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stocksEarnings Calendar and Analysis for This Week
Check out our earnings calendar for this holiday-shortened week.
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Got Cash for the Holidays? Here's How to Invest It
You can use your holiday cash from bonuses or gifts to invest. Here's how.
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The Best Vanguard ETFs to Buy
The best Vanguard ETFs all feature rock-bottom fees, large asset bases and long trading histories. Here are a few of our favorites.
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What Is a Mutual Fund and Why Should I Invest in One?
Beginner investors might wonder "what is a mutual fund?" Here, we answer that question and look at the pros and cons of investing in one.
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The Retirement Income Trinity: Cash Flow, Longevity and Tax
Retirement income planning is essential for your peace of mind — it can help you maintain your lifestyle and ease your worries that you'll run out of money.
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Why Delaying an Insurance Claim Could Cost You
The longer you wait to file an insurance claim, the bigger the problem could get — and the more leverage you're giving your insurer to deny it.
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Is a Cash Balance Plan Your Key to a Wealthy Retirement?
Cash balance plans have plenty of benefits for small-business owners. For starters, they can supercharge retirement savings and slash taxes. Should you opt in?
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Don't Wait Until January: Your Year-End Health Checklist to Kickstart 2026
Skip the fleeting resolutions and start the new year with a proactive plan to optimize your longevity, cognitive health, and social vitality.
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3 Trips to Escape the Winter Doldrums, Including An Epic Cruise
Three winter vacation ideas to suit different types of travelers.
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The Retirement Income Trinity: Cash Flow, Longevity and Tax
Retirement income planning is essential for your peace of mind — it can help you maintain your lifestyle and ease your worries that you'll run out of money.
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Is a Cash Balance Plan Your Key to a Wealthy Retirement?
Cash balance plans have plenty of benefits for small-business owners. For starters, they can supercharge retirement savings and slash taxes. Should you opt in?
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What Science Reveals About Money and a Happy Retirement
Whether you’re still planning or already retired, these research-based insights point the way to your best post-work life.
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7 Retirement Planning Trends: What They Mean for You in 2026
From government shutdowns to market swings, the past 12 months have been nothing if not eventful. The key trends can help you improve your own financial plan.
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What Defines Wealth? A Christmas Tale of Legacy vs Possession
The tale of Good King Wenceslas shows that true wealth is built through generosity, relationships and the courage to act kindly no matter what.
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Alexandra Svokos
Digital Managing Editor
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Karee Venema
Senior Investing Editor
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Kelley R. Taylor
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Alexandra Twin
Senior Retirement Editor
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David Dittman
Investing Editor
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Ellen Kennedy
Retirement Editor
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Carla Ayers
Personal Finance Editor
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Donna LeValley
Retirement Writer
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Kate Schubel
Tax Writer
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Sean Jackson
Personal Finance Writer
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Donna Fuscaldo
Retirement Writer
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Rachael Green
Personal Finance Writer
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Ben Demers
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Dan Burrows
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State TaxIs Unemployment Taxable? A State-by-State Guide
The federal government taxes unemployment benefits. But is unemployment taxable in your state?
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The Retirement Income Trinity: Cash Flow, Longevity and Tax
Retirement income planning is essential for your peace of mind — it can help you maintain your lifestyle and ease your worries that you'll run out of money.
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Is a Cash Balance Plan Your Key to a Wealthy Retirement?
Cash balance plans have plenty of benefits for small-business owners. For starters, they can supercharge retirement savings and slash taxes. Should you opt in?
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Gift Tax5 Types of Gifts the IRS Won’t Tax: Even If They’re Big
Several categories of gifts don’t count toward annual gift tax limits. Here's what you need to know.
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Retirement SavingsRoth 401(k) Changes: What You Should Know for 2025 and 2026
Key changes to Roth 401(k) account rules may affect your tax planning and retirement savings.
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Tax SmartNot All Early Retirement Account Withdrawals Come with a Penalty
Early withdrawal penalties of 10% typically apply to IRA and 401(k) distributions, but there are exceptions.
