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This Hot Housing Market with Daniel Bortz
Becoming a Homeowner Home sales and prices have been on a tear and are forecast to continue to rise in 2021. Whether you're hoping to sell, buy or refi, contributing writer Daniel Bortz has insights for you. Also: What to make of SPACs?
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How the Gig Economy Is Faring, with Kathy Kristof
Employee Benefits As with so many things, the pandemic has had a big effect on side hustles and contract work. We talk with an expert in the field on finding a good gig. Also, there’s a lot of noise about inflation these days.
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Max Out Your Stimulus Check with Rocky Mengle
Tax Breaks You probably know you're getting a stimulus check, but did you know you can have an impact on its amount? Senior tax editor Rocky Mengle talks about the moves you can make to upsize your stimulus. Also, will your state raise — or lower — your taxes.
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New Financial Challenges for Women with Marguerita Cheng
Women & Money The COVID-19 pandemic and accompanying recession have been particularly hard on women, who've lost millions of jobs. Financial planner Marguerita Cheng talks about how she's helping her clients cope. Also: What dad taught us about personal finance.
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Having the Money Talk with Your Parents, with Cameron Huddleston
Financial Planning for Alzheimer's Managing your parents' finances can be a difficult situation. Doing so if you haven't laid down a plan for how to do it is worse.
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Love and Money with Financial Planner Mari Adam
Getting Married Financial planner Mari Adam helps couples work together to have a good relationship with each other – and their finances. Also, some twists for 2020 tax filing and gadgets that can help when the power goes out.
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Why Pay Money to File Your Taxes?
Tax Breaks Far more people could be filing their federal returns for free; maybe even their state taxes. Also, the latest from Brandon Copeland and the not-so-secret perks of stock ownership.
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Unpacking the GameStop Blowup with Kyle Woodley
Markets Senior investing editor Kyle Woodley breaks down the latest short squeeze and its broader implications. Also, General Motors says it’s going all-electric—so, what will fuel your next car?
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Handling Taxes and Insurance When Working from “Home”
Tax Breaks Working remotely in a new state, maybe even a new country? That can lead to complications, particularly when it comes to taxes. Also: why the IRS is starting tax season late this year, and a check-in on student loan policies in the new administration.
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Taxes on Retirees — What’s New?
Budgeting In this episode of Your Money's Worth, senior tax editor Rocky Mengle talks about the latest update of the Kiplinger Retiree Tax Map. Will states with declining revenues make life harder on retirees? Also, the Biden stimulus plan and the hazards of patent scams.
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Jim Patterson on The Kiplinger Letter’s 2021 Forecasts
Economic Forecasts What to expect from the U.S. economy, the new Congress and next administration, as well as the outlook for bitcoin, self-driving trucks and more.
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Is a Fix Coming Soon for Social Security?
Smart Buying Social Security has funding problems that the COVID-19 pandemic has made worse. What are the prospects for the next Congress and administration doing something about it?
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James K. Glassman’s Stock Picks for 2021
Kiplinger's Investing Outlook Kiplinger columnist James K. Glassman has been picking 10 stocks a year for decades now. We talk about what’s on his 2021 list, and how previous picks have fared. Also: the second stimulus, and exchange-traded funds for 2021.
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Doug Glanville on Race, Sports — and Personal Finance
personal finance Kiplinger contributor (and former Major League Baseball player) Doug Glanville shares insights from years playing the game — and investing. Also, what's in the upcoming financial stimulus.
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State Taxes on the Middle Class, with Rocky Mengle
Tax Breaks Every year Kiplinger ranks all 50 states for their tax-friendliness. For 2020, Senior Tax Editor Rocky Mengle has put the focus on the middle class. Hosts Sandra Block and David Muhlbaum also discuss the student debt moratorium and estate planning for "black sheep" beneficiaries.
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Your Year-End Financial To-Do List
Coronavirus and Your Money We know you've got a lot to tackle, but these are the must-dos you should review before the year runs out on you.
