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Don’t wait until you’re ready to retire to figure out your best strategy for claiming Social Security benefits. Looking into options well in advance makes…

It’s smart to budget for inflation. But if you’re overly conservative, you may be setting yourself up for a less fun retirement or years longer…

Stores are open Thanksgiving Day, but don’t expect bargains on many of the hottest holiday toys during Black Friday sales.

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Caregiving for an elderly parent or relative is especially hard for the nation’s seven million long-distance caregivers.

Amazon.com (AMZN) has brought pain and misery to numerous companies since its founding in 1994. This well-documented phenomenon really picked up the pace over the…

You may be able to postpone taking your first required distribution from an IRA until the following year, but that can trigger a bigger tax…

Some financial advisers are missing the boat when it comes to helping women with their money. Here are some ways they’re coming up short, and…

Investors who can keep their focus on the long term when others get distracted (and distressed) by short-term drama should see their patience rewarded down…

An Individual Retirement Account (IRA) is a tax-advantaged home for your retirement investments. Spared annual interruptions by the IRS to collect taxes on your earnings,…

Dividend growth stocks have obvious appeal. After all, dividend investing is based on buying and holding a stock for the payouts. So if a company…

The warehouse club is promising big Black Friday sales on top of its members-only prices.

These four picks are well suited for many income investors including retirees.

Some savers can contribute more to their retirement nest eggs in 2018.

Kiplinger’s latest forecast on interest rates

Worried about taxes and making your money last through retirement? A qualified longevity annuity contract (QLAC) could be a possibility to consider.

One often-overlooked way to magnify your magnanimous charitable donation is to consider gifting an unneeded life insurance policy. Your gift can also come with some…

Index funds are a great way for investors of all skill levels to build or enhance their portfolios. These days, with investors being increasingly cost-conscious, low-cost…

As you sit there mulling a retirement in the South, approximately 1,000 people are already on their way to Florida today with all their household…

With the exception of some large foreign firms, investors should generally avoid stocks that trade over-the-counter.

Some of the biggest Black Friday and Thanksgiving savings on Amazon.com are on Amazon products.

Christmas comes four times a year if you’re a fan of Warren Buffett. Thanks to regulatory requirements, acolytes get a peek at what stocks the…

The death of a spouse has wide-ranging financial ramifications. Here are eight moves you could make right now to help ease some future burdens on…

The holidays are upon us, which can mean more time with family. If you are like me, visions of family fun, laughter and joy are…

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With Congress attempting the most sweeping overhaul of the nation’s tax laws in a generation, this could be your final chance to take advantage of…

Retailers will add hundreds of thousands of seasonal workers for the holidays. How to find a job–and possibly turn it into a permanent position.

Did you know that standard homeowner policies don’t cover flooding from heavy rains? And that people who don’t live in flood zones file water-damage claims…

Focusing on those three basic concepts will keep you out of trouble, even if you’re in the “retirement red zone.”

The Dividend Aristocrats are companies in the Standard & Poor’s 500-stock index that have hiked their dividends every year for at least 25 consecutive years.…

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Nothing illustrates the magic power of compounding like the Rule of 72, which estimates the number of years required to double your money.

A decade is a long time. But it’s even longer when it comes to tech stocks, where developments come fast and furious. Think back 10 years…

Some cities in the Sunshine State are better suited for retirees than others.

Modern-day asset allocation is a lot trickier than the traditional rule of thumb that so many people go by.

Even if you think you have your plan all nailed down, complete with detailed spreadsheets and an inflation buffer, there may be something you’re missing.

The past few years have not been kind to retail stocks, with the ascension of Amazon.com (AMZN) coming at the expense of numerous brick-and-mortar stores.…

Ways to cut your costs and turn a profit on your property.

Ford, Kia and Cadillac make affordable alternatives to popular vehicles on the used-car market.

Service members who joined armed forces in recent years must decide whether to stay in the military’s old retirement system or join the new one.…

To say utility stocks are less than interesting would be an understatement. Utilities are downright boring, trading almost like bonds because of their (usually) steady…

Annuities are a worthy option for savers looking to add an element of protection to their retirement strategy. The key: Work with an independent adviser…

Every decision has a consequence. From RMDs and taxes to passing on an inheritance, go step by step to make an informed choice.

Index funds have made Vanguard a 401(k) behemoth. A total of 33 Vanguard funds rank among the 100 largest funds in 401(k) assets, according to…

Have you checked in on your 401(k) plan lately? If you have, you may notice that your retirement savings have swollen in value, inflated by…

These mutual funds have the most assets under management in 401(k) workplace retirement plans.

Boston-based Fidelity is the second-biggest player in the 401(k) space, managing 20 funds that rank among the largest mutual funds in 401(k) assets, according to…

Many actively managed funds saddle investors with high fees and mediocre returns. But if your 401(k) plan includes T. Rowe Price funds, you’re in luck.…

You may not be familiar with Capital Group, but the Los Angeles-based firm runs American Funds, which has a gigantic presence in 401(k) plans. Out…

Nvidia’s stock has rallied for years on AI and cloud computing, but Thursday’s Q3 earnings report is an important test.

The best dividend funds for retirement will have a combination of high yields, low expenses and a solid performance history. In other words, the search for…

Strategies to help you build a fat, comfortable nest egg.

Keys to helping your portfolio survive a downturn.

Health savings accounts provide a triple tax break to consumers. Contribution limits are going up slightly in 2018, but so are deductibles for eligible policies.

Doom and gloom sells. It’s easy to tap into people’s deepest fears and cry “the sky is falling.” And sadly, we’ve seen a lot of…

Too many people go about building their retirement plan backward. They get caught up in the investment part of the plan first and figure they’ll…

Kiplinger readers share the financial guidance that has served them best over the years.

In a time of great need across the country, Kiplinger steps up to offer the best financial advice we can.

Consumers seeking to do business only with ethical companies should ask these questions.

Competition from online merchants forces stores to cut prices and expand offerings.

In a few months, you’ll likely be inundated with posts, articles and videos about how you can make 2018 the best year yet. But why…

The Dividend Aristocrats – members of the Standard & Poor’s 500-stock index that have increased their annual dividend payments for 25 years or longer -…

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To protect your investment portfolio, it’s important to understand the different kinds of risks you’re facing.

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U.S. investors should take note of the rally as Prime Minister Abe’s economic policies take hold.

Our comprehensive guide to taxes on retirement income, property and purchases, as well as special tax breaks for seniors, in every state, updated for 2017

This professional can sort through your care options or sort out medical or insurance snafus.

Whether you do your shopping in stores or online, use our tips to save money this gift-giving season.

Strategies to move forward, get ahead, and make more money.

Taxpayers can benefit by maximizing itemized deductions this year.

But you don’t have to wait for Congress to act to open a tax-advantaged plan to save for an unborn child or grandchild’s college education.