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How Much Cash You Really Need
There are a few conditions to determine how much cash you really need in case of an emergency.
By Ben Luthi Last updated
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Kiplinger Special Report: The Trade Gap Widens
Economic Forecasts Data for May show that trade likely detracted from U.S. GDP growth this spring.
By Rodrigo Sermeño Last updated
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20 Secrets to Shopping at Costco
Smart Buying Here's how to get the most out of your Costco membership.
By Andrea Browne Taylor Last updated
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Costco vs. Sam's Club: Which Warehouse Club Is Best for Your Wallet?
Smart Buying In comparing Costco vs. Sam's Club, which comes out ahead? We checked how they stack up in several areas including better return policy, and best store credit card. Here's what we found.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Can I Stop Social Security and Restart it Later? Get a Do-Over
Get a Social Security do-over. Learn how to stop and restart Social Security.
By Jacob Wolinsky Last updated
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11 Tips on How and When to File an Amended Tax Return
Tax Returns What to do if you discover a mistake on a previously filed tax return (and other reasons for filing an amended tax return).
By Rocky Mengle Last updated
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Powerball Jackpot Winner Will Get a Hefty Tax Bill
Lottery Taxes Whenever someone wins Powerball, the federal government gets a chunk of the prize from taxes.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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What is a Good Debt-to-Equity Ratio and How to Interpret The Number
A debt-to-equity ratio is a way to measure how solid a company's financial position is. Here, we take a closer look at what it is and how investors can use it.
By Coryanne Hicks Last updated
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How to Find the Best REIT ETFs
ETFs Investors can use the best REIT ETFs to gain exposure to the real estate market, and finding the right funds requires looking for a big asset tally and low expense ratio.
By Jeff Reeves Last updated
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How Much Life Insurance Do You Need?
insurance Instead of relying on rules of thumb, you’re better off taking a systematic approach to figuring your life insurance needs.
By Kimberly Lankford Last updated
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Project 2025 Tax Overhaul Blueprint: What You Need to Know
Tax Proposals Some people wonder what Project 2025 is and what it suggests for taxes.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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A Bunch of IRS Tax Deductions and Credits You Need to Know
Tax Breaks Lowering your taxable income is the key to paying less to the IRS. Several federal tax credits and deductions can help.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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South Carolina State Tax Guide
State Tax South Carolina state tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, fuel, cigarette and other taxes that impact residents.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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Midyear Tax Planning Strategies: Five Things to Do Now
Tax Planning Tax planning is most effective as a year-round strategy. Here’s what you should do now at midyear.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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United Airlines Card Launches $1,012 Limited-Time Offer
Get up to 90,000 bonus United Airlines miles (worth about $1,012) and lounge access when you sign up for a Chase credit card.
By Ellen Kennedy Last updated
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New Hampshire State Tax Guide
State Tax State tax rates and rules for income, sales, property, fuel, cigarette, and other taxes that impact New Hampshire residents.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Rent a Luxury Pool This Summer With Swimply — the Airbnb of Pools
With Swimply, you can live it up at a luxury pool while escaping the heat and going for a swim.
By Erin Bendig Published
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The Secret Credit Card for Amazon Prime Day Shopping
This "secret" credit card for Amazon Prime Day shopping can maximize your cash back rewards. Plus get a $300 bonus.
By Erin Bendig Published
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This Trust Can Protect Your Assets From Long-Term Care Costs
A Medicaid asset protection trust can help ensure your protected assets go to your beneficiaries rather than your long-term care, but it has to be set up properly.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC® Published
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When Is the Next Fed Meeting?
The FOMC is expected to stand pat on interest rates at the next Fed meeting.
By Dan Burrows Last updated
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The New 60/30/10 Budgeting Method Could Replace the Traditional 50/30/20 Rule
In today’s inflated economy, the 60/30/10 budgeting method could be a better option for your financial situation.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Amazon Outlet: Where to Get Hot (and Cheap) Overstock Deals Online
Amazon Prime Beyond the everyday offerings of Amazon Prime lies Amazon Outlet for bigger discounts.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Best High-Yield Savings Accounts
These are the top earning high-yield savings accounts available today.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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HSAs Can Reimburse You for Medicare Premiums Paid
Medicare Even if your Medicare premiums are automatically deducted from your Social Security check, you can take tax-free withdrawals from an HSA to reimburse yourself.
By Kimberly Lankford Last updated
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14 Nasdaq-100 ETFs and Mutual Funds to Buy
ETFs The QQQ is the best-known of the Nasdaq-100 ETFs that invests in the popular index. But several other funds are at your disposal, too.
By Kyle Woodley Last updated
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How Much Does Amazon Prime Cost (And Is It Worth It)?
Amazon Prime's cost shot up in 2022 and the price of ad-free Prime Video rose in January 2024. Are you still getting your money's worth?
By Bob Niedt Last updated
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What's My Social Security Full Retirement Age?
social security The year you were born determines when you become eligible for your Social Security full retirement age benefit. Use our calculator to determine your full retirement age.
By Jackie Stewart Last updated
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Four Steps to Secure Your Retirement Income
Instead of relying on selling stock to fund your retirement, consider these actions to safeguard your retirement income.
By Cosmo P. DeStefano Published
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The Best Options Trading Platforms
Among a sea of possibilities, here are some of the best options trading platforms out there right now.
By Jared Hoffmann Last updated