The Best Hedged ETFs for Lower-Risk Investors and Retirees
The best hedged ETFs are built on strategies that can help reduce portfolio volatility without using bonds or market timing.
Jul 16, 2026
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Revenue Sharing Is Great for Financial Pros — For You, Not So Much. How Can You Avoid This Sneaky Sales Incentive?
Revenue sharing means some financial professionals are rewarded for steering you toward certain products. It's big business, but here's the solution.
Jul 16, 2026
Market Volatility Tests More Than Just Portfolios — It Tests Soon-to-Be Retirees' Nerves: Are You Passing?
Market downturns don't just trigger a dip in your account balance — they test your emotional resolve. Having a well-built strategy can help you stay the course.
Jul 16, 2026
How to Leave a Legacy to Your Loved Ones — and Keep Probate Out of It
Putting the right documents in place for your loved ones now can shield them from the stress and legal hurdles of dealing with your estate later.
Jul 16, 2026
2026 Capital Gains Tax Rates by State: How Much Investors Pay This Year
Selling investments at a profit can be rewarding for some — until tax season arrives. And federal taxes are just one part of the equation.
Jul 16, 2026
The Best Ways to Invest Your Super Catch-Up Contributions
Folks nearing retirement can turbocharge their savings with super catch-up contributions, but how you invest that extra cash depends on several factors.
Jul 16, 2026
Nasdaq Sinks as Chip Stocks Drop Again: Stock Market Today
While Taiwan Semi's post-earnings drop pressured chipmakers, healthcare names outperformed thanks to Merck's FDA win and Eli Lilly's big buy.
Jul 16, 2026
A 'Mega Backdoor Roth' Can Save Thousands More for Retirement
This Roth retirement savings strategy allows high earners to sock away up to $72,000 a year — if their workplace plan permits it.
Jul 15, 2026
This Is the Biggest Financial Mistake Many Families Are Making
If you're not talking openly with your adult children about money, you're failing to help build their financial independence.
Jul 15, 2026
Long-Term Care Insurance Alternatives: How to Craft a Flexible Plan to Help Cover Future Health Needs
Rising premiums, fewer options and limited benefits can make a long-term care policy hard to find and hard to afford. There are alternatives to cover the costs.
Jul 15, 2026
When Is a Roth Conversion a Bad Idea? 6 Situations Retirees Should Consider Carefully
A Roth conversion is a powerful tax-saving tool, but there are several situations where taking that leap might actually cost you more in the long run.
Jul 15, 2026
3 Reasons Why Kiplinger Readers Love Southwest Airlines Credit Cards
Kiplinger readers ranked their favorite airline credit card rewards programs. See why Southwest won and which other airlines ranked highly.
Jul 15, 2026
From Pitch to Paradise: The Ultimate Guide to Your Miami World Cup Getaway
The World Cup third-place match brings fans to Miami Gardens on July 18, but your Florida trip doesn't have to end after the final whistle.
Jul 15, 2026
Stocks Rise as Mega Caps Rally: Stock Market Today
A positive day for several of Wall Street's biggest stocks helped offset another down day for chipmakers.
Jul 15, 2026
How to Fight the Annoyance Economy
Hidden fees, customer service snafus and other financial hassles cost Americans an estimated $165 billion a year.
Jul 15, 2026
This Ultra Mobile Deal Could Lower Your Phone Bill to Just $9.10 a Month
Ultra Mobile's back-to-school fall promotion cuts the cost of select prepaid plans by up to 30%.
Jul 14, 2026
Implied Easements and Hostile Neighbors: How a Couple Avoided Being Landlocked After Their Cranky New Neighbor Moved In
Due diligence can uncover implied easements that may not appear on public records or have not been disclosed, even though sellers are required to reveal them.
Jul 14, 2026
Stop Chasing Long-Term Bonds: Why the 'Belly' of the Yield Curve Is Your Best Bet
Long-term bonds can be a trap in the current market. Discover this simple strategy to earn higher yields with short-term Treasuries and corporate bond funds.
Jul 14, 2026
I'm a Wealth Adviser: This Divorce Memoir Describes Painful Financial Mistakes I See All the Time — Here's How You Can Avoid Them
One of this year's bestselling books is a timely reminder of the dangers of leaving money matters solely to your partner.
Jul 14, 2026
IRS Simplifies Tax Penalty Relief: Who Qualifies and What’s the Catch?
Taxpayers may receive automatic IRS relief under a new system, but a key eligibility rule still applies.
Jul 14, 2026