Ask Kim: Can I use freelance money to save for retirement?
Q. I earned some money on freelance writing projects this year. Can I use that money to set up a retirement savings plan? A. Yes. Your two best choices are...
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Ask Kim: How can my daughter avoid ID theft at school
Q. How can I protect my daughter from ID theft when she goes away to college? A. Identity theft can be an issue for children at college because they're living...
What you should know about 2012 Medicare Open Enrollment
Q: What changes will there be to open enrollment for Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage plans this year? When do I need to decide on my 2013 plan? A:...
Briefs: Kiplinger
HOW TO EVALUATE YOUR MEDICARE OPTIONS If you're age 65 or over, you have a slew of choices for filling the gaps in Medicare during open-enrollment season, which runs from...
Health care reform could cost you
Far from being the last word, the U.S. Supreme Court's decision on the health care reform law set off a flurry of activity. States, employers and insurers are scrambling to...
Protecting your home, finances from storm loss
The hurricane season, which officially started June 1 and ends Nov. 30, increases the chances for expensive home damage from rain, flooding, sewer backups and fallen trees. But many of...
Ask Kim: How can I insure against flood damage?
Q. I live in Colorado Springs, Colo., near where the Waldo Canyon fire destroyed homes this summer. My home was spared, but now that the foothills west of town have...
Know the rules for new health care investment surtax
Q: I understand that the health care reform law imposes a new tax on investments. To whom does the tax apply, and when does it take effect? A: Starting in...
Make the most of health insurance changes for 2013
The National Business Group on Health conducts an annual survey of health benefits offered by many of the largest employers nationwide, and it always provides a first glimpse at health-plan...
Ask Kim: Can I keep my health coverage if I change jobs?
Q. I have a serious medical condition, and I would like to change jobs. Is there a way that I can keep my old coverage if my new employer doesn't...