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10 Predictions for 2025 from The Kiplinger Letter
The Kiplinger Letter As 2025 arrives, here are our top 10 forecasts for the new year.
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When You Will Start Getting 2025 Social Security Payments
When Social Security recipients will start seeing 2025 checks with the COLA increase.
By Alexandra Svokos Last updated
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How A Government Shutdown Would Affect Medicare and Other Healthcare
A look at how Medicare would be affected by a government shutdown, as well as other government-related healthcare.
By Esther D’Amico Last updated
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Ways A Government Shutdown Could Disrupt Travel
A look at how a government shutdown could disrupt travel plans, which would have a great impact the longer a shutdown goes on.
By Adam Shell Last updated
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Your Social Security Checks Won’t Stop If the Government Shuts Down
How Social Security would be affected by a government shutdown, including what happens to checks and what services would be paused.
By Esther D’Amico Last updated
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Federal Reserve Meeting: Live Updates and Commentary
The December Fed meeting caps off a memorable year for the FOMC, as the group began cutting rates in the fall.
By Kiplinger Staff Last updated
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What Could a Trump Presidency Mean For Social Security and Medicare?
Kiplinger looks at Donald Trump's stances on Social Security and Medicare, including what he did as president.
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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Can Tariffs Make Childcare More Affordable?
Tariffs President-elect Trump suggested tariffs can address the childcare crisis, but economists are doubtful.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Published
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Biden's Lame-Duck Agenda
The Letter President Biden rushes to tie up loose ends before Trump takes over.
By Matthew Housiaux Published
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