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Kiplinger delivers timely, actionable personal finance guidance to help you earn, keep, and make the most of your money. Each new episode has down-to-earth insights on saving for retirement, cutting your tax bill, investing for growth and income, maintaining good credit, and much more.

Latest Episodes:

Episode 115: Working from Home - The Tax and Insurance Consequences Feb 01, 2021

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Among the disruptions of the COVID-19: Many people working remotely changed their location to a new state, maybe even a new country. That can lead to complications, particularly when it comes to state taxes. Also: why the IRS is starting tax season late this year, and a check-in on student loan policies in the new administration.

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When Can You File Your Taxes This Year?: https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/tax-filing/602089/when-can-you-file-your-taxes-this-year; There's Still Time to Save on 2020 Taxes: https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/tax-planning/602127/theres-still-time-to-save-on-2020-taxes; Work From Home, Wherever That Is: https://www.kiplinger.com/personal-finance/careers/601927/work-from-home-wherever-that-is; 7 Foreign Countries Luring Americans to Work Abroad During the Pandemic: https://www.kiplinger.com/personal-finance/careers/601410/7-foreign-countries-luring-americans-to-work-abroad-during-the

Episode 114: Taxes on Retirees - What's New Jan 25, 2021

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Senior tax editor Rocky Mengle talks about the latest update of the Kiplinger Retiree Tax Map. Will states with declining revenues make life harder on retirees? Also, the Biden stimulus plan and the hazards of patent scams.

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Biden's stimulus plans: https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/602110/ways-the-biden-stimulus-package-could-put-or-keep-money-in-your-pocket; AND: https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/602111/third-stimulus-check-update-when-could-we-get-another-stimulus-check; Kiplinger's State-by-State Guide to Taxes on Retirees: https://www.kiplinger.com/kiplinger-tools/retirement/t055-s001-state-by-state-guide-to-taxes-on-retirees/index.php; Patent scams: https://www.kiplinger.com/business/small-business/entrepreneurship/602077/got-an-invention-dont-fall-for-these-patent-scams; AND: https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0184-invention-promotion-firms; MORE: https://www.uspto.gov/patents/basics/using-legal-services/scam-prevention

Episode 113: Forecasts for 2021 with Jim Patterson of The Kiplinger Letter Jan 19, 2021

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Jim Patterson, managing editor of The Kiplinger Letter, joins us to talk about the year ahead, from what the Biden administration and next Congress will do to the prospect of driverless trucks roaming our roads. Also, how a new law should protect consumers from surprise medical bills.

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The Kiplinger Letter's Must-Read Political and Economic Forecasts for 2021: https://www.kiplinger.com/investing/economy/602067/the-kiplinger-letters-must-read-political-and-economic-forecasts-for-2021; GDP - 5% Growth Likely This Year: https://www.kiplinger.com/economic-forecasts/gdp; Now's the Time to Refinance: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-41-nows-the-time-to-refinance/id1442125298?i=1000448472789

Episode 112: Is a Fix Coming Soon for Social Security? Jan 11, 2021

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Managing editor of the Kiplinger Retirement Report Catherine Siskos joins us to talk about what a new administration and Congress might do to solve Social Security's looming funding problems. Also, buy now - pay later plans and what to do with a used shoe.

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Big Changes Likely for Social Security, Medicare Under a Biden Presidency: https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/social-security/601700/big-changes-likely-for-social-security-medicare-under-a-biden; What Is the Social Security COLA?: https://www.kiplinger.com/article/retirement/t051-c000-s010-what-is-the-social-security-cola.html; More Social Security information from Kiplinger: https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/social-security

Episode 111: James K. Glassman's Stock Picks for 2021 -- And from the Past Jan 04, 2021

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Longtime Kiplinger columnist James K. Glassman discusses the 10 stocks he's recommending this year, and how his previous picks have fared. Also: the second stimulus and best ETFs for 2021 with Kyle Woodley.

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Your Second Stimulus Check: How Much? When? And Other FAQs: https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/601970/your-second-stimulus-check-how-much-when-and-other-faqs; James Glassman's 10 Stock Market Picks for 2021: https://www.kiplinger.com/investing/stocks/stocks-to-buy/601751/my-10-stock-market-picks-for-2021; The 15 Best Value Stocks to Buy for 2021: https://www.kiplinger.com/investing/stocks/601959/15-best-value-stocks-to-buy-for-2021; Kiplinger's Investing Outlook: https://www.kiplinger.com/kiplingers-investing-outlook; The 21 Best ETFs to Buy for a Prosperous 2021: https://www.kiplinger.com/investing/etfs/601891/the-21-best-etfs-to-buy-for-2021; Kip ETF 20: The Best Cheap ETFs You Can Buy: https://www.kiplinger.com/investing/etfs/21598/kip-etf-20-the-best-cheap-etfs-you-can-buy

Strategies for Charity (Ep. 55 Rebroadcast) Dec 28, 2020

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Ryan and Sandy interview Schwab Charitable president Kim Laughton on why you should use a donor-advised fund for year-end charitable giving. The co-hosts share tips on avoiding ID theft and scams during the holiday season, and Peloton and Costco both feature in a new edition of Deal or No Deal.

