The Lowdown: What You Need to Know
Make the right moves to save time and money.
Each month, Kiplinger's Personal Finance highlights key information you need to know about a particular topic -- ranging from investing to travel to taxes. Below, check out the articles we've offered this year.
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Learn how to protect yourself.
They are a good mode of investment.
Uncle Sam gets his money one way or another.
Try out your bargaining skills with these tips.
Widen your pool of contacts-virtually.
Breathe your money fears away.
How to plug in and power up.
Is my money protected? Until when?
HIPPA, helpful or hindrance?
Automakers flooded with off-lease gas guzzlers shut off the tap.
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Gaming with currency? See where the pound, yen, euro and dollar fall or rise.
How much does it take to keep your pet healthy?
Ways to slash the cost of pain at the pump.
Tips on how to navigate through couples & money shakey waters.
Best bets include historic cities in Central America and cruises in the Mediterranean.
Find out how to fix your sick computer.
Break free from your Cell-Phone contracts with these hints.
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Want to get rid of those pesky telemarketers? Here's how.
Winning the flight game isn't easy, even when you play your cards right.
Holidays shopping is here but what is there to buy?
Technology and communication-all in a small Smart phone gadget. Is it a blessing or a curse.
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Helping the environment? Can buying "carbon offsets" to help reduce carbon emissions elsewhere really make a difference? Find out.
The chore of paying your bills just got easier. Paying your bills online can help you save both time and money.
The digital music marketplace is still working out some kinks. Read policies you should be aware of before you download.
The six smart strategies outlined in our slide show can save you time and money when you travel by air this summer.
Renting a vacation house can be a great deal, but know what you're getting into. Follow these guidelines to ensure a fun trip.
Whether the accident is your fault or the other guy's, make sure you go to an appropriate shop -- and ask for what you require.
Make sure you're dealing with an experienced, reputable outfit. And read the fine print on every paper you sign.
The alternative minimum tax is affecting more and more people. And little is being done about it.
Valentine shopping? Here's something to love: getting a sweet deal. We tell you how.
A missing or ruined garment can get you really steamed. Here's what to look for -- and what you should expect -- from a good dry cleaner.
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Take Charge of Retirement Spending With This Simple Strategy
To make sure you're in control of retirement spending, rather than the other way around, allocate funds to just three purposes: income, protection and legacy.
By Mark Gelbman, CFP® Published
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Here's How To Get Organized And Work For Yourself
Whether you’re looking for a side gig or planning to start your own business, it has never been easier to strike out on your own. Here is our guide to navigating working for yourself.
By Laura Petrecca Published
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Roth IRA Contribution Limits for 2024 and 2025
Roth IRAs Roth IRA contribution limits have gone up. Here's what you need to know.
By Jackie Stewart Last updated
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Four Tips for Renting Out Your Home on Airbnb
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By Miriam Cross Published
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Five Ways to a Cheap Last-Minute Vacation
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By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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How to Figure Out How Much Life Insurance You Need
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Amazon Big Deal Days Is Coming! We’ve Got All the Details
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How to Shop for Life Insurance in 3 Easy Steps
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By Kaitlin Pitsker Published
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Five Ways to Shop for a Low Mortgage Rate
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By Daniel Bortz Last updated