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THE RIGHT ROBO ADVISER FOR YOU
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THE RIGHT ROBO ADVISER FOR YOU

We guide you through a crowded field to find the best fit.

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February 2023
JOB HUNTERS HAVE A NEW NEGOTIATING TOOL
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JOB HUNTERS HAVE A NEW NEGOTIATING TOOL

More employers will be required to disclose salary ranges in job postings.

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February 2023
You can save more in 2023
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You can save more in 2023

Inflation has increased the cost of living. But it has also ratcheted up how much you can save in tax-advantaged accounts.

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December 2022
MORE WORKERS ARE GOING OUT ON THEIR OWN
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MORE WORKERS ARE GOING OUT ON THEIR OWN

A recession could accelerate the pandemic trend of employees becoming entrepreneurs.

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December 2022
FUEL WILL COST MORE THIS WINTER
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FUEL WILL COST MORE THIS WINTER

In early October, OPEC and its partners announced a plan to reduce oil exports. Faced with a potential global recession, the cartel and its allies said that later this year they will collectively sell 2 million fewer barrels per day to avoid supply getting out of whack with lower demand.

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December 2022
LEARNING TO LIVE WITH THE BEAR
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LEARNING TO LIVE WITH THE BEAR

Stocks could bounce around for a while as the market digests losses and seeks clear direction.

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December 2022
A Bond-Fund Manager to Watch
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A Bond-Fund Manager to Watch

INCOME INVESTING

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December 2022
Airline Stocks: Too Much Baggage
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Airline Stocks: Too Much Baggage

STREET SMART

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December 2022
SMOOTH YEAR-END MONEY MOVES
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SMOOTH YEAR-END MONEY MOVES

Follow these strategies to save money and shape up your personal finances. But act before New Year's Eve or you'll be late to the party.

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December 2022
Bespoke Portfolios Promise More Choice
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Bespoke Portfolios Promise More Choice

Tax efficiency is the primary goal for many new personalized index offerings, but they come with a lot of caveats.

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December 2022
Stock Buybacks Are Here to Stay
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Stock Buybacks Are Here to Stay

A new tax will barely dent a corporate buying spree. But be selective about investing in firms repurchasing shares.

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December 2022
Plan Your Holiday Tipping Strategy
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Plan Your Holiday Tipping Strategy

Tipping is a way to thank people who have provided a service all year. But how much? And who?

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December 2022
How to Navigate a Down Market
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How to Navigate a Down Market

If there were a prize for living through unprecedented events, millennials might win first place. Older millennials entered the job market during the Great Recession and have since experienced a devastating pandemic and a spike in inflation not seen in 40 years.

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December 2022
TURBOCHARGED TAX INCENTIVES FOR EVs
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TURBOCHARGED TAX INCENTIVES FOR EVs

The Inflation Reduction Act created new tax breaks for electric vehicles. Here's a guide to which vehicles count and the best time to buy.

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December 2022
Nibble at These Core Index Bargains
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Nibble at These Core Index Bargains

THE KIPLINGER ETF 20 UPDATE

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December 2022
The Right Focus Helps This Fund
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The Right Focus Helps This Fund

Health care services is a bright spot in a shaky sector.

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December 2022
How to Retire With No Regrets
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How to Retire With No Regrets

LIVING IN RETIREMENT

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December 2022
RETIRING EARLY? NAIL DOWN HEALTH INSURANCE
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RETIRING EARLY? NAIL DOWN HEALTH INSURANCE

If you're thinking about quitting before age 65, make sure you know your options for health care coverage.

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December 2022
Democracy's Civilian Force
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Democracy's Civilian Force

PAYING IT FORWARD | His group's mission: to promote American values around the globe.

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December 2022
Good Reasons to Review Your Estate Plan
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Good Reasons to Review Your Estate Plan

If you have a will or trust, congratulations. But you're not done.

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December 2022
THE KIPLINGER DIVIDEND 15 UPDATE OUR DIVIDEND PICKS HOLD UP IN A BAD MARKET
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THE KIPLINGER DIVIDEND 15 UPDATE OUR DIVIDEND PICKS HOLD UP IN A BAD MARKET

Tweaks to the list this year focus on growing payouts.

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December 2022
A Lump-Sum Payout Might Make Sense
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A Lump-Sum Payout Might Make Sense

If you're considering taking a one-time payout, don't put it off. Its value will decline as rates rise.

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December 2022
Your guide to open enrollment
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Your guide to open enrollment

Health care costs have continued to rise, but employers are enhancing benefits for 2023.

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November 2022
 Don't Give Up on Developing Markets
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Don't Give Up on Developing Markets

Most investors today worry about inflation and the response to it from the Federal Reserve, but it's time for a longer view.

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November 2022
 A strong dollar's pros and cons
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A strong dollar's pros and cons

A rising greenback benefits U.S. travelers and could slow inflation, but multinational firms may suffer.

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November 2022
Bond Funds Turbocharge Payouts
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Bond Funds Turbocharge Payouts

The typical short-term taxable bond fund has lost a hard-toswallow 4% to 6% this year through September 9. Fast-climbing interest rates exacted this heavy cost, usurping two years or more of yield.

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November 2022
BRIEFING INFORMATION ABOUT THE MARKETS AND YOUR MONEY.
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BRIEFING INFORMATION ABOUT THE MARKETS AND YOUR MONEY.

THE ROCKY ROAD TO STUDENT DEBT FORGIVENESS

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November 2022
GREEN HOUSES SAVE ON ENERGY-AND ON TAXES
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GREEN HOUSES SAVE ON ENERGY-AND ON TAXES

Recently enacted legislation provides a host of tax breaks for energy-efficient home improvements.

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November 2022
INVESTING, KIPLINGER ESG 20 UPDATE PUT YOUR MONEY WHERE YOUR VALUES ARE
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INVESTING, KIPLINGER ESG 20 UPDATE PUT YOUR MONEY WHERE YOUR VALUES ARE

Some of our picks with an environmental, social or governance focus have been bitten by the bear market, but the stocks and funds on our list remain solid choices.

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November 2022
How to Invest for a Strong Dollar U.S. stocks are a good bet-but you have to choose carefully.
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How to Invest for a Strong Dollar U.S. stocks are a good bet-but you have to choose carefully.

Among the many chal-lenges confronting investors in 2022 is the dizzying rise of the U.S. dollar. From the start of the year through September 9, the Dollar Index (DXY) surged 14%, reaching its highest level in 20 years.

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November 2022