Sandra Block
Kiplinger
Washington, DC, United States
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Past articles by Sandra:
The Basics of Estate Planning
If you have a will or trust, congratulations. But you’re not done with estate planning. → Read More
PODCAST: Defusing the Retirement “Tax Bomb” with David McClellan
If you’ve dutifully socked away money in a 401(k) or IRA for years, you could be in for an unpleasant shock when it comes time to take money out of those accounts. Also, the IRS is sending out a surprise round of checks. → Read More
PODCAST: Tax Breaks for College Finance with Kalman Chany
Paying for (ever-pricier) college is a challenge that this consultant meets head on with highly specific guidance. → Read More
Reading, Writing, and Personal Finance
A growing number of high schools are adding personal finance to their curriculum. → Read More
PODCAST: Car-Buying in an Inflated Market with Jenni Newman
With cars both scarce and expensive these days, what to do if you want – or need – a new ride? Car-buying strategist Jenni Newman of Cars.com shares some tips. Also, more on the magical 9% savings bond. → Read More
PODCAST: How to Find a Job After Graduation, with Beth Handler-Grunt
Today’s successful job applicants need to know how to ace the virtual interview and be prepared to do good old-fashioned research and networking. Also, gas prices are high, but try a little global perspective, → Read More
Career Advice For New College Grads
Research potential employers, and don’t wear pajama bottoms for Zoom interviews. → Read More
PODCAST: Is a Recession Coming?
With a lot of recession talk out there, we might just talk ourselves into one. We take that risk with Jim Patterson of The Kiplinger Letter. Also, dollar stores: deal or no deal? → Read More
PODCAST: This Couple Tackles Love and Money as a Team
Fyooz Financial, the husband and wife team of Dan and Natalie Slagle, have carved out a niche advising other couples with the money questions that come with pairing up. Also, where is this troubled stock market headed? → Read More
PODCAST: Which Documents to Keep, Which to Shred and Which to Scan
A speedy recovery from disaster can depend on your recordkeeping. Kiplinger’s Personal Finance writer Rivan Stinson tells us how to get our papers in order. → Read More
PODCAST: Decoding ESG Investing with Ellen Kennedy
Environmental, social and governance investing is simpler than it sounds, and has a profitable track record to boot. → Read More
PODCAST: High Gas Prices with The Kiplinger Letter’s Jim Patterson
Why are we paying so much more at the pump? How long will it last? What can you do? Plus: Congress is making changes to retirement-savings rules again. → Read More
The Lowdown on Living Trusts
A trust can solve a lot of problems. But like all tools, it can also be misused. → Read More
PODCAST: The 2022 Real Estate Market with Daniel Bortz
Daniel Bortz doesn’t just write about home sales and housing prices – he’s been in the business. He’ll share insights about the real estate outlook for 2022 and “how-to” tips for both buyers and sellers. Also, the pain of high gas prices. → Read More
Why Your Tax Refund Could Be Bigger This Year
Expanded credits and stimulus checks are boosting some tax refunds this year. But if you get a big refund, consider investing it! → Read More
PODCAST: The Future of Certified Financial Planners with Kamila Elliott
CFPs will tell you (and we’d agree) that not all financial advice is the same. We talk with the chair of the CFP Board about what she’s doing to preserve her organization’s brand and extend its reach. Also, the right way to file your tax returns for free. → Read More
Extending Financial Planning’s Reach
The challenge is to attract more women and minorities as professionals—and clients. → Read More
PODCAST: There’s No Escaping Your Credit Score (So Make It Count)
Kiplinger’s credit expert, Lisa Gerstner, joins us to talk credit strategy. Also, a number of new electric cars hit the market this year. Will one work for Sandy? → Read More
How to Cut Your 2021 Tax Bill
Our guidance could help you claim a higher refund or reduce the amount you owe. → Read More
How to File Your Taxes for Free
If you had adjusted gross income of $73,000 or less in 2021, you can e-file your federal return without charge. → Read More