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Investing
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5 Best Commodity ETFs to Buy Now
ETFs Whether you're worried about inflation or just looking for alternative asset classes, these commodity ETFs offer exposure to popular raw materials.
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Nvidia Earnings: Live Updates and Commentary
Nvidia's earnings report were released Wednesday evening and the headline results came in better than expected. Kiplinger experts share news and analysis on the event.
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eBay Stock Slides on Soft Outlook
eBay stock is falling Thursday after the e-commerce company topped fourth-quarter expectations but issued a soft first-quarter outlook.
By Joey Solitro Published
Personal Finance
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4 Simple Rules for Proper E-mail Etiquette
business Follow these guidelines to prevent e-mail faux pas from leaving your mailbox.
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Best High-Yield Savings Accounts — February 2025
High-yield savings accounts can help you stay ahead of rising inflation. Here are some of the top options.
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Taxes
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Iowa Tax Guide
State Tax Iowa state tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, gas, cigarette, and other taxes that impact residents.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Last updated
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A Little-Known Tax Buster for Rich Retirees: Zero-Coupon DST
Maybe you've heard of using Delaware statutory trusts to defer taxes on real estate investments, but zero-coupon DSTs take those benefits a step further.
By Derek A. Miser, Investment Adviser Published
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Seven Ways to Reduce Taxes on Social Security Benefits in 2025
Social Security Minimizing taxes on Social Security is an essential consideration for many retirees.
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IRC Section 1202: A Strategic Tax Advantage for Investors and Entrepreneurs
IRC Section 1202 allows individuals to exclude up to 100% of the capital gains realized from the sale of qualified small business stock.
By Nicholas Pope Published
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Seven Ways to Balance a Social Life With Achieving Your Financial Goals
You don't have to give up everything in order to succeed with money.
By Kiplinger Advisor Collective Published
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Living Beyond Age 100: A Possibility With Financial Impact
Living longer raises important financial and lifestyle questions.
By Dennis McNamara Published
Retirement
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The Six People You Need to Talk with Before Retiring — and the Best Questions to Ask
It takes a team of people to build a great retirement plan. Here are the experts you need to reach out to before you make your big move.
By Brian O'Connell Published
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Will Dr. Oz Push Medicare Advantage Plans if Confirmed as Head of CMS?
As original Medicare faces funding shortfalls, Dr. Oz may shift to private insurance providers through Medicare Advantage. Here's what we know so far.
By Maurie Backman Published
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Your Ideal Retirement Community: Five Questions to Ask When Making Your Choice
Before you settle on a retirement community do your homework with these questions.
By Donna Fuscaldo Published
Real Estate
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A Little-Known Tax Buster for Rich Retirees: Zero-Coupon DST
Maybe you've heard of using Delaware statutory trusts to defer taxes on real estate investments, but zero-coupon DSTs take those benefits a step further.
By Derek A. Miser, Investment Adviser Published
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The 20 Hottest Rental Markets in the U.S.
A survey reveals that Miami takes the top spot as the most competitive rental market in the U.S., followed by Milwaukee, WI and North Jersey, NJ.
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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Five Ways to Shop for a Low Mortgage Rate
Becoming a Homeowner Mortgage rates are high this year, but you can still find an affordable loan with these tips.
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Economic Forecasts
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Kiplinger Retail Outlook: Spending Pause is Likely Temporary
Economic Forecasts Retail sales pulled back in January, after a strong December, but may not be out of gas yet.
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Kiplinger Inflation Outlook: Elevated Inflation Stubbornly Persists
Economic Forecasts Core inflation has changed little in the last eight months, confounding the Federal Reserve.
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Kiplinger Jobs Outlook: Labor Market Strength Surprises
Economic Forecasts Strong job growth in September and revisions to July and August indicate the labor market’s weakness was overstated.
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The Kiplinger Letter IT sales set to surge in 2025 as businesses rush to adopt generative AI.
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