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Investing
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stocksEarnings Calendar and Analysis for This WeekCheck out our earnings calendar for this week, as well as our previews and recaps of the more noteworthy reports.
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Where Do DIY Investors Stumble Without Professional Help?While most DIY investors focus on short-term portfolio performance, CFAs and CFPs specialize in long-term strategies that support your full financial picture.
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Why the College-First Mindset Is Outdated and Failing Us AllCollege is no longer the safest route to job security. The sooner we change attitudes towards skilled labor and alternative career paths, the better for us all.
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Why the Best LGBTQ+ Charitable Giving Goes Beyond Pride MonthAs you celebrate Pride Month, consider how a commitment to year-round charitable giving can make all the difference to national and local LGBTQ+ groups.
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Should You Start a Trump Account for Your Child?Trump Accounts will launch on July 4, 2026. Here, we look at whether you should sign your kid up.
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Dow Slides 620 Points as Rally Pauses: Stock Market TodayIt was probably just one of those days for the stock market after five straight sessions of new record highs, but Middle East questions must be answered soon.
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7 Best Stocks to Gift Your GrandchildrenThe best stocks to give your grandchildren have certain qualities in common. Here, we let you know what those are.
By Dan Burrows
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Retirement
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Average Generation Jones (Age 61 - 72) Net WorthGeneration Jones came of age during rising inflation and an oil crisis, so it's back in the cockpit for these digital pioneers as they navigate retirement.
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Where Do DIY Investors Stumble Without Professional Help?While most DIY investors focus on short-term portfolio performance, CFAs and CFPs specialize in long-term strategies that support your full financial picture.
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Managing the High Cost of Mental Health CareCases of anxiety, depression and other conditions are rising, and so is the price of treatment. These strategies can help you get care you can afford.
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How to Store Your Financial Documents the Right WayHaving mountains of financial paperwork take over your home can be frustrating. Here's how to get the mess under control while still having your essential information at your fingertips.
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7 Best Stocks to Gift Your GrandchildrenThe best stocks to give your grandchildren have certain qualities in common. Here, we let you know what those are.
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How to Estimate Your Social Security Benefits in Six StepsTo plan smartly for retirement, estimate your Social Security benefits years before you'll need the money. Here's how to do it.
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Why 'Locking' Your Social Security Number Is the New Credit FreezeHere is how to keep your Social Security number private in an age of aggressive cybercriminals.
By Donna LeValley
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Meet Kiplinger's experts
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Alexandra SvokosDigital Managing Editor
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Karee VenemaSenior Investing Editor
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Kelley R. TaylorSenior Tax Editor
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Alexandra TwinSenior Retirement Editor
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David DittmanInvesting Editor
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Ellen KennedyRetirement Editor
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Carla AyersPersonal Finance Editor
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Donna LeValleyRetirement Writer
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Kate SchubelTax Writer
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Sean JacksonPersonal Finance Writer
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Donna FuscaldoRetirement Writer
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Rachael GreenPersonal Finance Writer
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Ben DemersAudience Engagement Manager
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Dan BurrowsSenior Investing Writer
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Taxes
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QuizGifting for a Wedding or Graduation? See if You Know IRS Gift Tax RulesCan you separate fact from fiction when it comes to IRS rules about how much you can gift tax-free? Take our quiz.
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DeadlinesJune Tax Deadlines and IRS Refund Status: What Taxpayers Need to Know This MonthSummer is almost officially here, but so are the next big IRS tax deadlines.
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State TaxesKnicks vs Spurs NBA Finals Puts the 'Jock Tax' Back in the SpotlightThe NBA Finals, and other sporting events, are connected to taxes in a significant way.
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Tax LawGOP Trump Account for Savings: Treasury Outlines July 4 LaunchThe official mobile app is live as the program enters its activation phase. Here’s who is eligible and when your child could receive the $1,000.
By Kate Schubel
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Personal Finance
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NYC Proposes $3k College Fund Plan: Does Your State Offer Aid?From NYC's proposal to Trump Accounts and state-sponsored baby bond programs, governments are helping children build savings long before they reach adulthood.
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Why the College-First Mindset Is Outdated and Failing Us AllCollege is no longer the safest route to job security. The sooner we change attitudes towards skilled labor and alternative career paths, the better for us all.
By Scott Laband -
Why the Best LGBTQ+ Charitable Giving Goes Beyond Pride MonthAs you celebrate Pride Month, consider how a commitment to year-round charitable giving can make all the difference to national and local LGBTQ+ groups.
By Mindy Neira, CFP®, ChSNC® -
Managing the High Cost of Mental Health CareCases of anxiety, depression and other conditions are rising, and so is the price of treatment. These strategies can help you get care you can afford.
