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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 105: How Holiday Shopping Happens in a Pandemic Nov 23, 2020

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Black Friday and Cyber Monday this year will be like no other year before. Deal News analyst Julie Ramhold joins us to talk about the big sales already under way. Hosts Sandy Block and David Muhlbaum also talk about the Biden agenda and what to be thankful for in 2020.

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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; Opinion: Biden shouldn't Listen to Schumer and Warren on Student Loans: https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/biden-shouldnt-listen-to-schumer-and-warren-on-student-loans/2020/11/17/b5839042-2915-11eb-9b14-ad872157ebc9_story.html; 30 Great Black Friday Deals and Doorbusters for the 2020 Holiday Season: https://www.kiplinger.com/personal-finance/shopping/601801/black-friday-deals-and-doorbusters-2020-holiday-season; 47 Stores That Won't Be Open on Thanksgiving Day, 2020: https://www.kiplinger.com/personal-finance/shopping/601781/stores-that-wont-be-open-on-thanksgiving-day-2020; 10 Things to Be Thankful for in 2020: https://www.kiplinger.com/personal-finance/601793/10-things-to-be-thankful-for-in-2020

Episode 104: Making Wise Choices During Open Enrollment Nov 16, 2020

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What's new, what's different, what's, dare we say, exciting on the health insurance front? Contributing Editor Lisa Gerstner runs through the new variables of the 2020 open enrollment season. Also, hosts Sandy Block and David Muhlbaum talk about how the stock market handles election results, as well as how the upcoming ski season will unfold.

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Medicare open enrollment and more: https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/medicare; Your Guide to Health Insurance Open Enrollment for 2021: https://www.kiplinger.com/personal-finance/insurance/health-insurance/601454/guide-to-health-insurance-open-enrollment-2021; Skitalk: 2021: The Year of the Backseat Baselodge: https://www.skitalk.com/ams/2021-the-year-of-the-backseat-baselodge.140/; Tony Dwyer, Cannacord Genuity: https://dwyerstrategy.canaccordgenuity.com/category/market-economic/; Kiplinger's Economic Outlook: Interest Rates https://www.kiplinger.com/economic-forecasts/interest-rates

Episode 103: Financial Benefits for Military Families Nov 09, 2020

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For Veterans Day, we run through benefits and programs meant to offset some of the financial risks service members take on. Also, hosts David Muhlbaum and Sandy Block talk about holiday tipping in the age of COVID and the cost of ... cats.

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17 People You Should Tip for the Holidays: https://www.kiplinger.com/people-you-should-tip-for-the-holidays; The Verge: Instacart Tweaks Tipping System After Tip-Baiting Outcry: https://www.theverge.com/2020/6/5/21281910/instacart-tip-baiting-changes-congress-inquiry-exploitation-covid-19; 10 Best Financial Benefits for Military Families: https://www.kiplinger.com/slideshow/saving/t065-s000-10-best-financial-benefits-for-military-families/index.html; Brandon Copeland: 4 Money Benefits All Military Personnel Should Know: https://www.kiplinger.com/personal-finance/how-to-save-money/family-savings/601683/4-money-benefits-all-military-personnel; 13 Costs of Owning a Cat: https://www.kiplinger.com/personal-finance/how-to-save-money/601560/12-costs-of-owning-a-cat

Episode 102: State Taxes on the Ballot -- Pot, Real Estate and More Nov 02, 2020

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When Americans go to the polls (or send in their ballots) they decide on more than their leaders -- some significant state tax questions are at stake as well. We talk to Senior Tax Editor Rocky Mengle about proposals in Illinois, California and elsewhere. Also: bad news for "supersavers" and how the pandemic may have improved conditions for introvert car shoppers.

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Bad News on IRA and 401(k) Contribution Limits for 2021: https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/retirement-plans/601632/bad-news-on-ira-and-401k-contribution-limits-for-2021; Election 2020: States With Tax Questions on the Ballot: https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/state-tax/601555/election-2020-states-with-tax-questions-on-the-ballot

Episode 101: The 60:40 Portfolio Rule Needs a Reboot Oct 26, 2020

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The well known maxim of putting 60 percent of your money in stocks and 40% in government bonds is due for some significant reworking, says a top analyst for Bank of America. Also, our hosts Sandy Block and Ryan Ermey discuss retiring where it's cold and the price you'll pay for pumpkin spice.

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"Halfback" retiring: https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/601218/8-things-you-must-know-about-retiring-to-the-carolinas; How Snowbirds Can Be Taxed as a Florida Resident: https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/601492/how-snowbirds-can-be-taxed-as-a-florida-resident; Kiplinger's Retirement Tax Map: https://www.kiplinger.com/kiplinger-tools/retirement/t055-s001-state-by-state-guide-to-taxes-on-retirees/index.php

Episode 100: Meet Brandon Copeland - NFL Linebacker, New Kiplinger Contributor Oct 19, 2020

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We talk to Kiplinger's newest collaborator. Playing outside linebacker for the New England Patriots is just one of the irons he's got in the fire -- and a number of them focus on financial literacy. Also, the 2021 COLA is revealed.

