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MORE WORKERS ARE GOING OUT ON THEIR OWN
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MORE WORKERS ARE GOING OUT ON THEIR OWN

A recession could accelerate the pandemic trend of employees becoming entrepreneurs.

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December 2022
LEARNING TO LIVE WITH THE BEAR
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LEARNING TO LIVE WITH THE BEAR

Stocks could bounce around for a while as the market digests losses and seeks clear direction.

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December 2022
 A strong dollar's pros and cons
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A strong dollar's pros and cons

A rising greenback benefits U.S. travelers and could slow inflation, but multinational firms may suffer.

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November 2022
Good Reasons to Resist BNPL
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Good Reasons to Resist BNPL

Propelled by inflation and the pandemic-driven convenience of online shopping, buy now, pay later (BNPL) services have become as commonplace as hand sanitizer in a shop entryway.

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November 2022
IS A CCRC RIGHT FOR YOU?
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IS A CCRC RIGHT FOR YOU?

Continuing-care retirement communities provide a range of amenities and health care when you need it-at a hefty cost.

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November 2022
Choose the Right Medicare Plan
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Choose the Right Medicare Plan

Before signing up for original Medicare or Medicare Advantage, understand the trade-offs.

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November 2022
ETF SPOTLIGHT, New Single-Stock ETFs Come With Plenty of Risk
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ETF SPOTLIGHT, New Single-Stock ETFs Come With Plenty of Risk

The exchange-traded fund industry is nothing if not innovative.

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November 2022
How to Invest for a Strong Dollar U.S. stocks are a good bet-but you have to choose carefully.
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How to Invest for a Strong Dollar U.S. stocks are a good bet-but you have to choose carefully.

Among the many chal-lenges confronting investors in 2022 is the dizzying rise of the U.S. dollar. From the start of the year through September 9, the Dollar Index (DXY) surged 14%, reaching its highest level in 20 years.

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November 2022
Bond Funds Turbocharge Payouts
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Bond Funds Turbocharge Payouts

The typical short-term taxable bond fund has lost a hard-toswallow 4% to 6% this year through September 9. Fast-climbing interest rates exacted this heavy cost, usurping two years or more of yield.

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November 2022
INVESTING, KIPLINGER ESG 20 UPDATE PUT YOUR MONEY WHERE YOUR VALUES ARE
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INVESTING, KIPLINGER ESG 20 UPDATE PUT YOUR MONEY WHERE YOUR VALUES ARE

Some of our picks with an environmental, social or governance focus have been bitten by the bear market, but the stocks and funds on our list remain solid choices.

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November 2022
GREEN HOUSES SAVE ON ENERGY-AND ON TAXES
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GREEN HOUSES SAVE ON ENERGY-AND ON TAXES

Recently enacted legislation provides a host of tax breaks for energy-efficient home improvements.

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November 2022
BRIEFING INFORMATION ABOUT THE MARKETS AND YOUR MONEY.
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BRIEFING INFORMATION ABOUT THE MARKETS AND YOUR MONEY.

THE ROCKY ROAD TO STUDENT DEBT FORGIVENESS

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November 2022
How to Play a Shifting Economy
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How to Play a Shifting Economy

These companies stand to gain as businesses move operations closer to home and focus on productivity.

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October 2022
Bonds Surprise With a Summer Rally
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Bonds Surprise With a Summer Rally

In the past 60 days, the consumer price index topped 9% before settling back a bit, the Federal Reserve raised short-term interest rates three-fourths of a percentage point with promises of further hikes, apartment rents kept soaring at double-digit rates, and much more.

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October 2022
Promising New ETFs
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Promising New ETFs

These two sustainable funds target ocean health and green-energy commodities.

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October 2022
THE LOWDOWN ON I BONDS
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THE LOWDOWN ON I BONDS

Inflation has made Series I savings bonds enormously popular with risk-averse investors. Here are some answers to your questions.

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October 2022
A GIFT THAT KEEPS ON GIVING
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A GIFT THAT KEEPS ON GIVING

A donor-advised fund is a tax-efficient investment that can make a difference.

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October 2022
THE CLIMATE BILL AND YOUR MONEY
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THE CLIMATE BILL AND YOUR MONEY

Seniors will pay less for prescription drugs, and tax breaks could boost sales of electric vehicles.

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October 2022
RANKING THE ONLINE BROKERS
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RANKING THE ONLINE BROKERS

Use our survey to compare investment offerings, tools, apps, advice and more to find the best broker for you.

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October 2022
How to Shop for a Low Mortgage Rate
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How to Shop for a Low Mortgage Rate

Rates are higher this year, but you can still find an affordable loan.

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October 2022
Recession Indicators to keep an Eye On
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Recession Indicators to keep an Eye On

While Wall Street debates the health of the economy, we tell you what the current downturn means for the market.

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October 2022
Sanctuary for a Complex Breed
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Sanctuary for a Complex Breed

A dog lover uses her property to give abandoned senior border collies a home and end-of-life care.

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October 2022
PROTECT YOUR RETIREMENT INCOME FROM INFLATION
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PROTECT YOUR RETIREMENT INCOME FROM INFLATION

Costs are rising, and the market is bearish, but that doesn't have to jeopardize your long-term security.

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October 2022
PRICES ARE HIGHER EVERYWHERE
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PRICES ARE HIGHER EVERYWHERE

With inflation at a 40-year high, households are paying a lot more for groceries and gas.

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September 2022
FASHIONABLE PICKS: Apparel Stocks With Less Guilt
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FASHIONABLE PICKS: Apparel Stocks With Less Guilt

The industry is no standout on environmental, social and governance issues. These stocks buck the trend.

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September 2022
Dip Back Into the Bond Market
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Dip Back Into the Bond Market

In the wake of sizable losses, yields have risen to attractive levels for income-starved investors.

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September 2022
THE KIPLINGER ETF 20 Navigating Rough Seas
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THE KIPLINGER ETF 20 Navigating Rough Seas

We help you chart a course through this choppy environment with our favorite exchange-traded funds.

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September 2022
How to Invest for a Recession
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How to Invest for a Recession

A sharp decline in the stock market is often an indicator of an impending recession-that is, a temporary period of economic decline. With the S&P 500 index falling 1,000 points, or about one-fifth, from January through June, a consensus is emerging that a recession is coming, perhaps next year.

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September 2022
GREAT DEALS ON FAMILY-FRIENDLY TRIPS
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GREAT DEALS ON FAMILY-FRIENDLY TRIPS

From camping excursions to cruises to tropical adventures, these vacation ideas are perfect for the entire family or a special treat for just you and the grandkids.

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September 2022
What to Do With Your Former Employer's 401(k)
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What to Do With Your Former Employer's 401(k)

You have several options, each with pros and cons.

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September 2022