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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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15 Natural Foods That May Help Reduce Cholesterol, According to a Cardiologist
When people hear the word cholesterol, they often think of something harmful. That reaction is understandable. High cholesterol is a major health concern, affecting 86 million…
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Common blood pressure medications may worsen “stiff heart” failure, researchers say
Heart failure is a major and growing health issue in the United States. It affects millions of people and drives billions of dollars in healthcare spending each year. What many…
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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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Weekly flossing may help reduce stroke risk
A study from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine suggests that flossing just once a week may significantly lower the risk of stroke. Researchers found that people…
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