By Cameron Huddleston -
Should You Start a Trump Account for Your Child?Trump Accounts will launch on July 4, 2026. Here, we look at whether you should sign your kid up.
By Charles Lewis Sizemore, CFA -
How to Watch the NBA Finals 2026: Knicks vs SpursThe 2026 NBA Finals are here. Learn how to watch the Knicks vs Spurs championship series live on ABC and streaming services.
By Carla Ayers
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Real Estate
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The Short-Term Rental Crackdown: Should You Sell?We consider the case of a retired couple relying on summer rental income from a $1.1 million beach house. Local zoning changes are forcing a hard choice between lifestyle and portfolio stability.
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What Happens During a Home Appraisal?From comps to contingencies, here’s what a home appraisal reveals about your property’s true worth.
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Step Off the 1031 Exchange Treadmill With Mineral RightsMineral rights offer deeded ownership with no tenants, monthly royalty income with no operating costs, a stepped-up basis for heirs and more.
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Wealth Wise: Should We Sell Our Rental or Keep the Income?An out-of-state property is a great inflation hedge, but the hidden tax hits and landlord headaches might not be worth it. Our retirement advice column answers your questions.
By Maurie Backman
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Travel
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When the World Is Your Retirement HomeGlobal nomads leave everything behind to wander the continents.
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You Survived 'Maycember.' Here are 8 Ways to CelebrateParents spend May juggling packed calendars, emotional labor and rising costs. Here are a few worthwhile ways to finally splurge on themselves this summer.
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The 10 Most Valuable Vacation Destinations for Retirees in 2026From U.S. getaways to international escapes, these budget-friendly destinations offer retirees the perfect mix of rest, rejuvenation and a touch of excitement.
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5 Best (and Worst) US Airports for Flight DelaysHate getting delayed at the airport? Here are five airports where that’s least likely to happen and five with the worst track record for flight delays.
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Are You Making the Most Of Your Amex Card's Fine Hotels + Resorts Perks?Three examples of hotel stays in Sydney, Vegas and Lisbon show what you get through American Express' Fine Hotels + Resorts (FHR) program.
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Do You Know How to Behave in an Airport Lounge? Take Our QuizAre you committing airport lounge faux pas without realizing it? Take this short quiz to find out.
By Rachael Green
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Economic Forecasts
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Kiplinger ForecastsKiplinger GDP Outlook: No Recession, But Low Economic GrowthIn the latest Kiplinger GDP forecast, we expect modest-to-moderate growth in the second half of 2025 and through 2026.
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ForecastsExports have held up reasonably well despite tariff disputesKiplinger's latest forecast on trade: U.S. exports, imports and our net trade deficit.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Energy Outlook: Drivers Face Painful Gas PricesRoad trips will cost far more this holiday weekend than they did last year. Is any relief in sight?
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ForecastsKiplinger Interest Rates Outlook: Fed Pauses Rates CutsThe Fed suggests that it is not likely to cut rates further unless the jobs market weakens more.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Retail Outlook: Consumers Spend Freely, for NowLow savings rates and higher gasoline costs imply a slowdown in spending at some point.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Inflation Outlook: Energy Cost Increases Not Done YetThe inflation report for May will show a jump in prices for the third month. Headline inflation should rise above 4.0%.
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The Kiplinger LetterManufacturers Face Crunch on Industrial MetalsThe Middle East conflict has disrupted supplies, increased costs and created another headache for manufacturers dealing with the effects of higher tariffs.
By Matthew Housiaux
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Passive Income: How the Ultra-Wealthy Build Wealth While They SleepHow the wealthy create passive income streams that keep paying long after the hard work is done.
By Zina Kumok
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The 10 Most Valuable Vacation Destinations for Retirees in 2026From U.S. getaways to international escapes, these budget-friendly destinations offer retirees the perfect mix of rest, rejuvenation and a touch of excitement.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Despite Higher Prices, Businesses Won’t Cut These IT ProjectsThe Kiplinger Letter Rising costs and other headwinds are threatening certain segments of IT spending. Artificial intelligence and cybersecurity are two big exceptions.
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5 Best (and Worst) US Airports for Flight DelaysHate getting delayed at the airport? Here are five airports where that’s least likely to happen and five with the worst track record for flight delays.
By Rachael Green
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Do You Know How to Behave in an Airport Lounge? Take Our QuizAre you committing airport lounge faux pas without realizing it? Take this short quiz to find out.
By Rachael Green
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This Airline Miles 'Trick' Earned Me Premium Loyalty StatusWarning: It does require vigilance.
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