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2020 COLA announcement: https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/social-security/601538/social-security-cost-of-living-adjustment-cola-for-2021-13; Brandon Copeland & Kiplinger announcement: https://www.prweb.com/releases/nfl_linebacker_and_financial_literacy_professor_brandon_copeland_joins_kiplinger_as_contributing_editor/prweb17432486.htm ; Kiplinger's profile of Brandon Copeland from 2019: https://www.kiplinger.com/article/saving/t023-c000-s002-personal-finance-lessons-from-a-nfl-pro.html; Brandon Copeland's website: https://brandoncopeland.com/

Episode 99: Everything You Need to Know About Amazon Prime Days Oct 12, 2020

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We talk to veteran comparison shopper (and Kiplinger editor) Bob Niedt about the ins and outs of Amazon Prime Day -- what's on sale, how to take advantage, and what's actually worth it. Also, how will Halloween go down in a pandemic, and insights on how to be a thrifty, happy snowbird.

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Research from the NRF on Halloween spending: https://nrf.com/insights/holiday-and-seasonal-trends/halloween; Everything you need to know about Amazon Prime Day: https://www.kiplinger.com/personal-finance/spending/601521/the-ultimate-guide-to-amazon-prime-day-2020-when-it-starts-the; All of Amazon Prime's benefits: https://www.kiplinger.com/slideshow/spending/t050-s001-the-best-amazon-prime-benefits/index.html; What the competition is doing:https://www.kiplinger.com/investing/stocks/601509/5-stocks-to-watch-on-prime-day-that-arent-amazon;3 Retirement Tips for Snowbirds: https://www.kiplinger.com/slideshow/retirement/t037-s003-retirement-tips-for-snowbirds/index.html; How to make sure your "home" state doesn't come after you for taxes: https://www.kiplinger.com/slideshow/retirement/t055-s001-how-snowbirds-can-be-taxed-as-a-florida-resident/index.html; Great places to retire? Kiplinger does that!: https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/happy-retirement/601003/find-a-great-place-to-retire ; https://www.kiplinger.com/slideshow/retirement/t047-s001-50-best-places-to-retire-in-the-u-s-2019/index.html ; https://www.kiplinger.com/slideshow/retirement/t037-s001-50-great-places-for-early-retirement-in-the-u-s/index.html; And make sure you check all the boxes: https://www.kiplinger.com/article/retirement/t021-c001-s002-estate-planning-for-snowbirds.html

Episode 98: How to Fly (Safely! For Less!) this Fall Oct 05, 2020

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The founder of Scott's Cheap Flights joins David Muhlbaum and Sandy Block to discuss the dicey state of air travel today. Also, the new steps you need to take to get financial aid for college next year and weird goings-on with the savings rate.

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Appealing financial aid decisions: studentaid.gov/help-center/answers/article/what-is-professional-judgment;; Travel fees: www.kiplinger.com/personal-finance/spending/leisure/travel/601452/airlines-nix-change-fees; Americans' savings rate goes off the charts: www.kiplinger.com/perso...g-cash

Advice for Tax Extensions (Ep. 46 Rebroadcast) Sep 28, 2020

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Kiplinger.com tax editor Rocky Mengle joins the show to tell you everything you need to know about the October 15 tax deadline. Ryan and Kiplinger car guy David Muhlbaum discuss preparing your car and home for winter. Both guests stay on for a game of financial Jeopardy!

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Prepare your home for winter: https://www.kiplinger.com/slideshow/real-estate/T029-S001-12-ways-to-prepare-your-home-for-winter/index.html; Winter car care and maintenance tips: https://www.kiplinger.com/slideshow/cars/T009-S001-winter-car-care-and-maintenance-tips/index.html; Tax moves to make before October 15: https://www.kiplinger.com/article/retirement/T055-C005-S004-extended-tax-deadline-moves-before-october-15.html; How well do you know Wall Street jargon? https://www.kiplinger.com/quiz/investing/T038-S001-how-well-do-you-know-wall-street-jargon/index.html; Jeopardy's trickiest investing questions: https://www.kiplinger.com/quiz/investing/T052-S003-jeopardy-trickiest-investing-questions/index.html

Episode 96: Answering burning investor questions Sep 21, 2020

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Kiplinger.com investing guru and fan favorite Kyle Woodley rejoins the show to answer investor questions about tech stocks, the election and more. Sandy tells you which documents you need to save in case of emergency. Ryan announces his departure from Kiplinger's.

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Key documents to take with you in an emergency: https://www.kiplinger.com/article/real-estate/t065-c001-s003-key-documents-to-take-with-you-in-an-emergency.html#:~:text=These%20include%20your%20driver's%20license,change%20of%20address%2C%20says%20Stern.; Your essential emergency kit: https://www.kiplinger.com/article/saving/t023-c006-s001-your-essential-emergency-kit.html; 3 simple steps to creating a home inventory: https://www.kiplinger.com/article/insurance/t028-c000-s002-simple-steps-to-create-a-home-inventory.html; Low-volatility ETFs: https://www.kiplinger.com/slideshow/investing/t022-s001-10-low-volatility-etfs-for-roller-coaster-market/index.html; Buffett make a rare bet on Snowflake IPO: https://www.kiplinger.com/investing/stocks/tech-stocks/601397/warren-buffett-snowflake-ipo; Best stocks for a Trump election win: https://www.kiplinger.com/investing/stocks/stocks-to-buy/601170/best-stocks-to-buy-president-donald-trump; Stocks to buy for a Biden presidency: https://www.kiplinger.com/investing/stocks/stocks-to-buy/601171/best-stocks-to-buy-joe-biden-presidency

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