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Investing
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Stock Market Today: Dow Closes Higher as Salesforce Pops
Salesforce was the best Dow Jones stock today on news ValueAct Capital increased its stake in the SaaS firm.
By Karee Venema Published
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Qualified Dividends vs Ordinary Dividends: What To Know
dividend stocks What are qualified dividends vs ordinary dividends? Here's how to determine which is which, and what that means for you.
By Charles Lewis Sizemore, CFA Last updated
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Microsoft AI Startup Deal Investigated by FTC: What To Know
The FTC is questioning whether Microsoft's agreement with Inflection AI was structured to avoid an antitrust review. Here's what you need to know.
By Joey Solitro Published
Personal Finance
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NYC Congestion Pricing Is On Hold. What It Means For You
The NYC congestion pricing plan is on indefinite hold and will not take effect on June 30, following a U-turn from NY's Governor.
By Donna LeValley Published
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Earn Delta SkyMiles Worth up to $1,140
Delta SkyMiles and American Express provide welcome offers worth up to 95,000 SkyMiles on 3 personal credit cards.
By Ellen Kennedy Last updated
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How to Help Your Children Buy a Home
If you want to help your children buy a home your options range from family loans to outright gifts to help your children buy a home.
By Emma Patch Last updated
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Taxes
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Capital Gains Tax Explained: What It Is and How Much You Pay
Capital Gains Tax It's important to understand what capital gains tax is and how it's calculated, and what tax rates apply.
By Orla O'Connor Last updated
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Why the Attack on 1031 Exchanges Is Likely to Fail (Again)
President Biden proposed the same cap on capital gains taxes last year, and it went nowhere. This year will probably be the same, but just in case, here’s what you can do.
By Daniel Goodwin Published
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What's Happening With Biden Student Loan Forgiveness?
Student Loans The Biden administration has cancelled billions in student loan debt through various programs and initiatives.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
Kiplinger Advisor Collective
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Seven Essential Steps to Valuing a Company: Insights from the Hospitality Industry
Valuing a company comprehensively involves a detailed, step-by-step approach that encompasses both quantitative analysis and qualitative insights.
By Stephen Nalley Published
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Nine Reasons Why Financial Advisers Should Sharpen Their 'Soft Skills'
In the financial world, it’s not just about knowing your numbers.
By Kiplinger Advisor Collective Published
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Strategic Asset Allocation: Building Wealth With Precision
Certain mindsets are beneficial as you work toward creating wealth that allows the lifestyle you envision.
By Justin Donald Published
Retirement
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How Finances Are Split In a Gray Divorce
Navigating how finances are split in a gray divorce? Divvying up assets accumulated over many years of marriage can be complicated.
By Ella Vincent Published
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Retirees: Make Your Money Last with Stable Income Strategies
To avoid running out of money in retirement, you need to be able to generate reliable income — without relying on Social Security. Passive income is the key.
By Joel V. Russo, LUTCF Published
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How to Overcome Identity Loss in Retirement
Identity loss in retirement happens often, and it's not unusual to mourn the person you were before.
By Jacob Schroeder Last updated
Economic Forecasts
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Kiplinger Housing Outlook: Tight Market Pushes Prices Higher
Economic Forecasts Residential construction rebounded in April amid low inventories, but it remains a seller’s market.
By Rodrigo Sermeño Last updated
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The Fight Against Cancer Enters a New Phase
The Kiplinger Letter Breakthrough treatments hold promise for patients and investors.
By Matthew Housiaux Published
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Kiplinger Retail Outlook: Consumer Spending Loses Momentum
Economic Forecasts Retail sales rebounded only halfway from January’s snowstorm slowdown.
By David Payne Last updated
Economic Forecasts