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Kiplinger's Personal Finance
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 min |
May 2019
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
Invest Like Buffett
These companies have the hallmarks that Warren would love.
7 min |
May 2019
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
Money Advice For Generation X
This often-overlooked demographic got a late start on saving and endured the Great Recession, but most are on the road to recovery.
8 min |
February 2019
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
The Traveler's Guide To Home Sharing
Whether you’re new to short-term rentals or an old hand, you can improve your experience by following these tips.
10+ min |
February 2019
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
Time To Invest In Cannabis Stock?
Some investors are high on these stocks. But the prospects for cannabis companies are hazy.
5 min |
February 2019
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
Trade-War Threats Weigh On The Market
A tilt toward domestic-focused stocks makes sense for most investors.
2 min |
September 2018
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
Don't Fall Into The Diversification Trap
Most investors know the importance of diversification, more colloquially known as not putting all of your eggs in one basket.
2 min |
September 2018
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
50 Quick & Easy Money Tips
The end of summer, when job and school routines kick back in, is a great time to kick your financial life into gear, too. We’ve made it easy with our roster of quick financial tips designed to save you money, get you on track to reach a goal or simplify your life. The suggestions run the gamut from automating investments to setting up a budget to thwarting identity thieves. Each tip will take only 15 or 30 or—max—60 minutes.
10+ min |
September 2018
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
Credit Scores: Don't Sweat Small Dips
Credit Scores: Don't Sweat Small Dips.
3 min |
September 2018
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
Value Takes On Growth
Investors have shunned bargain-priced stocks in favor of fast growers for years. Is value due for a comeback?
5 min |
September 2018
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
A Sector Redo Shuffles Stocks
Some of the market’s biggest names are on the move, dealing a new hand to index funds that invest in these corners of the market.
2 min |
September 2018
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
Tips To Keep Peace among your heirs
Use our guide to save on taxes, avoid probate and keep peace among your heirs.
10+ min |
December 2018
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
The Best Way To Buy A Used Car
Most used car shoppers will find plenty of bargains in 2018. A record number of vehicles are coming off lease, increasing dealer supply and lowering prices—or at least keeping them flat.
3 min |
May 2018
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
Why I Paid A Premium For Costco
I owned shares in COSTCO (SYMBOL COST, $186) in the early 1990s thanks to its merger with Price Co., a San Diego, Calif., warehouse store in which I held shares.
3 min |
May 2018
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
Build An Income Ladder
Use these four portfolios as a guide to harness higher interest rates.
3 min |
May 2018
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
Home Buyers Face Tough Competition
To win in a hot market, take advantage of tech to find homes as soon as they are listed.
2 min |
September 2017
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
How To Make A Million
A record number of people have reached the seven-figure O milestone. Follow our five strategies to join them.
10+ min |
September 2017
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
I Thwarted ID Thieves
After they stole my name, I switched into high gear to prevent them from hijacking my sterling credit history.
6 min |
September 2017
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
Smart Moves To Focus On Family
THEN: Raffi and Elaine Boloyan first appeared in the April 2006 issue of Kiplinger’s, shortly after Elaine had left her job in human resources to be a stay-at-home mom. At the time, Ava was 2 and Roman was 5 months.
2 min |
September 2017
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
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 min |
December 2018
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
Kiplinger Dividend 15: Our Top Dividend Picks
The Dividend 15 celebrates its first birthday with just one change.
7 min |
December 2018
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
Airline Fees Gain Altitude
Think you’re getting a low fare? Add up the extras before you buy.
1 min |
December 2018
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
A Way To Thank Them For Their Service
Her care packages let deployed service members know they are appreciated.
2 min |
December 2018
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
The Perks Of Off-Season Travel
You can save money and avoid the crowds by visiting popular vacation spots at unpopular times.
10 min |
June 2019
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
The Right Way To Think About Bonds
Speculating on the direction of interest rates is a popular sport in the bond market.
5 min |
July 2019
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
Making It In The Gig Economy
Whether you’re earning extra money or working full time, you’ll need to adopt new financial strategies.
9 min |
July 2019
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
The Softer Side Of The IRS
The national taxpayer advocate gives frustrated taxpayers a voice.
4 min |
July 2019
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
Investing Outlook Where To Put Your Money Now
One-third of the way into 2019, the U.S. stock market looked more resilient than ever. The bull had snapped back from a devastating correction like a bovine half its age.
10+ min |
July 2019
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
It's Not Too Late To Get Away And Save
You can still find plenty of deals on end-of-summer or fall vacations.
2 min |
July 2019
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
Worried About The Stock Market?
Our five strategies will help lock in gains and minimize losses.
2 min |