5 tips to maximize your Social Security benefits
Working a few more years helps, but it's not the only way to get larger benefits. Here are five ways to make sure you get the biggest possible check.
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Protect your Valentine diamond
Your loving dearest bought you a diamond ring. No matter how unromantic it may sound, that means it's time to review your home-owners insurance.
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I do? 4 critical money questions to ask before you get married
Is your significant other a saver or a spending? How much debt do they have? Start your relationship with these questions to make sure you and your partner are financially compatible.
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Best values in public colleges 2009-10
Despite widespread budget cuts, these schools still deliver strong academics at affordable prices.
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FAQs on the new credit card rules
The new rules mandated by the Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act take effect on February 22nd. Not sure what this means to you? Here are some answers.
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Fly for less
Despite fewer flights and sneaky fees (a Super Bowl surcharge!), you can still land a cheap airfare.
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Retirement iPlan
Use these tips and tools to create your personal retirement plan.
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Who stands to benefit from health-care reform?
More patients mean more profits. Kiplinger found companies that will benefit from higher spending on medical care.
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Paper Records: What to toss, what to keep
As you work on your tax return, take the opportunity to clean house. With a few key exceptions, you don't need to keep all those papers, bills and statements.
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13 careers for the next decade
From optometry to immigration expertise, Kiplinger offers a baker's dozen of professions that promise income growth, work-life balance and social impact.
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How not to get soaked
Water woes? When to call in a pro, and when not to call your home insurer.
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How to retire when you want to
Without significant changes in the way Americans spend, save and invest, many won't be able to afford the retirement they want. Here is a five-step plan to get you there.
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Get a head start on your taxes
Getting organized is the key to filing an accurate tax return. Here is a rundown of some of the more important forms that you will need.
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Used-car prices are stabilizing
For the first time in a long time, used-car values aren't being effected by skyrocketing gas prices or economic fallout, and cars are actually being sold for what they're worth.
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The complexities of Roth IRA conversions
Roth conversions don't make sense for everyone. But with new rules in 2010, it's wise to run the numbers.
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2010 likely to see major debate on education
When it comes to education, Americans may disagree on most of the details, but they do agree on one point: Today's system is in need of an overhaul. What and how to change, however, is the subject of much heated discussion.
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Obama's Second Year: Less rhetoric, more realism
2010 will bring far less soaring rhetoric and flourish. That's been replaced by less ambitious goals, and succeeding even with a smaller agenda will require Herculean efforts.
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Best values in private colleges
Kiplinger's top 100 schools deliver an affordable, high-quality education and keep the financial aid flowing.
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Your 2010 Money Calendar
From the first day of trading (January 4th) to tax day (April 15th) and Cyber Monday (November 29th), here is a list of all the dates, deadlines and reminders you'll need in 2010.
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Glimmers of light on home prices
Nationwide median home price have risen slightly, and sales have picked up steam since April, yet the U.S. housing market won't begin to look healthy again until at least 2011.
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It's the most wonderful time of the year... to land a job
The holidays are the time to postpone job searching, right? Wrong. Here is why you should be sending out resumes now along with a few tips to make the most of holiday job-searching.
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How to put Santa on a budget
Many consumers are hunting for bargains and parents still want to cut back on their children's wish lists. Here are six tips on how to put Santa on a budget this year.
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12 gift ideas that save money for the recipient
This year, the gift of money could be just what your friends and family are looking for. But if you don't want to resort to cash or gift cards, try these 12 gifts that deliver a savings boost without sacrificing personality and panache.
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What’s in store for the next decade?
You can expect increased inflation, higher interest rates and tepid home-price gains, but also steady advances in green energy and biotechnology.
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The back-to-work Social Security squeeze
Anyone who is thinking of claiming Social Security benefits early needs to understand what the earnings test is, why it may cost you and how you can recoup those losses later on.
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The ABCs of reverse mortgages
If you're considering a reverse mortgage, there's a lot you need to know before signing on the dotted line. This Q&A will help clarify how this complex transaction works.
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Eleven things to celebrate as 2009 comes to a close
Things aren't all bad. The markets rebounded, consumer-electronic prices are plummeting, foods are getting healthier and fewer people are dying on our roads.
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What you need to know about tipping
It's always a good rule to be generous with people who provide you with good service all year long, but you shouldn't fall for the tip jar. Here's a primer on giving a little extra.
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Tax moves that can save you big bucks
You may want to spend money to save money: by shelling out now for select big-ticket items you can cash in on juicy tax breaks that will slash your 2009 income taxes.
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Ten holiday money mistakes to avoid
It's easy to go overboard or make other spending mistakes. Avoid these ten missteps to stretch your holiday dollar the farthest this year.
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Clunkers, Part II - and III and IV
Appliance and electronics stores mimic the trade-in program just in time for the holiday season.
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Seven red flags for home buyers
This list of red flags can help you identify potentially pricey problems. You can use your observations to winnow your choices when you negotiate price with the seller.
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Ten ways to fatten your wallet for Black Friday
Forget the mall. Save money -- and your sanity -- this Thanksgiving weekend with these money-minded alternatives to shopping frenzy.
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5 ways to save time and money on holiday travel
The amazing holiday travel deals you scored at the 11th hour in 2008 won’t be so easy to find this year. But don’t lose hope. You can still afford to head home this holiday season.
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5 green myths exposed
If you’re like most people, you’re more than happy to buy green-as long as it also saves greenbacks. Here are five green myths and the truth behind them-plus how much money you may be burning by buying into them.
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Choose the right Medicare plan
If you're 65 or older, Medicare covers the bulk of your medical expenses. But it still leaves some big gaps, and it doesn't cover prescription drugs. Decide whether or not to stick with Uncle Sam or enroll in a private plan for 2010.
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Kiplinger's best green and used cars of 2009
Whether you are looking to save money by buying a used car or just save on gas, these are Kiplinger's best cars for the price.
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Kiplinger's best credit cards & bank accounts of 2009
To select the top credit cards of 2009, Kiplinger calculated how much a consumer would spend each month and then calculated how much they'd receive in cash rebates.
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