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Three Tips for Managing Your Election-Related Stress
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Should You Leave Your Heat On All Day or Turn It Off? Which is Cheaper?
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The Best Tech Stocks to Buy
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The Attention Economy: To Reach Consumers, Keep Things Short And Sweet
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Earnings Calendar and Analysis for This Week
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New Airline Rules Simplify Refunds From Canceled Flights and Delayed Bags
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Investing
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Beware of 'Buy a Business' Coaching Scams
Just because someone says they can make you rich by helping you buy the business of your dreams doesn’t mean they actually have the expertise to do that.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq. Published
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How Will the Election Impact the Stock Market?
Election years tend to be positive for the stock market, but investors should brace for volatility in the lead-up to and aftermath of November 5.
By Jeff Reeves Last updated
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How Are Annuity Withdrawals Taxed?
annuities Annuities offer powerful tax advantages and have a few pitfalls (that are avoidable). Here's how to cut your taxes and avoid surprises.
By Ken Nuss Last updated
Personal Finance
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Your Guide to Open Enrollment and Health Insurance for 2025
Open enrollment starts on November 1. With health care costs on the rise, it’s critical to select a plan that fits your needs at the right price.
By Laura Petrecca Published
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Fell for a Financial Scam? It Might Be Time to Test for Alzheimer's
Falling for financial scams may be an early indicator of Alzheimer's among older adults.
By Elaine Silvestrini Published
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The Minimum Savings You Need To Retire in All 50 States
Are you concerned 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 Published
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Taxes
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What Are the Capital Gains Tax Rates for 2024 and 2025
Capital Gains Tax Navigating capital gains tax can be complex, but knowing the applicable tax rates can help you plan your investments.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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The Problem With 401(k) Catch-Up Contributions for 2024
Retirement Plans New rules governing certain 401(k) catch-up contributions caused confusion and raised concern.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Election Updates: How Trump's Plans Would Hurt Social Security, Per Report
The latest election updates on what candidates are saying as it concerns people's finances, along with commentary and analysis from Kiplinger experts.
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Kiplinger Advisor Collective
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Nine Tips to Create a Smart Retirement Income Strategy and Gain Peace of Mind
Don't wait until you're no longer working to determine where your new income will come from.
By Kiplinger Advisor Collective Published
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Setting Objective Criteria for Employee Bonuses Aligned With Company Goals
When employees win, the company wins.
By Stephen Nalley Published
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Why Now Is the Best Time to Protect Yourself From Potential Fraud
You can implement these easy measures today to reduce the risk of financial harm from exposed data.
By Mario Hernandez Published
Retirement
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The Problem With 401(k) Catch-Up Contributions for 2024
Retirement Plans New rules governing certain 401(k) catch-up contributions caused confusion and raised concern.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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How Are Annuity Withdrawals Taxed?
annuities Annuities offer powerful tax advantages and have a few pitfalls (that are avoidable). Here's how to cut your taxes and avoid surprises.
By Ken Nuss Last updated
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Don't Make These Big Mistakes When Claiming Your Social Security Benefits
New survey reveals that many people don't’ know their full retirement age, aren’t sure the age they are or were eligible for full retirement benefits or take benefits too early.
By Kathryn Pomroy Published
Real Estate
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Will lower mortgage rates help the housing market?
The Kiplinger Letter As mortgage rates slowly come down here's what to expect in the housing market over the next year or so.
By Rodrigo Sermeño Published
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13 Home Features Today's Buyers Want Most
home Thinking about selling your house? Here are 13 home features potential buyers crave right now.
By Ellen Kennedy Last updated
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Is Harris’s $25k Down Payment Assistance Good or Bad for Homebuyers?
Democratic Presidential candidate Kamala Harris plans to offer $25,000 in down payment assistance for first-time homebuyers. But is this good or bad for the housing market?
By Erin Bendig Published
Economic Forecasts
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Kiplinger Interest Rates Outlook: Pre-election Jitters
Forecasts Despite a large rate cut, the Fed will likely make smaller reductions at its next two meetings.
By David Payne Last updated
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Will lower mortgage rates help the housing market?
The Kiplinger Letter As mortgage rates slowly come down here's what to expect in the housing market over the next year or so.
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Kiplinger Retail Outlook: Consumer Spending Staying Strong
Economic Forecasts Consumer spending is still surprisingly strong as the holiday season nears.
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The Tax Letter Take a comprehensive look at Harris and Trump's tax proposals. We cover income tax rates, tax credits and deductions, capital gains tax, estate tax, corporate tax and much more
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What Could a Trump Presidency Mean For Social Security and Medicare?
Kiplinger looks at Donald Trump's stances on Social Security and Medicare, including what he did as president.
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Trump Has the Edge in an Historically Close Race
The race could still go either way, but Donald Trump appears to be gaining some late momentum.
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The 10 Cheapest Countries to Visit
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