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Ask the Tax Editor, October 30: Reverse Mortgages, 529 Plans and Other Tax Questions
Each week in our Ask the Tax Editor series, Joy Taylor, editor of The Kiplinger Tax Letter, answers questions on topics submitted by readers. This week, she addresses five tax…
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Latest refinance mortgage rate update for Oct. 27, 2026
The average refinance rate for a 30-year fixed home loan is 7.292%, according to Mortgage Resource Center data. If you’re a homeowner looking to refinance for a lower rate or to…
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How fast weight loss can affect the body
In recent years, the use of Ozempic, Mounjaro, and other drugs in the same class has surged. For some people, these medicines are an important treatment for diabetes or…
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The top nut that may support immunity, heart health and more
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Latest refinance mortgage rate update for Oct. 30, 2026
The average rate for refinancing a 30-year fixed mortgage is 7.231%, according to Mortgage Research Center data. If you are a homeowner looking to lower your rate or access…
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Everyday items that were common in homes during the '90s
From overalls to Doc Martens, the style of the '90s was unmistakable, and home decor had just as much character. Households from that era brought back ideas from earlier decades…
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5 Vitamins and Supplements That May Help with Venous Insufficiency
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How to sidestep hidden airline charges
Airfares are much higher than they once were, and the costs keep edging upward. On top of the ticket price, travelers often run into extra charges that can feel endless. Fees for…
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Sleep Apnea: A Dangerous Sleep Disorder Explained
Among sleep disorders, some are widely recognized, such as insomnia, narcolepsy, and restless legs syndrome. Another, less familiar condition is sleep apnea, in which breathing…
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What Are Age Spots (Liver Spots)?
Age spots, also called liver spots or solar lentigines, are flat areas of darkened skin that usually appear on parts of the body exposed to the sun, including the face, hands,…
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