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

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• Where to Buy a Vacation Home Safe From Climate Risks
• Five Reasons to Take Social Security Early (and Four Reasons to Wait)
• Kiplinger's Economic Calendar for This Week
• Why Amazon Stock Is the Biggest Bargain After Amazon Prime DayAmazon

Investing

• Stock Market Today: Stocks Tumble After Global Internet CrashMarket participants rushed out of risk assets to end a wild week of trading.By Dan BurrowsPublished 19 July 24

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• Bond Ratings and What They MeaninvestingBond ratings assess the creditworthiness of your bond issuer, can help limit your risk of default and maximize yield.By Donna LeValleyLast updated 19 July 24

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• How Are Annuities Taxed?annuitiesAnnuities offer powerful tax advantages and have a few pitfalls (that are avoidable). Here's how to cut your taxes and avoid surprises.By Ken NussLast updated 19 July 24

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Personal Finance

• How to Get Reimbursed if The Tech Outage Canceled or Delayed Your FlightDid the global Microsoft outage disrupt your travel plans? Here's how to get reimbursed if your flight was canceled or delayed.By Erin BendigLast updated 19 July 24

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• The Secret Credit Card for Amazon ShoppingThis "secret" credit card for Amazon Prime shopping can maximize your cash back rewards. Plus get a $300 bonus.By Erin BendigLast updated 19 July 24

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• Credit Card Bonuses Up to $1,600 for New CardholdersEarn up to $1,600 when you sign up for a new credit card. Here are the best welcome offers for new cardholders.By Ellen KennedyLast updated 19 July 24

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Taxes

• IRS Delays IRA RMD Rules AgainInherited IRAsThe IRS has delayed certain required minimum distribution rules. Here’s what the latest change means for some inherited IRA beneficiaries.By Kelley R. TaylorLast updated 19 July 24

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• 2024 Alabama Tax-Free WeekendSales TaxesHere's what you need to know about the 2024 back-to-school Alabama sales tax holiday.By Kate SchubelLast updated 19 July 24

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• A Roth Conversion Alternative That Addresses Long-Term CareHere are some strategies for utilizing whole life or indexed universal life policies to convert your traditional IRA to a Roth with LTC protection.By José EcheverriPublished 19 July 24

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Kiplinger Advisor Collective

• 10 Big Mistakes These Financial Experts Recommend AvoidingLearning what not to do can put you on a better path to success.By Kiplinger Advisor CollectivePublished 18 July 24
• Unrealized Gains Should Not Be TaxedInstead of taxing unrealized gains, the government really ought to rein in its spending.By Zain JafferPublished 17 July 24
• Performance Fee Recognition: Strategies for Asset Management FirmsAccurately recognizing these fees can be challenging, particularly in light of IFRS 15 guidelines.By Manoj Kumar VandanapuPublished 16 July 24

Retirement

• How Are Annuities Taxed?annuitiesAnnuities offer powerful tax advantages and have a few pitfalls (that are avoidable). Here's how to cut your taxes and avoid surprises.By Ken NussLast updated 19 July 24

  annuities

• A Roth Conversion Alternative That Addresses Long-Term CareHere are some strategies for utilizing whole life or indexed universal life policies to convert your traditional IRA to a Roth with LTC protection.By José EcheverriPublished 19 July 24

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• Estate Planning for Millionaires: Teamwork, Trusts and TaxesEstate planning for millionaires and high-net-worth families is a serious business. Set up your team, paperwork and tax plan to pass down wealth.By Deborah YaoPublished 19 July 24

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Economic Forecasts

• Kiplinger Interest Rates Outlook: Hopes High for Rates CutEconomic ForecastsKiplinger experts forecast what's next for interest rates and the Federal Reserve.By David PayneLast updated 16 July 24

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• Car Prices Are Finally Coming DownThe Kiplinger LetterFor the first time in years, it may be possible to snag a good deal on a new car.By David PaynePublished 13 July 24

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• Kiplinger Inflation Outlook: Investor Optimism IncreasesEconomic ForecastsOdds of a Federal Reserve cut in interest rates are increasing.By David PayneLast updated 12 July 24

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