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Investing
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Kiplinger Energy Outlook: Gas Prices Turn Higher
Economic Forecasts After bottoming out around New Year’s Day, gasoline prices are headed up this winter.
By Jim Patterson Last updated
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A Beginner's Guide to Investing in the Stock Market
Learning how to invest in the stock market can be overwhelming, but this guide provides some first steps for newbies.
By Charles Lewis Sizemore, CFA Last updated
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Who Are the Best Small Online Brokers?
online brokers Small online brokers like Robinhood have shaken up the market for the bigger players. How do they actually stack up?
By Kim Clark Last updated
Personal Finance
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529 Plan Contribution Limits for 2025
Each state sets 529 plan contribution limits, which range from $235,000 to $575,000.
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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California's Home Insurance Crisis: Rising Risks, Soaring Costs and Limited Options
As wildfires intensify across California, insurers retreat, leaving homeowners with fewer coverage choices and higher costs. Learn what’s next for the California insurance market.
By Carla Ayers Published
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12 Reasons to Cancel Amazon Prime
Amazon Prime Here's why it might be time to cancel your Amazon Prime subscription.
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
Meet Kiplinger's Experts
Taxes
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TikTok Ban and the Supreme Court: Five Things to Know
SCOTUS As the deadline for a potential TikTok ban approaches, uncertainty looms over the app's future in the United States.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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The Fine Print: What Trump Isn’t Telling You About His 2025 Tax Plans
Tax Law & Policy Knowing the impacts of various tax proposals can empower you to make informed financial decisions as we move through 2025.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Congress Claws Back Another $20 Billion from the IRS
IRS The tax agency's IRA funding was stripped further due to a legislative error.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Last updated
Kiplinger Advisor Collective
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Will Corporate America Put Bitcoin on Its Balance Sheets?
Whether bitcoin (or other cryptocurrency) significantly becomes a treasury asset for many of the world's businesses and corporations is something to watch.
By Zain Jaffer Published
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New to Financial Advising? Nine Key Ways to Build Trust With Your Clients
Trust, like in any relationship, takes time to develop.
By Kiplinger Advisor Collective Published
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Why Small Business in 2025 Should Have You Excited
A unique combination of consumer support, tech advancements and a growing ecosystem of resources make it a remarkable time to launch or expand your business.
By Stephen Nalley Published
Retirement
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Could ESG Funds be Removed from Your 401(k) Plan?
A pilot successfully sued American Airlines for including ESG factors in its 401(k) plan.
By Adam Shell Published
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Asset Protection for Affluent Retirees in 2025
Putting together a team of advisers to assist with insurance, taxes and other financial issues can help with security, growth and peace of mind.
By Derek A. Miser, Investment Adviser Published
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The Tax Stakes for 2025: Planning for All Possibilities
It's unclear whether extending the TCJA provisions for individuals is likely, so what can you do to reduce your overall tax bill either way?
By Jane G. Ditelberg, Esq. Published
Real Estate
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12 Great Places to Retire in the Midwest
places to live Here are our retirement picks in the 12 midwestern states.
By Stacy Rapacon Last updated
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Capital Gains Tax on Real Estate and Home Sales
Capital Gains Selling your home or a rental property? Here are important capital gains tax rules to keep in mind.
By Joy Taylor Last updated
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Kiplinger Housing Outlook: Existing Home Sales Fall Again
Economic Outlooks Home prices keep rising, but the rate of increase continues to slow.
By Rodrigo Sermeño Last updated
Economic Outlooks
Economic Forecasts
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Kiplinger Retail Outlook: Surprisingly Strong Holiday Sales
Economic Forecasts Retail sales over the holiday season show consumers still have a lot left in the tank.
By David Payne Last updated
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Kiplinger Energy Outlook: Gas Prices Turn Higher
Economic Forecasts After bottoming out around New Year’s Day, gasoline prices are headed up this winter.
By Jim Patterson Last updated
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Three Ways President Trump Could Impact the Economy
The Letter Some of Trump's top priorities could boost economic growth, but others risk fueling inflation.
By David Payne Published
The Letter
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The Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards for You
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By Ellen B. Kennedy Last updated
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Want to Write a Book? An Expert Shares What You Need to Know
Professional ghostwriter poses some important questions that any would-be author might want to consider before diving into such a challenging task.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq. Last updated
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Seven Tips to Land Your First Client as a Financial Adviser or Entrepreneur
Building customer relationships is easier when you start from a place of trust and empathy.
By Kiplinger Advisor Collective Published
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5 Steps to Take to Get Money Back from a Trip Gone Awry
Five steps to take if travels go awry and you need to get money back.
By Becca van Sambeck Last updated
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Thinking About Unretiring? You’re Not Alone
Unretiring is a growing trend, with 38 million 55+ workers employed as of now. Here's what's driving the return to work. Are you thinking about unretiring?
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated