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Time Is Running Out on Social Security Benefits
SOCIAL SECURITY PAYMENTS WILL BE CUT automatically in just eight years unless Congress acts to revamp the program's financing.
4 min |
September 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
What’s a Decent ROI on Retirement Time?
IN DOING THE HARD WORK OF WRITING THIS column, I came to frame its evolving concept as: “French Cinema vs. the Trailer Park Boys.” The idea popped into my head during a conversation with my wife, Pam, about how much sense it makes to “invest” in certain activities in semi-retirement.
2 min |
September 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
DEALS! DEALS! DEALS!
We have ideas that will help you keep more money in your pocket, from bargain stocks to discounted groceries to summer-vacation savings.
10+ min |
August 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
To Downsize or Not to Downsize?
For some retirees, a bigger home is better.
5 min |
August 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
What to Do About the Dollar
IF you're like most investors, you have spent little or no time thinking about the dollar. Start worrying. Lately, the dollar has been dropping sharply in value against other currencies.
5 min |
August 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
RESIST THE CALL OF CALLABLE CDs
INTEREST rates on bank certificates of deposit are much higher than they were at the start of this decade. Even though the Federal Reserve has hiked its short-term federal funds rate 11 times since 2022, the average one-year CD yields 2%, according to Bankrate.com.
4 min |
August 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
Welcome to the Trading Range
I'LL reiterate my support this month for high-yield bonds and preferred stocks, and I advise readers to make peace with prices that in 2025 swing within a wider-than-usual range. What matters is that these outfits still pay promptly and in full. Buy-and-holders can go fishing, golfing or to the ballpark. And if you want to add to positions on dips, that works, too.
2 min |
August 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
GET A SALES TAX BREAK ON SCHOOL SUPPLIES— AND MORE
State sales tax holidays offer discounts on everything from backpacks to generators.
2 min |
August 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
CAN AI IMPROVE YOUR FINANCIAL LIFE?
ChatGPT and other artificial-intelligence tools will streamline certain tasks, but don't count on them to get everything right.
4 min |
August 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
LIVE LONG AND PROSPER
Breakthroughs that help us live longer, healthier lives can also create opportunities for investors.
10+ min |
August 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
Helping Your Kid Qualify for an Apartment? Proceed With Caution
If you co-sign or guarantee a lease, make sure you understand the risks.
4 min |
August 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
CHOOSE THE RIGHT RETIREMENT DESTINATION FOR YOU
Cost, culture and climate will all come into play.
10 min |
August 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
A MAJOR RATING AGENCY GIVES U.S. DEBT A DOWNGRADE
Strike three landed for Uncle Sam's credit rating in May, as Moody's became the third major rating agency to downgrade U.S. debt.
3 min |
August 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
THESE ETFs ARE ONE-STOP SHOPS
Multisector bond funds can pick and choose among a wide array of assets.
7 min |
August 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
A SEND-OFF FOR AN INVESTING ICON
As Warren Buffett prepares for retirement, we reflect on what we've learned from his 60 years of leadership at Berkshire Hathaway.
3 min |
August 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
THE FINANCIAL TALK THAT SPOUSES NEED TO HAVE
Women are poised to inherit significant wealth from their husbands. Here's how they can prepare for it.
2 min |
August 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
A NEW FUND FOR TAPPING PRIVATE MARKETS
But investors should be aware of a big caveat: limited withdrawals.
1 min |
August 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
BRINGING NEIGHBORS TOGETHER WITH BOOKS
Through a Little Free Library box, you can share a book you no longer need or take one you'd like to read.
2 min |
August 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
GUARD AGAINST THE NEW GENERATION OF FRAUD AND IDENTITY THEFT
Scams are getting more sophisticated and harder to spot. Stay ahead of them with our advice.
10+ min |
August 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
BENEFITS OF A TAXABLE BROKERAGE ACCOUNT
You can supplement your retirement nest egg or save for other goals.
2 min |
August 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
A GUIDE TO TAXES ON SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS
If the IRS is taking a cut, make sure you know how to cover the bill.
7 min |
July 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
YOUR DISASTER PREPARATION TOOLKIT
As severe weather events grow more intense and widespread, it's smart to set up safeguards for your home and your finances.
10 min |
July 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
Why Retirees Need a Budget
THE NEW WORLD OF RETIREMENT
3 min |
July 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
GETTING RID OF THE STUFF YOUR FAMILY DOESN'T WANT? HERE’S HOW TO SELL IT
If your children are taking a pass on furniture, collectibles or other items you no longer need, use these tips to cash in on them instead.
9 min |
July 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
STRENGTHENING THE FABRIC OF THEIR COMMUNITIES
This organization gives away sewing machines— and encourages the recipients to help others, too.
2 min |
July 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
HOW TO COMPLAIN AND GET RESULTS
It pays to be respectful, organized and persistent.
7 min |
July 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
New Twists on Giving Gifts to Kids
MONEY SMART WOMEN
3 min |
July 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
THINK TWICE BEFORE YOU TAP YOUR 401(K) EARLY
Penalty-free distributions have become more accessible, but they can be detrimental to your retirement security.
3 min |
July 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
ALL ABOUT MORTGAGE ESCROW
This account ensures that you pay your bills for home insurance and property taxes.
2 min |
July 2025
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
In Bonds We Absolutely Trust
INCOME INVESTING
2 min |