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Why You Might Want to Keep Your Phone Instead of Trading It In

Upgrading your phone doesn’t have to mean handing over the one you already use.

Kiplinger · Nov 22, 2025

Why This Year’s Black Friday Deals May Fall Short

From rising import duties to supply-chain cost creep, the discounts you expect may be smaller this year.

Kiplinger · Nov 22, 2025

I Walked Away from a Stable Mid-Career Job — Here’s the Retirement Math Behind that Decision

Life is short. Should you quit your job for a more satisfying career? Or were you laid off? Here's how I learned to protect my retirement after leaving a steady job.

Kiplinger · Nov 22, 2025

Investment Expert: Is Your Retirement Portfolio Too Late to the Profit Party?

If you're following the usual retirement investment model, you could be missing out on a potential profit period that companies see in the run-up to their IPOs.

Kiplinger · Nov 22, 2025

Losing Your Job? A Financial Planner's 6 Steps to Survive and Thrive

Whether pink slips are just rumors at your company or layoffs have already landed, there are things you can do today to make the best of a tough situation.

Kiplinger · Nov 22, 2025

Oil Prices vs Investor Returns: It's What's Beneath the Surface That Counts

Engineering, geology and operating discipline can determine the success of oil and gas projects as much as the cost per barrel.

Kiplinger · Nov 22, 2025

A New $45 TSA Fee Is Coming in February: What to Know

Don't have a REAL ID yet? You might get hit with a fee to go through security at the airport in February.

Kiplinger · Nov 21, 2025

Dow Soars 493 Points in Fed-Fueled Bounce: Stock Market Today

New York Fed President John Williams struck a dovish tone Friday, which eased Wall Street's worries over a potential December pause.

Kiplinger · Nov 21, 2025

Ask the Editor, November 21: Home Sale Tax Break

In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on the gain exclusion tax break when you sell your home.

Kiplinger · Nov 21, 2025

How to Skip Fees at the Bank

You can steer clear of fees, especially if you choose your account wisely. Here are some tips to keep them at bay.

Kiplinger · Nov 21, 2025