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Kiplinger Retail Outlook: Consumers Came Back in June
Economic Forecasts Core retail sales beat expectations, but tariff effects may hurt later.
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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.
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Alabama Tax Guide 2025
State Tax Explore Alabama's 2025 state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how Alabama compares nationwide.
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12 Tips on How and When to File an Amended Tax Return
Tax Returns What to do if you discover a mistake on a previously filed tax return (and other reasons for filing an amended tax return).
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Earn Delta SkyMiles Worth up to $840 Plus a Free Ticket
Delta SkyMiles and American Express provide welcome offers worth up to 70,000 SkyMiles on three personal credit cards.
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The Basics of Estate Planning
If you have a will or trust, congratulations. But you’re not done with estate planning.
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If You'd Put $1,000 Into Berkshire Hathaway Stock 20 Years Ago, Here's What You'd Have Today
Berkshire Hathaway is a long-time market beater, but the easy money in BRK.B has already been made.
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New SALT Cap Deduction: Unlock Massive Tax Savings with Non-Grantor Trusts
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act's increase of the state and local tax (SALT) deduction cap creates an opportunity to use multiple non-grantor trusts to maximize deductions and enhance estate planning.
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Know Your ABDs? A Beginner's Guide to Medicare Basics
Medicare is an alphabet soup — and the rules can be just as confusing as the terminology. Conquer the system with this beginner's guide to Parts A, B and D.
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I'm an Investment Adviser: Why Playing Defense Can Win the Investing Game
Chasing large returns through gold and other alternative investments might be thrilling, but playing defensive 'small ball' with your investments can be a winning formula.
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Quiz: How much do you know about nontaxable income?
Quiz Test your knowledge of Uncle Sam's rare moments of generosity.
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Best Low-Volatility ETFs for When the Market Is a Roller Coaster
ETFs It's been a volatile few weeks for the stock market, and that has investors sniffing out low-volatility ETFs. Let's talk about their strengths and their limitations.
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Best No-Fee High-Yield Savings Rates
Are you looking for the best no-fee high-yield savings rates? Our top picks earn you 4.35%.
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The Best High-Yield Savings Accounts of July 2025
Our high-yield savings account picks earn you rates as high as 4.35%, helping you outpace inflation and grow your savings quicker.
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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.
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The Average Monthly Social Security Check: June 2025
The average monthly Social Security check amount might surprise you. Here's a look at the numbers and why they matter.
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Retirement Calculator: How Much Do I Need to Retire?
retirement planning Our Retirement Calculator estimates the future value of your retirement savings and determines how much more you need to save each month to reach your retirement goal.
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Annuity Fees: What You Don't Know Could Cost You Thousands in Retirement
How much in annuity fees is too much and how do you know if you're overpaying?
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The 10 Most Expensive Cities to Live in the U.S.
Real estate From metro areas on both coasts to the middle of the Pacific Ocean, these are the most expensive cities to live in the U.S.
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Seven of the Best Budgeting Apps for 2025
If you're searching for a great budgeting app, here are our top picks.
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Are You a Retirement Millionaire Too Afraid to Spend?
Don't let regret haunt you. Here are five ways to safely enjoy your sizable retirement nest egg.
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Callable CDs Have High Rates. We Still Don't Recommend You Get Them
Investors must carefully consider the trade-offs, as falling interest rates could lead to reinvestment at a lower yield and make selling on the secondary market difficult.
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High Mortgage Rates Are Holding My Retirement Hostage: Can I Still Downsize and Retire?
We ask retirement wealth advisers what to do.
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The Ultra-Rich Don't Always Pay Cash: Why Mark Zuckerberg Took Out a Mortgage
Some of the wealthiest Americans opt for mortgages as a strategic way to preserve liquidity, leverage investments and reduce tax exposure.
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Five Big Beautiful Bill Changes and How Wealthy Retirees Can Benefit
Here's how wealthy retirees can plan for the changes in the new tax legislation, including what it means for tax rates, the SALT cap, charitable giving, estate taxes and other deductions and credits.
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Portfolio Manager Busts Five Myths About International Investing
These common misconceptions lead many investors to overlook international markets, but embracing global diversification can enhance portfolio resilience and unlock long-term growth.
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Kiplinger Inflation Outlook: Tariffs Affecting Some Goods Prices
Economic Forecasts Inflation should rise in the coming months as more tariff effects materialize, but likely by less than first expected if new trade deals happen.
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What is the Gift Tax Exclusion for 2025?
Gift Tax Knowing the annual gift tax exemption can save you time and money.
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Should You Withhold Tax From Social Security Benefits?
Social Security Having taxes withheld from Social Security benefits can help retirees avoid a surprise when tax season arrives.
