Kiplinger's Personal Finance

Written to help you do a better job of managing your personal and family financial affairs and to help you get more for your money. You get ideas on saving, investing, cutting taxes, making major purchases, advancing your career, buying a home, paying for education, health care and travel, plus much, much more. Special issues cover the latest information about car buying (December) and Mutual Funds (March and September).

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NEW RULES ARE SHAKING UP THE RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE MARKET • Buyers and sellers have more room to negotiate commissions, and that could reduce home prices over the long run.

HOW TO STEP CONFIDENTLY INTO YOUR LIFE AFTER RETIREMENT • Creating a new identity and developing relationships are key to making the transition.

ELECTION 2024: WHERE THE CANDIDATES STAND ON TAXES • Kamala Harris and Donald Trump propose a range of tax breaks for parents, home buyers and retirees.

TIME IS RUNNING OUT

Briefing • INFORMATION ABOUT THE MARKETS AND YOUR MONEY

NO MORE NEW PAPER I BONDS

INVESTING AT EVERY STAGE OF LIFE • Use our guide to make the right portfolio decisions, no matter your age.

A Cash Cushion Is a Must at Every Age

ELECTION 2024: POLITICS AND YOUR PORTFOLIO • Who wins the White House matters—but only at the margins when it comes to your investments.

OUR ESG PICKS ARE THRIVING • Despite an ongoing backlash, our favorite stocks and funds focused on environmental, social and corporate governance issues had a good year overall.

VALUES INVESTING

Let the Good Times Roll On

WE CHECK IN ON EMERGING MARKETS

LIKE THE ETF? CHECK OUT THE CHEAPER CLONE

Keep Faith in These Stocks

A TURNAROUND FOR REAL ESTATE?

YOUR GUIDE TO OPEN ENROLLMENT • With health care costs on the rise, it’s critical to select a plan that fits your needs at the right price.

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT AFFORDABLE CARE ACT PLANS

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF WORKPLACE PERKS

MONEY MANNERS FOR THE MODERN AGE • The customs for splitting a restaurant check, purchasing a wedding gift, tipping and more have evolved. These guidelines can help.

WHEN TO GET FINANCIAL HELP FROM A PRO

Tips for Financing Big Purchases

CHOOSE A MEDICARE PLAN THAT’S RIGHT FOR YOU • Consider your health care needs over the long term as you weigh costs and coverage.

COVERAGE FOR VETERANS AND FEDERAL GOVERNMENT RETIREES

BREAKING UP WITH YOUR BROKER • Be aware of these challenges when you move your money to a new home.

Navigating Finances as a Blended Family • Money matters can get complicated when two families unite. Planning is key.

DO YOU NEED UMBRELLA INSURANCE? • A policy can protect you from financially devastating events.

Inspire a love of reading

MAXIMIZE YOUR CREDIT CARD REWARDS • Your cash back, points or miles may be worth hundreds—or even thousands—of dollars each year, if you know the best ways to earn and use them.

DON’T OVERLOOK THESE EXTRAS

MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF DISABLED VETERANS • He suffered grave injuries in the line of duty. Now he helps other veterans who have disabilities.