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The Secret Psychological Hack I Used to Save More
Here's a simple way to make your money work smarter for you.
By Sean Jackson
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How Does This Iran Oil Crisis Compare to the 1979 Iran Oil Crisis?
Americans faced a similar oil crisis 47 years ago. Here’s how today compares.
By Rachael Green
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We Are 57 and Want to Take Two Years Off to Travel
We have saved $7 million, and our round-the-world trip will cost $800K. We both had parents who died in their 60s, so we want to travel while we are "young."
By Maurie Backman
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What Money Lessons Are Your Kids Learning by Watching You?
Children are constantly absorbing financial lessons from their parents, and your behaviors shape how your children will manage their money as adults.
By Jodi Krausman, PhD, CPA, CFP®, ChFC®
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Earth Day Thoughts: Clean Energy Transition Hits Warp Speed
With crude oil near $100 a barrel and a global energy crisis, the financial case for clean energy has never been more actionable for everyday investors.
By Peter Krull, CSRIC®
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How This 529 'Superfund' Strategy Can Transform Your Estate Plan
This 529 strategy — superfunding a 529 — can help you maximize savings for a child or grandchild's education expenses.
By Erin Bendig
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Kiplinger Retail Outlook: Consumers Undeterred by Gas-Price Hikes
Economic Forecasts Consumers spent freely in March, despite the strong rise in gasoline prices.
By David Payne
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The Small Cruises We'd Book Now for a 2026 Retirement Splurge
The new way to sail: Why boutique yacht cruises are the ultimate retirement reward.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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T-Mobile Galaxy S26 Deals: How to Pay as Little as $4 a Month
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By Carla Ayers
