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An Essential Money Checklist For Your 40s

Your 40s can set the stage for the rest of your financial life. Discover wealth-building strategies that your future self will thank you for.

Kiplinger · Jun 13

Your Alma Mater Wants to Sell You Insurance. Should You Buy It?

From life insurance to auto coverage, alumni programs offer another way to shop — but not always the cheapest one.

Kiplinger · Jun 6

My Husband and I Are Concerned About Losing Our Jobs and Want to Make Sure We're Covered. How Much Should We Save in an Emergency Fund?

We'll show you how much to save in an emergency fund and strategies to help you reach your goals.

Kiplinger · Jun 6

We Received a $10k Tax Refund. My Wife Wants to Save It, I Want to Splurge. What Should We Do?

Here's a solution that benefits both of you.

Kiplinger · Apr 11

Thinking About Using Your Home Equity in April? What to Know About Rates, Risks and Timing First

With borrowing costs still elevated and economic uncertainty in play, tapping your home equity requires a clear plan, not just available equity.

Kiplinger · Apr 8

Money Market Account vs. No-Penalty CD: Which Is Better for Your Savings?

Learn the pros and cons of money market accounts and no-penalty CDs, including liquidity, interest rates and the best use cases for each.

Kiplinger · Apr 2

The Best Savings Accounts for Retirees to Maximize Your Cash

For retirees seeking less risky savings options, here are a few recommendations based on your preferences.

Kiplinger · Mar 30

Jumbo CD vs High-Yield Savings: Which is the Best Place to Store $100k?

With inflation rising, where you store your cash matters. If you have $100k to save, here are two smart choices to consider and how much you'll earn with each.

Kiplinger · Mar 20

The $1,000 Crisis: Why Most Families Can’t Handle a Simple Emergency Anymore

A thousand dollars should not feel like a financial earthquake. Yet for millions of households across the United States, it does. Recent surveys from sources such as the Federal Reserve and Bankrate consistently show that a large share of adults would struggle to cover a $400 or $1,000 unexpected expense…

The Free Financial Advisor · Feb 19

'No one is close': BlackRock’s Larry Fink warns Americans have saved egregiously less than they need for retirement

Many Americans have less than $150,000 saved for retirement.

Fortune · Feb 17