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ID theft – act now to protect yourself: https://www.kiplinger.com/article/credit/T048-C000-S002-identity-theft-act-now-to-protect-yourself.html; 6 scams to watch out for over the holidays: https://www.kiplinger.com/article/spending/T057-C011-S001-scams-to-watch-out-for-this-holiday-season.html; 7 smart moves to avoid identity theft: https://www.kiplinger.com/slideshow/credit/T023-S002-smart-moves-to-prevent-identity-theft/index.html; 5 charitable planning options that can save you money on taxes: https://www.kiplinger.com/slideshow/credit/T023-S002-smart-moves-to-prevent-identity-theft/index.html; Give the money, keep the tax break with donor-advised funds: https://www.kiplinger.com/article/investing/T054-C032-S014-give-money-keep-tax-break-with-donor-advised-funds.html; 17 best Kirkland products for the holidays: https://www.kiplinger.com/slideshow/spending/T050-S001-17-best-costco-kirkland-products-for-holidays-2019/index.html

Episode 109: Doug Glanville on Race, Sports — and Personal Finance Dec 21, 2020

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Kiplinger contributor (and former Major League Baseball player) Doug Glanville shares insights from years playing the game — and investing. Also, what's in the upcoming financial stimulus.

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A Second Stimulus Check Appears to Be On the Way: https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/601953/a-second-stimulus-check-appears-to-be-on-the-way; 9 Ways to Raise Cash Quickly: https://www.kiplinger.com/slideshow/saving/t065-s002-ways-to-raise-cash-quickly/index.html; Former Baseball Player Doug Glanville Opens Up About Race, Sports During a Pandemic, and His Transition to a New Career: https://www.kiplinger.com/personal-finance/careers/career-paths/601121/former-baseball-player-doug-glanville-on-race-sports-career-transition; 20 Great Places to Retire in Tax-Friendly States: https://www.kiplinger.com/slideshow/retirement/t047-s001-great-places-to-retire-in-tax-friendly-states/index.html; How We Lose When We Overlook Black Talent: https://www.kiplinger.com/business/small-business/management/employees/601597/how-we-lose-when-we-overlook-black-talent

Episode 108: State Taxes on the Middle Class: How They Rate, with Rocky Mengle Dec 14, 2020

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Every year Kiplinger ranks all 50 states for their tax-friendliness. For 2020, Senior Tax Editor Rocky Mengle has put the focus on the middle class. Hosts Sandra Block and David Muhlbaum also discuss the student debt moratorium and estate planning for "black sheep" beneficiaries.

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My Student Loan Relief Is Set to Expire, What Now?: https://www.kiplinger.com/personal-finance/credit-debt/loans/student-loans/601834/my-student-loan-relief-is-set-to-expire; State-by-State Guide to Taxes on Middle-Class Families: https://www.kiplinger.com/kiplinger-tools/taxes/t055-s001-kiplinger-tax-map/index.php; The 10 Most Tax-Friendly States for Middle-Class Families: https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/state-tax/601612/most-tax-friendly-states-for-middle-class-families; The 10 Least Tax-Friendly States for Middle-Class Families: https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/state-tax/601614/least-tax-friendly-states-for-middle-class-families; Estate Planning for 'Black Sheep' Beneficiaries: https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/estate-planning/601866/estate-planning-for-black-sheep-beneficiaries

Episode 107: Your Year-End Financial To-Do List Dec 07, 2020

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Don't just assume 2021 will be better — set it up to be by tackling these tasks that have to get done by year end. Associate Editor Rivan Stinson also joins hosts Sandra Block and David Muhlbaum to talk about gadgets to make outdoor entertaining both safe and pleasant.

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How to Safely Socialize (and Work) at Home During the Pandemic: https://www.kiplinger.com/personal-finance/shopping/home/601804/how-to-safely-socialize-and-work-at-home-during-the-pandemic; 15 Money Moves to Make Now to Prepare for 2021: https://www.kiplinger.com/personal-finance/601649/15-money-moves-to-make-now-to-prepare-for-2021; Tune Up Your Finances for a Better 2021: https://www.kiplinger.com/personal-finance/how-to-save-money/family-savings/601739/hope-for-the-best-plan-for-the-worst; Build a Bond Ladder with ETFs: https://www.kiplinger.com/investing/bonds/601759/build-a-bond-ladder

Episode 106: Where to Invest in 2021 Nov 30, 2020

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Kiplinger Executive Editor Anne Kates joins us to talk about her 2021 outlook for stocks, market sectors, and even some specific stocks. Also, hosts Sandy Block and David Muhlbaum discuss raises for next year as well as staying on the road and out of the ditch this winter.

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One-Third of U.S. Employers Trim Projected Pay Raises for 2021: https://www.shrm.org/resourcesandtools/hr-topics/compensation/pages/one-third-of-us-employers-trim-projected-pay-raises-for-2021.aspx; Starbucks raises wages for baristas as restaurant industry braces for minimum wage hike: https://www.cnbc.com/2020/11/18/starbucks-raises-barista-wages-as-restaurants-brace-for-minimum-wage-hike.html; What Biden Will Do: 24 Policy Plays to Expect From the Next Administration: https://www.kiplinger.com/investing/economy/601784/what-biden-will-do-24-policy-plays-to-expect-from-the-next-administration; Where to Invest in 2021: https://www.kiplinger.com/investing/stocks/stocks-to-buy/601756/where-to-invest-in-2021; Stephanie Link: Expect Above-Average Gains in 2021: https://www.kiplinger.com/investing/economy/601757/expect-above-average-gains-in-2021; 11 Winter Car Maintenance Tips: https://www.kiplinger.com/slideshow/cars/t009-s001-winter-car-care-and-maintenance-tips-2019/index.html; Why Winter Tires Trump All-Wheel Drive: https://www.kiplinger.com/article/cars/t009-c004-s002-why-winter-tires-trump-all-wheel-drive.html

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