Kiplinger's Personal Finance

Written to help you do a better job of managing your personal and family financial affairs and to help you get more for your money. You get ideas on saving, investing, cutting taxes, making major purchases, advancing your career, buying a home, paying for education, health care and travel, plus much, much more. Special issues cover the latest information about car buying (December) and Mutual Funds (March and September).

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MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR 2026 REFUND • With record amounts expected to be returned to taxpayers this year, having a plan for the money in advance is key.

SLASH YOUR GROCERY BILLS WITH THESE HACKS • A host of tools and strategies can help you save up to 50% on some food items—without sacrificing good taste.

WHAT YOU DON’T KNOW ABOUT MEDICARE CAN COST YOU • Many people are confused about important facts regarding the federal health insurance program for older adults.

Briefing • INFORMATION ABOUT THE MARKETS AND YOUR MONEY

THE KIPLINGER 25 ACTIVE MANAGERS PROVE THEIR METTLE • In a shifting market, most of our mutual fund picks did well.

SUSTAINABLE INVESTING IS IN SURVIVAL MODE

I Have Seen This All Before

A Market Guru Talks Stocks

WE ADD A NEW CORE BOND FUND

The Meaning of Dow 50,000

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The Kiplinger Tax Letter • CIRCULATED BIWEEKLY TO BUSINESS CLIENTS SINCE 1925

The Kiplinger Tax Letter Stop overpaying on your taxes.

FUNDS TO HELP CALM FRAYED NERVES

7 SECRETS TO MAXIMIZE YOUR WEALTH • Here’s what science reveals about the hidden emotions that drive financial behavior—and how you can use them to build lifelong security.

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT HOME SALE GAINS • The editor of The Kiplinger Tax Letter responds to readers asking about an exclusion that can shield a seller’s profits from taxes.

Advice for Handling an Inheritance

Find a Missing Bank Account

HOW TO HELP YOUR ADULT KIDS WITHOUT HURTING YOUR RETIREMENT • Closing the Bank of Mom and Dad can be challenging—financially and emotionally. These tips pave the way.

Smart Ways to Give to Charity

FOREIGN STOCKS ARE HOT: HERE’S HOW TO TRADE THEM

Great Gifts for Graduates • Help a new grad get off on the right financial foot with these ideas.

RUN A HOME INSURANCE CHECKUP • If you don’t have sufficient coverage, your out-of-pocket costs in a claim could be through the roof.

FAMILY VACATIONS FOR EVERY GENERATION • Use our guide to plan a trip the whole group—from toddlers to grandparents—will love.

Your Turn • Readers share their insights and advice.