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Back to Golf School — for Adults and Retirees
Elevate your game at these golf schools around the country. You'll learn from pros on top golf courses and with the latest tech. You may even make a new friend.
By Michael Croley
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I'm an Investment Strategist: This Is How the Fed's Next Rate Move Could Impact Your Wallet
Interest rate cuts might be coming, which could affect everything from your credit card debt to your mortgage. It's smart to prepare now — here's how.
By Bradley Thompson, CFA®
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Kiplinger Interest Rates Outlook: Cuts Expected to Continue
Forecasts Kiplinger's experts forecast what's happening and what's next for interest rates and the Federal Reserve.
By David Payne
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What to Do If Your Credit Card Is Closed
Making Your Money Last If your credit card is closed, here's why that might have happened and what to do next.
By Rivan V. Stinson
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Seven Surprising Reasons Retirees Are Going Back to Work
Sure, money is a big reason to come out of retirement, but it's not the only reason retirees are doing it.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Should You Get a Long-Term or Short-Term CD Before the Fed Meeting in September?
Is a long-term or short-term CD better to open before the Fed's next meeting? Here's what you need to know.
By Erin Bendig
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US Increasing ESTA Fee to Nearly Double Starting in September
New fee structure hikes ESTA from $21 to $40, adding a new layer to visitor costs under the One Big Beautiful Bill.
By Choncé Maddox
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Where to Move Your Money Before the Next Fed Meeting
Savings rates remain high for now. But with the Fed likely to cut rates at its September meeting, it's time for savers to lock in rates now.
By Donna LeValley
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The Real Cost of Streaming Live Sports in 2025
Streaming your favorite team keeps getting more expensive. Here’s the true cost of sports — and how to save.
By Sean Jackson