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Build an Inflation Hedge Around Retirement
Financial Planning Inflation brings two headaches for retirees: stretching a fixed income to meet rapidly rising prices and investing a retirement savings portfolio so that it keeps pace with the higher cost of living. Here are some strategies to avoid the pain.
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The Fallout From Ukraine
economy Russia and Ukraine represent only a tiny portion of U.S. trade directly, but the impact of the invasion (and sanctions) is being felt by consumers here.
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Are You Paying Too Much for Financial Advice?
Financial Planning Paying fees based on your assets under management may be costing you dearly, in more ways than one. Here’s why. Want a better deal? Consider a flat fee method instead.
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How to Motivate Kids to Save
personal finance It's not easy teaching your child to save. Here are some ways readers have incentivized their kids to keep track of their finances.
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Extending Financial Planning’s Reach
Financial Advisers The challenge is to attract more women and minorities as professionals—and clients.
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There’s No Escaping Your Credit Score (So Make It Count)
Financial Planning Kiplinger’s credit expert, Lisa Gerstner, joins us to talk credit strategy. Also, a number of new electric cars hit the market this year. Will one work for Sandy?
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National Taxpayer Advocate Erin M. Collins Wants to Help
Financial Planning Your tax dollars are at work funding a government bureau to help you deal with the IRS. Strange but true! Also, the price of Amazon is going up.
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How to Prepare to Work with a Financial Planner
Financial Planning Start off on the right foot by getting your financial ducks in a row before your first meeting. Here are some handy pointers for kick-starting a productive relationship.
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How to Cut Your 2021 Tax Bill
Tax Breaks Our guidance could help you claim a higher refund or reduce the amount you owe.
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