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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BEST CHOICES FOR 2026 MEDICARE PLANS • With costs due to rise sharply next year, look for coverage that protects your wallet as well as your health.

ADVICE TO MASTER THE ART OF SPENDING • An understanding of the psychology that drives what we buy and why can lead to smarter money decisions.

ACT NOW TO NAB THE MOST MONEY FOR COLLEGE • A new federal financial aid application drops on October 1—and being an early bird will likely pay off.

OCTOBER 2025

THE CLOCK IS TICKING ON SOCIAL SECURITY’S SOLVENCY

TARGET ENDS COMPETITOR PRICE-MATCHING

HOW THE ONLINE BROKERS STACK UP • We scrutinized investment offerings, tools, mobile apps, advice and more to find the best broker for you.

THE BEST BROKERS FOR HOW YOU INVEST

CONSIDERING BERKSHIRE AFTER BUFFETT • Should you explore one of a handful of Berkshire Hathaway clones or copycat funds?

IT’S NOT TOO LATE FOR EUROPE • A new trade deal removes some uncertainty for investors.

THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL’S WINNERS AND LOSERS • Defense, manufacturing and tech should prosper; health care and green names face hurdles.

Banks Are Quick to Cut Yields

PLAYING DEFENSE PAYS OFF

A TOPSY TURVY SMALL-CAP MARKET

Finding Value in (Some) Losers

HOW THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL AFFECTS YOU • → The new law ushers in significant changes for most taxpayers. Make these moves now to take advantage of them.

Buy Now, Pay Later—With No Regrets • Extended payment plans can help ease the sting of a big-ticket purchase. But beware of costly missteps that can add to your price.

Your Protections With a P2P App

Get the Kiplinger Personal Finance app FREE! • Enjoy Kiplinger Personal Finance on your Apple or Android mobile device

PROTECT YOUR SAVINGS IN TURBULENT TIMES • Don’t let a shaky economy and volatile market derail your retirement. These moves will help ensure your money lasts as long as you do.

A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO REVENGE SAVING

Get a Head Start on Downsizing

ARE PREFERREDS RIGHT FOR YOU? • Consider these stock-bond hybrids for generous dividend yields.

You May Pay Extra to Share Your Streaming Subscription

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT CHOOSING A TRUSTEE • Whoever you designate should act in the best interests of you and your beneficiaries.

THESE CREDIT CARDS REWARD YOUR LOYALTY • If you have bank or investment accounts with your credit card issuer, you may qualify for extra cash back, waived fees and other benefits.

Over 50? Take These Steps When You Shop for Eyeglasses • Making a selection often gets trickier—and more expensive—as you age.

A Shopping Strategy That Reduces Waste • At this store, customers stock up on soap, laundry detergent and other household supplies with reusable containers.