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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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The Best Utility Stocks to BuyUtility stocks are defensive plays for investors, offering stability and reliable dividends. Here's how you can find the best ones to buy.
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Nvidia Earnings: Live Updates and Commentary May 2026Nvidia beat Wall Street estimates for its first-quarter revenue and earnings, and the leader of the AI revolution also announced a big dividend increase.
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Millennials, Are You Making These Common Money Mistakes?It's easy to lose track of spending when you're focused on your family and career. But this is what you're risking when you don't save or protect your income.
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Do Your Adviser's Years of Experience Hide a Proficiency Gap?Turns out, an adviser's long tenure is not a reliable indicator of their true expertise, especially in crucial areas like retirement income and tax planning.
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Want Employees to Embrace AI? Give Them a Say in How It's UsedBusinesses that want employees to work with AI need to break down some barriers first, as U.S. workplaces have become fractured, fearful and full of mistrust.
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SpaceX Stock: Should You Buy SPCX Stock?The massive SpaceX IPO is almost here, with Elon Musk's space exploration and satellite company expected to start trading next month.
By Karee Venema
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Retirement
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Dave Ramsey: 'Inflation Comes and Goes' — 8 Ways to Bulletproof RetirementReady to call it quits? From timing Social Security to planning, here are 8 pieces of Dave Ramsey advice for a secure retirement.
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The Social Security Bridge: How to Retire at 62 and Claim at 70Delaying your claim until age 70 locks in a permanent, lifelong pay raise. Here is your blueprint to construct an income bridge that safely funds your retirement gap years.
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Millennials, Are You Making These Common Money Mistakes?It's easy to lose track of spending when you're focused on your family and career. But this is what you're risking when you don't save or protect your income.
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Do Your Adviser's Years of Experience Hide a Proficiency Gap?Turns out, an adviser's long tenure is not a reliable indicator of their true expertise, especially in crucial areas like retirement income and tax planning.
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7 Ways to Plan Now to Save on Medicare IRMAA Surcharges LaterUnderstand the critical 2-year lookback period and why aggressive planning before you enroll in Medicare is the most effective way to minimize IRMAA.
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Communication Is Key to a Successful LegacyBecause 70% of wealthy families lose their wealth by the second generation, it's clear how important communication can be to your estate plan's success.
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How a 'Tax Bucket List' Can Help You Plan Your RetirementWhether you realize it or not, your money is sitting in three different tax “buckets.” To save on taxes throughout retirement, make sure to fill up your tax-free bucket. Here are two ways to do that.
By Justin Biance, Certified Estate Planner
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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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Property Tax10 Cheapest Places to Live in GeorgiaLooking for affordable Georgia living? These counties offer the lowest property tax bills in the state.
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How a 'Tax Bucket List' Can Help You Plan Your RetirementWhether you realize it or not, your money is sitting in three different tax “buckets.” To save on taxes throughout retirement, make sure to fill up your tax-free bucket. Here are two ways to do that.
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Should You Take Your Pension as a Lump Sum?The answer depends on multiple factors, such as what your alternative investment options would be, whether you want to leave money to a beneficiary and more.
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How an All-Asset Retirement Plan Reduces Investment RisksYou combine your housing wealth and lifetime annuities to help ensure that an average of three-quarters of your retirement income is not subject to market risk.
By Jerry Golden, Investment Adviser Representative
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Personal Finance
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How Your Favorite Stores Use Your Data Against YouFrom online to in-store, retailers track your behavior to set maximum prices. Here's how to fight back.
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Renters Are Turning to Plug-In Solar as Energy Bills RiseBalcony solar systems are emerging as a lower-cost alternative to rooftop solar for renters. Here's how plug-in solar works.
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How a 'Tax Bucket List' Can Help You Plan Your RetirementWhether you realize it or not, your money is sitting in three different tax “buckets.” To save on taxes throughout retirement, make sure to fill up your tax-free bucket. Here are two ways to do that.
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Avoid These World Cup Ticket ScamsWorld Cup ticket prices may be falling, but scammers are still cashing in. Here’s how to spot fake listings and protect yourself before kickoff.
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The LetterWhat the K-Shaped Economy Really MeansAs the financial fortunes of the wealthy diverge from everyone else, some businesses are poised to thrive, while others struggle with weakening sales.
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Why Does a Product Get Pricier Even When It Isn't in Demand?Several factors besides demand push up the prices of products you love. Understanding what's going on behind the scenes can help you decide what to buy and when.
By David Abraham
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Real Estate
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Renters Are Turning to Plug-In Solar as Energy Bills RiseBalcony solar systems are emerging as a lower-cost alternative to rooftop solar for renters. Here's how plug-in solar works.
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How an All-Asset Retirement Plan Reduces Investment RisksYou combine your housing wealth and lifetime annuities to help ensure that an average of three-quarters of your retirement income is not subject to market risk.
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Here's Why Mortgage Rates Are RisingWhere the 10-year Treasury yield moves, mortgage rates follow. Learn why they are connected and how they impact homebuyers.
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A 1031 Exchange May Look Great on Paper, But It's Not Just About TaxesIf you're considering a 1031 exchange after making a large capital gain from selling a property, stop and ask how it will affect your portfolio in the long term.
By Carl E. Sera, CMT
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Travel
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Credit Cards With No Foreign Transaction FeesEnjoy traveling abroad? Find a credit card with no foreign transaction fees, or your spending could add up to a big chunk of change.
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Earn a $1,000 Bonus Offer with this Capital One CardGet the Capital One Venture Rewards credit card for huge travel perks and a bonus offer worth $1,000.
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credit cardsThe Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards for YouPack your bags and earn rewards for traveling. We chose the best cards for airline, hotel and other perks to help you save money.
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Hilton Honors Bonus Offer Worth $780Earn 130,000 Hilton Honors bonus points with the American Express Surpass Card.
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How to Save on Booking a CruiseBooking a cruise using credit card rewards and travel agents can help snag the best deals.
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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.
By Sean Jackson
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Economic Forecasts
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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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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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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.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Jobs Outlook: Is The Jan. Jump in Jobs a One-Off?Kiplinger's monthly jobs round-up covers the latest changes in the labor market, from job gains to wage fluctuations.
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The Kiplinger LetterAn Early Look at the 2026 MidtermsThe midterm elections are six months away, but Democrats seem poised to translate President Trump's unpopularity into big gains.
By Matthew Housiaux
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Want Employees to Embrace AI? Give Them a Say in How It's UsedBusinesses that want employees to work with AI need to break down some barriers first, as U.S. workplaces have become fractured, fearful and full of mistrust.
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What the K-Shaped Economy Really MeansThe Letter As the financial fortunes of the wealthy diverge from everyone else, some businesses are poised to thrive, while others struggle with weakening sales.
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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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California Leads the Charge as Privacy Fines SoarThe Kiplinger Letter State privacy fines keep climbing and many businesses are unprepared. Artificial intelligence laws are accelerating the trend.
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Five Ways to Save on Vacation Rental PropertiesTravel Use these strategies to pay less for an apartment, condo or house when you travel.
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How to Avoid Overpaying for Flights in 2026 as Prices Keep ClimbingAirfare is climbing. Learn when to book flights and smart ways to save on tickets in 2026.
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