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

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Investing

• Stock Market Today: Stocks Climb After Fed Forecasts Three Rate Cuts This YearThe main indexes notched new record closes Wednesday after the Federal Reserve kept its outlook for rate cuts unchanged.By Karee VenemaPublished 20 March 24

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• Kiplinger's Economic Calendar for This WeekCheck out our economic calendar for this week, as well as our previews and recaps of the more noteworthy reports.By Karee VenemaLast updated 20 March 24

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• Fed Holds Rates Steady, Eyes Three Cuts in 2024: What the Experts Are SayingFederal ReserveThe Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged at a 23-year high, but it's still penciling in three rate cuts this year.By Dan BurrowsPublished 20 March 24

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Personal Finance

• Mortgage Rates and Payments Keep Rising, Creating Market MiseryMortgagesCurrent mortgage rates and payments continue to rise resulting in buyer demand stalling and housing sentiment at low levels.By Erin BendigLast updated 20 March 24

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• How To Get the Best Savings Account BonusesBy opening the right savings account today, you could be maximizing your earnings through both compound interest and cash bonuses.By Erin BendigLast updated 20 March 24

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• Find the Best 30-Year Mortgage Rates30-year mortgage rates — check out the best here.By Erin BendigLast updated 20 March 24

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Taxes

• Utah Tax Cut Will Save Most Taxpayers $2 or Less per WeekState TaxA recent Utah tax cut slashed the income tax rate for 2024, but high earners are expected to benefit the most.By Katelyn WashingtonPublished 20 March 24

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• Mega Millions After Taxes: How Much Will the Winner Get?Lottery TaxesThe Mega Millions jackpot winner will take home much less than the advertised jackpot amount, thanks to taxes.By Katelyn WashingtonLast updated 20 March 24

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• What's the 2023 Standard Deduction?Tax BreaksMost people claim the standard deduction on their federal tax return instead of itemizing deductions. How much can you claim?By Kelley R. TaylorLast updated 19 March 24

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Kiplinger Advisor Collective

• How Personal Finances and Lifestyle Are IntertwinedHere are a couple of things to keep in mind as you plan for your future and how to financially support it.By Justin DonaldPublished 8 March 24
• Financing Projects Without Jeopardizing Your Financial FutureFunding large purchases should be thoughtfully planned.By Mario HernandezPublished 7 March 24
• Should I Get a Reverse Mortgage? Six Questions to Ask FirstThe secret to your retirement income could live in your home’s equity.By Kiplinger Advisor CollectivePublished 6 March 24

Retirement

• When Should You Start Social Security Benefits? It DependsThe answers to these five questions can help you determine when it’s a good time to file for Social Security. The timing is different for everyone.By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®Published 20 March 24

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• How Your Home Can Fill Gaps in Your Retirement PlanIf you have gaps in your plan for retirement income, you might consider adding the value of your home to your planning.By Jerry Golden, Investment Adviser RepresentativePublished 20 March 24

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• UnitedHealth Plans to Continue Service Activation in PhasesUnitedHealth said it is making progress on resuming services following a cyber attack last month. Here’s what to know.By Joey SolitroLast updated 19 March 24

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Economic Forecasts

• Kiplinger's GDP Outlook: Economic Growth Is Slowing to NormalEconomic ForecastsThe economy’s quarterly growth rate will likely average 2.0% from now on.By David PayneLast updated 15 March 24

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• Kiplinger's Retail Outlook: February Sales Softer Than ExpectedEconomic ForecastsRetail sales rebounded only halfway from January’s snowstorm slowdown.By David PayneLast updated 15 March 24

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• A Spotlight on the Pacific States: The Kiplinger LetterThe Kiplinger LetterMost Pacific states are seeing good job growth in multiple sectors including tourism, hospitality, and construction.By David PaynePublished 13 March 24

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