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Stocks Churn Up Even as Tech Gets Chipped: Stock Market TodayChipmakers were down for an eighth straight trading session, but money is flowing into other corners of the market, including bonds.
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Kiplinger ESG 20: Our Favorite ESG Stocks and Funds for InvestorsMany of our favorite stock and fund picks that focus on environmental, social and corporate governance issues have struggled. But the worst may be over.
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Turning 65? 5 Common Medicare Mistakes to Avoid"Medicare will happen when I turn 65. I don't need to think about it, right?" Wrong. Get up to speed with the system now to prevent stress and save money later.
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blue chip stocksAll 30 Dow Jones Stocks Ranked: Buy, Sell or Hold?Nvidia, Amazon and Microsoft lead the list of Wall Street's top Dow Jones stocks to buy now. Some other names might surprise you.
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Do This Before Acting on AI Financial AdviceYou can ask AI for financial advice, but it doesn't have all your details, so you should be cautious about the response. Here's a better way to approach it.
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Chasing Hot Stocks Is Not a Shortcut: 3 Keys to Real WealthChasing hot IPOs and stock trends can be risky. True financial security relies on a disciplined, long-term process of steady saving and smart risk management.
By John Vandergriff
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Retirement
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15 Money-Saving Travel Tips for RetireesGlobetrotting in your golden years doesn't have to cost a fortune. Here are 15 ways to cut down on your travel expenses.
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Best 529 Plans of 2026Check out the best 529 plans of 2026 to find the best plan for your child or grandchild’s college savings.
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Use the 529 'Grandparent Loophole' To Maximize College SavingsHow the 529 grandparent loophole lets you fund a grandchild’s college education without impacting their financial aid.
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10 Things To Know for Medicare Open EnrollmentMedicare open enrollment starts on October 15 and ends on December 7. Here's what to sign up for and what to avoid.
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Your PaycheckSocial Security Tax Cap Increases for 2027: Who Will Pay More?A 4.2% higher wage base means more taxes for some earners next year.
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Your 2027 Medicare Open Enrollment Guide: Essential Dates and NoticesLearn how to read your annual Medicare notices, track critical deadlines and choose the right health and drug coverage before the December 7 deadline.
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Turning 65? 5 Common Medicare Mistakes to Avoid"Medicare will happen when I turn 65. I don't need to think about it, right?" Wrong. Get up to speed with the system now to prevent stress and save money later.
By Jeremy Keil, CFP®, CFA®, CKA®
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Taxes
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Property Tax10 States With the Lowest Property Tax Rates in 2026While the national average is climbing, homeowners in these states pay less than 0.53%. Compare your current tax bill against the 2026 rankings.
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Your PaycheckSocial Security Tax Cap Increases for 2027: Who Will Pay More?A 4.2% higher wage base means more taxes for some earners next year.
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Tax PlanningIs Your Tax Professional Filing Your Taxes or Actually Planning Them?An ongoing CPA shortage means high earners can no longer afford to settle for backward-looking compliance.
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Tax Savings144 Million Standard Deduction Filers Get a New Charitable Tax BreakClaiming the standard deduction and donating this year? Here's what that means for your next tax return.
By Kate Schubel
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Personal Finance
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15 Money-Saving Travel Tips for RetireesGlobetrotting in your golden years doesn't have to cost a fortune. Here are 15 ways to cut down on your travel expenses.
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Best 529 Plans of 2026Check out the best 529 plans of 2026 to find the best plan for your child or grandchild’s college savings.
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Use the 529 'Grandparent Loophole' To Maximize College SavingsHow the 529 grandparent loophole lets you fund a grandchild’s college education without impacting their financial aid.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Retail Outlook: Consumers Keep Spending, but…Strong retail sales gains appeared across the board, but tighter budgets are coming.
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It's About to Get Harder to Get a Refund for Delayed FlightsThe Department of Transportation's new rule limits your right to compensation for delayed flights.
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Turning 65? 5 Common Medicare Mistakes to Avoid"Medicare will happen when I turn 65. I don't need to think about it, right?" Wrong. Get up to speed with the system now to prevent stress and save money later.
By Jeremy Keil, CFP®, CFA®, CKA®
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Real Estate
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Is an $80K Pool the Best Way to Lure the Grandkids Over?With $1.1 million in the bank, the math on a new $80K pool might work, even if you're retired. But is a year-round maintenance commitment the best way to see your grandkids?
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Property TaxOlder Homeowners Are Cutting Their Property Tax Bills by VolunteeringWant to save up to $1,500 on your property taxes? Here's how giving back can lower your bill in retirement.
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Rate Hikes Are Back: What It Means for RetireesRetirees could take advantage of better yields on cash and annuities while paying down variable debt and navigating a tougher housing market.
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9 Easy Home Hardening Projects That Also Save on InsuranceThese small projects can protect your home from the elements and might lower your home insurance premium.
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Travel
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15 Money-Saving Travel Tips for RetireesGlobetrotting in your golden years doesn't have to cost a fortune. Here are 15 ways to cut down on your travel expenses.
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Do You Need Travel Health Insurance?Find out when travel health insurance is necessary, what it covers, how much it costs and more.
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It's About to Get Harder to Get a Refund for Delayed FlightsThe Department of Transportation's new rule limits your right to compensation for delayed flights.
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10 Reasons to Retire in an RVRV-loving retirees talk about the upsides of spending retirement in a motorhome, travel trailer, fifth wheel or other recreational vehicle.
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15 Reasons You'll Regret an RV in RetirementHere's why you might regret an RV in retirement. RV-savvy retirees talk about the downsides of spending retirement in a motorhome, travel trailer, fifth wheel, or other recreational vehicle.
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How to Outsmart Vacation Food TrapsIf you want to eat local without the tourist tax, here's how you can find the best hotspots without emptying your wallet.
By Sean Jackson
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Economic Forecasts
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Retail Outlook: Consumers Keep Spending, but…Strong retail sales gains appeared across the board, but tighter budgets are coming.
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ForecastsKiplinger Trade Outlook: Trade Deficit WidensKiplinger's latest forecast on trade: U.S. exports, imports and our net trade deficit.
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The Kiplinger LetterSEC Paves the Way for Blockchain Stock Trading in Landmark ShiftThe U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has launched a five-year exemption for tokenized equities, bridging traditional stock markets with blockchain.
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Economic OutlooksKiplinger Housing Outlook: May Sees Multifamily Building SpikeAggressive builder discounting and rate buydowns drive a surge in new-home sales.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Jobs Outlook: Job Gains Return to EarthKiplinger's monthly jobs round-up covers the latest changes in the labor market, from job gains to wage fluctuations.
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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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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.
By David Payne
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September CPI Report Shows Inflation Remains Red-HotThe September CPI report keeps a rate hike in play for the next Fed meeting later this month. Here's what economists are saying about the inflation data.
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The Risks of an AI BubbleThe Kiplinger Letter The spending spree to build artificial intelligence is creating a bubble, but that’s not entirely a bad thing.
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