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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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How to Structure Retirement Income to Tamp Down Taxes
From Social Security to IRAs and investments, with smart tax planning, retirees can have some control over how much of their income they'll get to keep.
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What Is Options Trading?
Options trading allows investors to speculate on a stock's directional move and to hedge risk. Here are some key concepts to learn about options trading.
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What Is AI Investing?
Curious about the AI investing boom? Let's take a look at what exactly AI is and how you can invest in a potential trillion-dollar megatrend.
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Want to Produce a Podcast? Tips to Get It Done Right
It takes prep work, research and knowing where you're going. Plus, don't miss the most important recommendation from this expert podcast producer.
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Phased Retirement: Why Easing Into Retirement Might Be Your Best Move
If retiring cold turkey isn’t for you, consider a phased retirement that lets you scale back at work and ease into retirement before eventually stepping away completely.
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Retirement Community Living: How to Pay for Your Next Chapter
From independent living to continuing care retirement communities, retirees have a lot of ways to live out their golden years. But it ain’t cheap.
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What to Know About CD Ladders, A Flexible Way to Save
Savings One way to keep your earnings on track is to spread out your cash.
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States with Emergency and Energy Sales Tax Holidays in 2025
Sales Taxes Save on appliances with a state emergency preparedness or energy-efficient tax-free weekend in February.
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5 Financial Red Flags to Watch for in Relationships
Financial red flags can impact whether you and your mate can have a financially sound future together.
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Is a Joint Bank Account Romantic or Risky?
Considering a joint bank account with your partner? Discover the advantages and potential pitfalls to determine if it's the right choice for your relationship.
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Are You a 'Midwestern Millionaire'? Four Retirement Strategies
Midwestern Millionaires might not live in the Midwest, but they share a saver's mindset. These strategies are for those who have saved $1 million or more.
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Happy Valentine's Day: Are You Committing Financial Infidelity?
You may not even realize you're betraying your partner's trust regarding money issues. Here are some strategies to prevent and address financial dishonesty.
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As You Celebrate Your Love, Consider a Financial Check-In, Too
Talking about your money situation with your significant other early in a relationship can head off disagreements and even breakups.
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Wait, Why Did My Insurance Premium Increase?!
No one likes it when they get a higher insurance bill, but there is most likely a logical reason for why it's gone up. Let's explore those reasons.
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Why Do People Retire in Florida? 9 Things You Must Know
Attention Florida-bound retirees: There's more to the Sunshine State than Disney, golf and beaches.
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Financial Advice from America's Founding Fathers
credit & debt Kiplinger presents timeless personal finance wisdom from the Founding Fathers, echoing much of our own advice.
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Best Cheap Stocks To Buy Now (Under $10)
If you're willing to take on the risk of owning cheap stocks, these five picks are all priced at or under $10.
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Is Investing In Gold Worth It? How Gold Prices Have Changed
gold Gold tends to do well in times of trouble, but its long-term record isn't so lustrous.
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If You'd Put $1,000 Into Adobe Stock 20 Years Ago, Here's What You'd Have Today
Adobe stock has outperformed the S&P 500 by leaps and bounds over the past two decades.
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Best High-Yield Savings Accounts — February 2025
Our round-up of the top earning high-yield savings accounts available now. Although rates have dropped since their peak, you can still find APYs close to 5%.
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Costco Vacation Deals: Should You Buy One?
Thinking of trying a vacation package? Costco vacation deals, along with deals from BJ's and Sam's Club, are convenient and save you money. But what about the downsides?
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The 5 Best BDC Stocks to Buy Now
dividend stocks Business development companies (BDCs) are a small but sky-high-yielding industry that effectively acts as private equity for the common investor.
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Best Dividend ETFs to Buy Now
ETFs Are you a set-it-and-forget-it income investor? These dividend ETFs generate case through a variety of long-term strategies.
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I'm 60, just paid off my $1 million home and have $750K in retirement savings — can I retire now?
We asked expert financial advisers to weigh in.
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Heirs Inheriting Crypto? Don't Make It a Headache for Them
If you have cryptocurrency in your estate, you'll need meticulous plans and clear instructions to ensure beneficiaries don't lose out after you're gone.
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DIY Retirement Planning: A Smart Move or a Risky Endeavor?
You can cut the cost of retirement planning by doing it yourself. But for something this important, it might be wiser to call in the professionals.
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Galentine's Day: A Time to Promote Financial Literacy Among Friends
Here are three things women can do to help their friends gain financial knowledge and confidence.
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Facing a Potential Job Loss? Here's How to Prepare
Even if you feel secure in your job, it's still a good idea to make sure you're financially prepared in the event you're laid off.
