Personal Finance News, Investing Advice, Business Forecasts (2024)

• Want to Retire Abroad? Five Things to Know About Your Money
• What Is a Living Trust?
• Why These Homebuilders' Stock Buybacks Are Important for Investors
• Savings Account Balances By Age and Income. How Do You Compare?
• Your Home Selling Costs Will Fall Following NAR Settlement
• Have Your Say in the Kiplinger Readers' Choice Awards 2024Kiplinger Readers' Choice Awards

Investing

• Can Money Buy You Happiness? Yes, It Can. However…Having a higher income doesn't mean you also have enough of the other things that make you feel truly happy and wealthy (relationships, hobbies, time).By Richard P. Himmer, PhDPublished 17 March 24

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• Roth Conversions: Convert Everything at Once or as You Go?Two hypothetical examples of Roth conversions made at different times (all at once vs as you age) show a stark difference in what could be left for your beneficiaries.By Mike Decker, NSSA®Published 17 March 24

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• How Inflation, Deflation and Other 'Flations' Impact Your Stock PortfolioThere are five different types "flations" that not only impact the economy, but also your investment returns. Here's how to adjust your portfolio for each one.By Kim ClarkPublished 16 March 24

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Personal Finance

• How Inflation, Deflation and Other 'Flations' Impact Your Stock PortfolioThere are five different types "flations" that not only impact the economy, but also your investment returns. Here's how to adjust your portfolio for each one.By Kim ClarkPublished 16 March 24

  Investing

• 14 Things Retirees Should Buy at CostcoMaking Your Money LastFrom its house brand Kirkland Signature lineup to name brands and hidden gems, the warehouse club offers bargains aimed at mature shoppers.By Bob NiedtLast updated 15 March 24

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• New Airbnb Camera Ban, Cross-Currency Fee Coming Soon. What To KnowAirbnb plans to make some changes starting next month, including an indoor security camera ban and a new guest fee.By Joey SolitroLast updated 15 March 24

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Taxes

• Roth Conversions: Convert Everything at Once or as You Go?Two hypothetical examples of Roth conversions made at different times (all at once vs as you age) show a stark difference in what could be left for your beneficiaries.By Mike Decker, NSSA®Published 17 March 24

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• Ten Tax Breaks for Homeowners and Home BuyersReal EstateOwning (or buying) a home is expensive. But there are some tax breaks for homeowners that can help you recoup some of those costs.By Rocky MengleLast updated 17 March 24

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• Mega Millions After Taxes: How Much Will the Winner Get?Lottery TaxesThe Mega Millions jackpot winner will take home much less than the advertised jackpot amount, thanks to taxes.By Katelyn WashingtonLast updated 16 March 24

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Kiplinger Advisor Collective

• How Personal Finances and Lifestyle Are IntertwinedHere are a couple of things to keep in mind as you plan for your future and how to financially support it.By Justin DonaldPublished 8 March 24
• Financing Projects Without Jeopardizing Your Financial FutureFunding large purchases should be thoughtfully planned.By Mario HernandezPublished 7 March 24
• Should I Get a Reverse Mortgage? Six Questions to Ask FirstThe secret to your retirement income could live in your home’s equity.By Kiplinger Advisor CollectivePublished 6 March 24

Retirement

• Can Money Buy You Happiness? Yes, It Can. However…Having a higher income doesn't mean you also have enough of the other things that make you feel truly happy and wealthy (relationships, hobbies, time).By Richard P. Himmer, PhDPublished 17 March 24

  personal finance

• Roth Conversions: Convert Everything at Once or as You Go?Two hypothetical examples of Roth conversions made at different times (all at once vs as you age) show a stark difference in what could be left for your beneficiaries.By Mike Decker, NSSA®Published 17 March 24

  retirement

• Four Unseen Icebergs That Could Sink Your Retirement PlanDon’t be like the captain of the ‘Titanic’ and ignore warnings to be prepared for risks that lie ahead when planning for your retirement.By Daniel SullivanPublished 16 March 24

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Economic Forecasts

• Kiplinger's GDP Outlook: Economic Growth Is Slowing to NormalEconomic ForecastsThe economy’s quarterly growth rate will likely average 2.0% from now on.By David PayneLast updated 15 March 24

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• Kiplinger's Retail Outlook: February Sales Softer Than ExpectedEconomic ForecastsRetail sales rebounded only halfway from January’s snowstorm slowdown.By David PayneLast updated 15 March 24

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• A Spotlight on the Pacific States: The Kiplinger LetterThe Kiplinger LetterMost Pacific states are seeing good job growth in multiple sectors including tourism, hospitality, and construction.By David PaynePublished 13 March 24

  The Kiplinger Letter