift in how you plan meals could help you spend and waste less.
By Choncé Maddox
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10 Things to Know About Decluttering
You’ve spent a lifetime amassing your stuff. Here’s how to get rid of it.
By Kim Clark
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QUIZ: Are You Ready To Retire At 62?
Quiz Are you in a good position to retire at 62? Find out with this quick quiz.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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9 Types of Insurance You Don't Need
Financial Planning If you're paying for these types of insurance, you might be wasting your money. Here's what you need to know.
By David Rodeck
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Ask the Editor: Questions on Tax Breaks for Caregivers
Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on tax breaks for caregivers
By Joy Taylor
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Are You Making These Savings Mistakes?
Avoiding these common mistakes can help you build a foundation of wealth while not leaving thousands of dollars on the table.
By Sean Jackson
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I See the Freedom in My Friend's Late-Life Divorce
Having gone through a divorce myself, I know it can bring financial and emotional peace in the long run.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Want to Divorce the IRS? This is How to Go About It (Legally)
With some careful planning focused on the standard deduction, retirees who have large sums in tax-deferred accounts can avoid unpleasant tax bills and even part ways with the IRS for good.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA®
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9 Ways the Wealthy Waste Thousands in Taxes — And 9 Remedies
The tax code contains plenty of legitimate ways for the wealthy and business owners to cut taxes. Use this checklist to minimize taxes and stay compliant.
By Travis Babb, CFP®, EA
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12 Best Freebies for Retirees
Retiree-friendly goods and services are available at no cost – if you know where to look.
By Bob Niedt
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16 Retirement Mistakes You Will Regret Forever
From saving too little to claiming Social Security too early, there are plenty of ways that current and future retirees can sabotage their golden years.
By Bob Niedt
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Warren Buffett Stocks: A Look at Berkshire Hathaway's Holdings
Warren Buffett's holdings are a diverse set of blue chips and lesser-known growth bets. Here, we are the stocks included among Berkshire Hathaway's holdings.
By Dan Burrows
