In this issue

MONEY MOVES TO MAKE NOW You still have time to save money and improve your finances before the end of the year. We show you how to cut your taxes, boost your retirement savings and shore up your investments—and generally start 2019 in better financial shape.
PLUS: How to protect and enhance your credit.

ESTATE PLANNING: A FAMILY AFFAIR Leaving a legacy can be complicated, but we tell you how to update your estate plan, minimize taxes, avoid probate and make sure your heirs get all the money you want them to have.

Airline Fees Gain Altitude

Think you’re getting a low fare? Add up the extras before you buy.

1 min

A Way To Thank Them For Their Service

Her care packages let deployed service members know they are appreciated.

2 mins

6 Money Moves To Make Right Now

Take action before the end of the year to save money and improve your finances for 2019.

10+ mins

Tips To Keep Peace among your heirs

Use our guide to save on taxes, avoid probate and keep peace among your heirs.

10+ mins

A Money Smart Divorce

Whether your divorce is amicable or rancorous enough to inspire a country music song, it’s important to pay attention to taxes when dividing your assets.

7 mins

The Best Way To Invest With ESG In Mind

More funds are looking for companies that pay attention to environmental, social and corporate governance factors.

9 mins

Kiplinger Dividend 15: Our Top Dividend Picks

The Dividend 15 celebrates its first birthday with just one change.

7 mins

The Best List

WONDERING WHICH FUNDS ARE BEST TO SMOOTH OUT MARKET VOLATILITY AND FIGHT rising inflation, or which stocks to buy in an aging bull market? Looking for the credit card with the most-lucrative rewards or the cell-phone plan that offers the most bang for your buck? We’ve got you covered. Our staff compiled their top picks for stocks, mutual funds and exchange-traded funds for times like these; credit cards, banks, tax software and cell-phone plans for all types of users; tech that will protect you from identity thieves; and websites that will save you money on everything from prescription drugs to hotels.

10 mins

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