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Where to Invest in 2021 with Anne Kates Smith
investing Kiplinger Executive Editor Anne Kates Smith joins us to talk about her 2021 outlook for stocks, market sectors, and even some specific stocks. Also, hosts Sandy Block and David Muhlbaum discuss raises for next year as well as staying on the road and out of the ditch this winter.
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How Holiday Shopping Happens in a Pandemic
Smart Buying Black Friday and Cyber Monday this year will be like never before. DealNews analyst Julie Ramhold joins us to talk about how to navigate sale season. Hosts Sandy Block and David Muhlbaum also talk about the Biden agenda and what to be thankful for in 2020
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Making Wise Choices During Open Enrollment
health insurance Contributing Editor Lisa Gerstner runs through the new variables of the 2020 open enrollment season. Also, hosts Sandy Block and David Muhlbaum talk about how the stock market handles election results, as well as what the upcoming ski season will look like.
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Financial Benefits for Military Families
Personal Finance for Military Families For Veterans Day, we run through benefits and programs meant to offset some of the financial risks service members take on. Also, hosts David Muhlbaum and Sandy Block talk about holiday tipping in the age of COVID and the cost of ... cats.
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State Taxes on the Ballot 2020 -- Pot, Real Estate and More
taxes Kiplinger.com senior tax editor Rocky Mengle joins the Your Money's Worth podcast to discuss the significant tax questions at stake on this year's election ballot. Also, our hosts David Muhlbaum and Sandy Block have some bad news for retirement supersavers.
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The 60:40 Portfolio Rule Needs a Reboot
investing Jared Woodard, head of Bank of America's research investment committee, joins the Your Money's Worth podcast to discuss the 60:40 portfolio rule. Also, our hosts David Muhlbaum and Sandy Block dive into why you should think twice about retiring where it's cold.
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Meet Brandon Copeland: NFL Linebacker, Kiplinger Contributing Editor
Brandon Copeland Playing professional football is just one of the jobs “Professor Cope” holds down. We’re kicking off a collaboration on financial literacy.
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What to Know About the Tax Extension Deadline on October 15 (Ep. 46 Rebroadcast)
tax planning Kiplinger.com tax editor Rocky Mengle joins host Ryan Ermey to discuss what you should know about the October 15 tax extension deadline. Also, Kiplinger's car guru David Muhlbaum offers tips on preparing your ride for winter.
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Where You Should Invest Now
investing Kiplinger.com senior investing editor Kyle Woodley joins our Your Money's Worth podcast to answer investor questions about tech stocks, the election and more. Plus, our hosts Sandy Block and Ryan Ermey chat about which documents you need to save in case of an emergency -- and share an important programming announcement.
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Preparing for Retirement: Financial Surprises You May Not Have Anticipated
retirement Retired Kiplinger's Personal Finance editor Janet Bodnar joins our Your Money's Worth podcast to talk about how to prepare for choppy waters in retirement, as well as the lessons she’s learned along the way. Also, our hosts Ryan Ermey and Sandy Block go over rules for reversing required minimum distributions.
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The Pros and Cons of Buying an RV in Retirement
retirement RV Dealers Association president Phil Ingrassia joins our "Your Money's Worth" podcast to break down the advantages and pitfalls of owning a recreational vehicle or RV. Also, our hosts Sandy Block and Ryan Ermey answer listener questions.
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Stock Market Winners, Losers and Lessons Learned
investing Kiplinger.com senior investing editor Kyle Woodley joins our Your Money's Worth podcast to discuss what we can learn about investing from the stock market's winners and losers. Also, our hosts Ryan Ermey and Sandy Block clear up confusion around paying back stimulus checks.
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How COVID-19 Is Changing the Way Families Save for College Costs
college CollegeFinance.com's Kevin Walker joins our Your Money's Worth podcast to discuss how the global health pandemic is impacting the way families plan and save for college. Also, our hosts Sandy Block and Ryan Ermey chat about tax refunds and paying for a home in retirement.
