Nasdaq Sinks as Bond Yields Pressure Tech Stocks: Stock Market Today Uncertainty over the Middle East, inflation and the Fed has sent bond yields soaring — and created a big headache for tech stocks. Kiplinger · Aug 18
The Medicare Travel Readiness Quiz: What’s Covered at Home and Abroad? Out-of-state ER visit? Emergency in Europe? Find out what your Medicare plan actually covers before you take off. Kiplinger · Aug 18
This Tax-Smart Approach Turns Your Capital Gains Into Charitable Gains: How It Works Appreciated stock, IPO shares and other non-cash assets can be among the most powerful charitable gifts you can make — if you know how to donate them. Kiplinger · Aug 18
The '401(k)-Rich and Cash-Poor' Retirement Trap Maxing out a traditional 401(k) without cash reserves triggers tax spikes and market losses. Here's where and how to save cash for easy retirement withdrawals. Kiplinger · Aug 18
Worried Your Estate Plan Will Unravel When One of You Passes Away? Why a QTIP Trust Can Give Married Couples Peace of Mind How can married couples ensure non-taxable estates pass as intended and are protected from unwanted claims down the line? A QTIP trust can provide the answer. Kiplinger · Aug 18
How to Spot a Bad Landlord Before You Hand Over Your Hard-Earned Money What do you know about your landlord? Not much, I'll bet, and that could cost you. You can learn from this woman's interaction with a very bad landlord. Kiplinger · Aug 18
Stocks Struggle as Long-Term Yields Rise: Stock Market Today Fear of a Fed move to tighten monetary policy has receded, but market-based interest rates are still trending higher. Kiplinger · Aug 17
Five Questions About SpaceX’s Computer Chip Ambitions SpaceX plans to build the largest chip manufacturing facility in the world. Here are some key questions about Terafab. Kiplinger · Aug 17
Thinking About Moving Near the Grandkids? Ask Yourself These 3 Questions First Moving near the grandkids sounds like a retirement dream, but it can quickly become complicated. Ask these three crucial questions before you pack your bags. Kiplinger · Aug 17
For 3 Years, Markets Have Soared Ever Closer to the Sun: Is It Time to Protect Your Gains Before Their Wings Melt? Hooray for the market's double-digit growth three years in a row, but it could be time to check in on your risk tolerance. Kiplinger · Aug 17
Should You Upsize When College Tuition and Retirement Collide? With $4 million saved, a couple wants a bigger home for their teens before retiring in eight years. In this week's Wealth Wise advice column, advisers reveal why it’s risky — and smart alternatives. Kiplinger · Aug 17
Kiplinger Business Costs Special Report 2026 Fresh forecasts from Kiplinger's Letters team to help you plan ahead and prepare a budget for a range of business costs. Kiplinger · Aug 17
Today's 'Safe' Returns May Not Be Enough to Secure Your Retirement: Here's Why, According to a Financial Pro CDs and Treasuries are secure, but thanks to inflation they might not get you through retirement. You'll likely need some growth-focused investments, too. Kiplinger · Aug 17
3 Reasons Kiplinger Readers Prefer the Capital One Venture Rewards Card If you're looking for a travel card that offers flexible travel redemptions, ample perks and a lower annual fee, here's the favorite among Kiplinger readers. Kiplinger · Aug 17
Kiplinger · Aug 17 6 Timeless Money Lessons That Prove the Best Financial Advice Often Isn't the Newest While the world has evolved over the past 250 years, these financial principles from the founding fathers still offer a playbook for building wealth today.
Kiplinger · Aug 16 The 5 Pillars of a Fulfilling Retirement (and They Don't Include Savings, Healthcare Costs or Social Security) While a solid financial plan tells you if you can afford to retire, a "second checklist" focused on purpose, relationships and well-being is also important.
Kiplinger · Aug 16 Hitting Your Retirement Number Is Not Your Cue to Retire: You Still Have This Question to Answer Hitting your savings goal is worth celebrating, but you're not done with retirement planning. Next, ask yourself how you'll keep more of what you saved.
Kiplinger · Aug 16 Cash Flow vs Income: Why Retirees Need to Know the Difference Retirees often overpay their taxes because they mix up their cash flow, income and actual spending. Understanding the differences can help you stay in control.
Kiplinger · Aug 16 When Is a 1031 Exchange Not the Right Move? A Real Estate Investing Pro Offers a Reality Check for Your Next Exit Investors should look beyond the "automatic" tax deferral of a 1031 exchange and assess whether staying in the landlord game aligns with their long-term goals.
Kiplinger · Aug 15 My First $1 Million: Retired Oil Industry 'Gofer,' 73, Oklahoma "I lost a lot of money on bad stock decisions. Fortunately, I was lucky on my good decisions. I usually bought on dips."
Kiplinger · Aug 15 Thrive in Your First Year of Retirement As a record number of Americans turn 65, staying flexible — in your finances and your plans — will be key to achieving your best post-work life.
Kiplinger · Aug 15 Why 65 Is the Most Dangerous Number in Your Retirement Plan Life expectancy has risen sharply since 65 was set as the age to stop working. You might need to support yourself for 30 years or more. Here's how to prepare.
Kiplinger · Aug 15 Priced Out of the U.S. Housing Market? Some Buyers Are Finding Their First Home Abroad Some Americans priced out of the U.S. housing market are buying their first homes overseas. Here’s where they’re looking and the risks to consider.
Kiplinger · Aug 15 529 Plans Beat Trump Accounts for College Savings, But It Makes Sense to Have Both: Here's Why The government will put $1,000 into a Trump Account for eligible newborns. Take it, but remember that college savings will be better off in a 529 plan.
Kiplinger · Aug 15 7 Grocery Shopping Habits That Are Costing You Money We all need to eat. But if you have any of these seven grocery habits, you're wasting money.