FORGOTTEN HISTORY: 13 - Caught on Camera

Trump’s Trade War Targets Your Groceries

A trade spat is unraveling with the United States' top trading partners, and it will likely affect you.

Kiplinger · Mar 4, 2025

The Social Security Fairness Act and Your Taxes: Are You Prepared?

To maximize Social Security Fairness Act benefits, retirees will have to minimize unexpected tax burdens.

Kiplinger · Mar 4, 2025

How to Invest Like the Rich (and Pay Zero Taxes on Gains)

The wealthy favor private equity and credit (and private placement life insurance) for higher returns with no taxes. If you're worth $1 million, you can, too.

Kiplinger · Mar 2, 2025

How Confident Are You in Your Retirement Plan? Find Out With This Quiz

On a scale of 1 to 10, how confident are you in your retirement plan? This quick quiz will help you find out if it's on track, or whether it needs more work.

Kiplinger · Feb 26, 2025

Seven Ways to Reduce Taxes on Social Security Benefits in 2025

Minimizing taxes on Social Security is an essential consideration for many retirees.

Kiplinger · Feb 23, 2025

How to Avoid These Five Costly Tax Mistakes That Many Retirees Make

Making incorrect assumptions about tax brackets, tax-loss harvesting, charitable giving, estate taxes and more can cost you big-time in retirement.

Kiplinger · Feb 22, 2025

Three Reasons It May Be Time for an Annuity 'Refresh'

Because of higher interest rates, inflation and newer annuity products, you could get a better deal today. Don't wait, though: Interest rates could start falling.

Kiplinger · Feb 16, 2025

Are You a 'Midwestern Millionaire'? Four Retirement Strategies

Midwestern Millionaires might not live in the Midwest, but they share a saver's mindset. These strategies are for those who have saved $1 million or more.

Kiplinger · Feb 14, 2025

Listed: Three Fabulous Homes to Retire in Portugal

See three fabulous real estate listings of homes in Portugal for a vibrant retirement, as part of Kiplinger's "Listed" series.

Kiplinger · Feb 12, 2025

Three Ways to Plan Now for a Social Security Shortfall Later

The outlook for Social Security is gloomy, but you can save now to protect against benefit cuts later. If the cuts don't happen, you'll still be better off.

Kiplinger · Feb 9, 2025