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What Types of Car Insurance Do You Need?
These 11 types of car insurance can help cover everything from minor repairs to buying a new car. But which types do you really need?
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Premium Rewards Cards: More Perks, Higher Fees
Some issuers are hiking the annual fee on their flagship luxury credit cards by hundreds of dollars. Are they still worth using?
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3 Trips to Escape the Winter Doldrums, Including An Epic Cruise
Three winter vacation ideas to suit different types of travelers.
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4 Financially Savvy Things to Do with Unwanted Gifts
Don't send that unwanted gift to the landfill. Find a way to squeeze out some of its cash value instead.
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With the Fed Rate Cut, Should You Sell Your House Now or Wait?
Interest rates are starting to come down as the Federal Reserve shifts course. Is it time to think about selling your house?
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Find the Best 30-Year Mortgage Rates
Here are some of the best 30-year mortgage rates today as they've started slowly going down.
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Economic OutlooksKiplinger Housing Outlook: A Critical Turning Point in 2026
The housing market is in the doldrums, but subtle shifts are finally on the way.
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Rising Home Prices and Mortgage Rates Can Make This Insurance More Relevant
It's been hard to avoid private mortgage insurance in an era of rising home prices and higher mortgage rates.
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Making Your Money Last15 Reasons You'll Regret an RV in Retirement
Here's why you might regret an RV in retirement. RV-savvy retirees talk about the downsides of spending retirement in a motorhome, travel trailer, fifth wheel, or other recreational vehicle.
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How to Get Access to Airport Lounges
Want a break from the hustle and bustle of airport traffic? Here are ways to get access to airport lounges.
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3 Trips to Escape the Winter Doldrums, Including An Epic Cruise
Three winter vacation ideas to suit different types of travelers.
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I'm 73 and dread winter, but I can't afford to be a snowbird.
How can a snowbird wannabe warm up without the expense? We asked professional wealth planners for advice.
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TravelThe 10 Safest Countries to Visit
Check out where to travel safely before you book international travel.
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Hilton Honors Card Bonus Offer Worth up to $930
Earn 155,000 Hilton Honors bonus points with the American Express Surpass Card.
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Economic OutlooksKiplinger Housing Outlook: A Critical Turning Point in 2026
The housing market is in the doldrums, but subtle shifts are finally on the way.
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ForecastsExports have held up reasonably well despite tariff disputes
Kiplinger's latest forecast on trade: U.S. exports, imports and our net trade deficit.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Retail Outlook: Consumer Spending Surprisingly Strong
E-commerce sales jumped again in October, but in-store sales benefited, as well.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Inflation Outlook: Surprise Drop in Inflation May Not Last
The unexpected decline in November inflation from 3.0% to 2.7% may have been partly the result of a shortened survey period.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Jobs Outlook: Hiring Continuing at Reduced Levels
Kiplinger's monthly jobs round-up covers the latest changes in the labor market, from job gains to wage fluctuations.
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ForecastsKiplinger Interest Rates Outlook: Cuts Expected to Continue
Kiplinger's experts forecast what's happening and what's next for interest rates and the Federal Reserve.
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The Kiplinger LetterWhat to Expect from the Global Economy in 2026
Economic growth across the globe will be highly uneven, with some major economies accelerating while others hit the brakes.
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3 Trips to Escape the Winter Doldrums, Including An Epic Cruise
Three winter vacation ideas to suit different types of travelers.
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15 Reasons You'll Regret an RV in Retirement
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To Build Client Relationships That Last, Embrace Simplicity
As more automation becomes the norm, you can distinguish yourself as a financial professional by using technology wisely and prioritizing personal touches.
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Client Demand Is Forcing Advisers to Specialize: How to Deliver
The complexity of wealthy clients' needs — combined with AI and consumer demand — suggests the future of financial planning belongs to specialized experts.
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How to Get Access to Airport Lounges
Want a break from the hustle and bustle of airport traffic? Here are ways to get access to airport lounges.
