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A Savings Tool to Empower People With Disabilities
An ABLE account can improve quality of life for individuals with a disability — it permits tax-free saving for ongoing expenses without jeopardizing benefits.
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401(k) Spousal Consent: Lawmakers Reintroduce Legislation
The Women's Retirement Protection Act (WRPA) would prevent spouses from raiding their partners' 401(k) accounts.
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How to Manage Money Like a Millionaire: Smart Wealth-Building Strategies
Explore how to manage money like a millionaire. Learn the savings, investment and financial planning strategies used by high-net-worth individuals to build lasting wealth.
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Social Security Fairness Act: Five Financial Planning Issues to Revisit
More money as a public-sector retiree is great, but there could be unintended consequences with taxes, Medicare and more if you're not careful.
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Social Security Warning: Five Missteps Too Many Women Make
Claiming Social Security is complicated, and for women the stakes are high. What you don't know can cost you, so make sure you do know these five things.
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To Buck the Third-Generation Curse, Focus on the Family Story
The key is to motivate the next generations to contribute to the family business in a productive way. You can look to Lawrence Welk's family as a prime example.
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How Longevity and Anti-Aging Science Can Help You Live Longer
Is immortality achievable? With longevity science booming, you (or your kids) might make it to age 150. We separate the hype from proven strategies.
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Walmart's Transformative Ways Spark a 100,000% Stock Return
Walmart's strategic store expansion and relentless cost-cutting have catapulted its share price over the years.
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Are Scholarships Always Tax-Free? What You Need to Know
Education Scholarships are generally tax-free if certain IRS and other requirements are met.
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What to Expect in the Rest of This Year's Housing Market
Most likely, mortgage rates will stay above 6%, and home prices will climb moderately. But that shouldn't dissuade buyers who are ready to make a move.
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20 Ways to Clean Up Your Finances This Spring
Spring cleaning is therapeutic and stops costly problems from building up around the home. Why not tackle the dusty corners of your finances at the same time?
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Six Great Places to Retire in Florida
Florida offers a range of cities where you’re never far from the sound of lapping waves.
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How Roth Accounts Can Ease Your Tax Burden in Retirement
Strategic Roth IRA conversions can set you up for tax-free income in retirement and a tax-free inheritance for the people you love.
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Are You a High Earner But Still Broke? Five Fixes for That
If you're a HENRY (a higher earner, not rich yet) but feel like you still live paycheck to paycheck, there are steps you can take to get control of your financial future.
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Tax Diversification: Smart Ways to Preserve Your Nest Egg
A long and active retirement may be costly — and may even bump you into a higher tax bracket. Paying some taxes on your savings now could be the answer.
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State Tax Changes for 2025: Key Reforms and What They Mean for Your Finances
State Taxes It’s important to stay informed of state tax changes that can impact your budget.
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Relentless Leadership Has Driven Oracle Stock's 100,000% Return
Oracle's share price growth also benefits from the company's commitment to innovation and tech investment.
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Planning Summer Travel? Use These Strategies
To save money on summer travel, book your tickets well ahead of time, use technology and avoid popular destinations.
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How This Writer Made Their First $1 Million
A 59-year-old writer living in New England explains how they made $1 million as part of Kiplinger's My First $1 Million series.
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How to Thrive in Retirement: Balancing the Tradeoffs
To cultivate a happy retirement, you need to tend to it as carefully as you would a flourishing garden, and that means making the right choices for you.
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Kick the IRS to the Curb in Retirement
That 401(k) or traditional IRA you've filled with your hard-earned money could turn into a tax bomb. Before it blows, see if a Roth could help rescue you.
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How to Stop Scammers Targeting Your Retirement Savings
Anyone can fall victim to a financial scam, but retirees can be more vulnerable than most, so stay alert to these common tricks that could catch you off guard.
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2025 Kiplinger Readers' Choice Awards
Awards The Kiplinger Readers’ Choice Awards celebrate the best products and services in personal finance. Read on to learn more about this year's awards.
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Raising the Social Security Retirement Age to 69? How it Would Affect You
Workers have two choices if the full retirement age ever increases to 69. Work longer or collect less.
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Kiplinger Interest Rates Outlook: Tariff Fears Keep Rates from Declining
Forecasts Both the bond market and the Federal Reserve would have pushed rates lower if not for the potential inflation that may be caused by tariffs.
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Annuity Fees: Are You Paying Too Much?
Annuity fees include commissions, administrative costs, expense ratios and more. How much is too much and how do you know if you're overpaying?
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Pink Tax: What Does Price Discrimination Cost Women?
Sales Tax The 'pink tax' is a form of price discrimination banned in many states that still costs women millions each year.
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Pros and Cons of Filing a Tax Extension
Tax Filing It's easy to extend your tax return deadline to October by requesting a tax extension…but should you?
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SECURE 2.0 Act Summary: New Retirement Savings Changes to Know
Retirment Plans The SECURE 2.0 Act makes significant changes to retirement savings plans. Here's what you need to know.
