In this issue

HOW TO MAKE A MILLION (OR MORE!) Some reach the million-dollar milestone by saving and smart investing, others by parlaying a great idea into a thriving business. We share the stories of people who succeeded by being passionate, patient and persistent—and by having a clear vision of what their wealth could achieve. PLUS: How you can make a million by saving, starting a business, investing in real estate and more.

THE KIPLINGER 25 FUNDS: A WELL-TENDED FUND PORTFOLIO Our annual update of our favorite no-load mutual funds and how they fared over the past year. PLUS: Portfolios to reach your goals, and a new fund joins the Kip 25.

ID THEFT Identity thieves are more skilled at their nefarious craft than ever. We tell you how to prevent tax and medical ID theft, credit and debit card fraud, and phishing. PLUS: How to protect yourself by freezing your accounts.

Shareholders Are Shaking Things Up

Hot-button issues this year include climate change and board diversity.

2 mins

Get A Head Start On College Savings

The morning after my husband, Tom, and I learned that I was pregnant, I found him quietly tapping and clicking on his laptop. If I weren’t already sure that we were a match made in personal finance heaven, that moment would have confirmed it: He was looking up projected college costs a couple of decades down the road.

2 mins

The Long-term Allure Of Dividends

These are heady days for dividend lovers. Dozens of companies with excellent track records are providing investors with annual payouts that exceed yields on five- and even 10-year Treasury bonds. Yes, Treasuries may be safer, but dividends tend to rise over time. Plus, when your T-bond matures, you simply get back its original face value—unlike stocks, which can appreciate.

5 mins

How To Make A Million (Or More!)

What these success stories have in common is passion and persistence and a vision for what their wealth can achieve.

10 mins

ID Theft

Act now to protect yourself.

10+ mins

The Kiplinger 25 Funds: A Well-Tended Fund Portfolio

Our favorite actively managed funds include picks for all seasons.

10+ mins

Invest Like Buffett

These companies have the hallmarks that Warren would love.

7 mins

How To Break Up With Your Stock

You've had some good times ogether. You’ve had some bad times. Now you have to decide if it’s time for your stock to start seeing other people. Selling isn’t easy, especially if you’ve been together for a long time.

3 mins

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