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And, save money during these tax-free weekends Created for {EMAIL} | [Web Version]( August 3, 2024 CONNECT WITH KIPLINGER  [LinkedIn]( [Facebook]( [X]( [Youtube]( [Instagram]( [SIGN UP]( ⋅ [WEBSITE]( [] Top Story [] [A Simple Way to Earn $1 Million More Over Your Lifetime]( [A Simple Way to Earn $1 Million More Over Your Lifetime]( (Getty Images) Over a 40-year working career, [one life choice could earn you an additional $1+ million](. There are costs to this decision, but, as wealth planner Brian Evans argues, you should really consider those costs an investment in yourself — and investment that could grow considerably throughout your working life. So, what is that one key decision? Hint: It's worth sharing as inspiration for the young loved ones in your life gearing up for a new school year. [] Personal Finance [] [10 Old Things in Your Home That Could Be Worth A Fortune]( [10 Old Things in Your Home That Could Be Worth A Fortune]( (Getty Images) Those old items collecting dust in your home can actually be worth more than you think. A lot more. So, before you go throwing away or donating everything from your parent’s attic to Goodwill, check to see if you might be able to make a couple hundred, or even thousand, dollars off of what you find. Personal finance writer Erin Bendig brings you the scoop of [what to look for in your kitchen, closets, living room and beyond](. [Savings Accounts Paying up to 10x the National Average]( Start reaping the benefits of High Yield Savings. Lock in your rate now: Open an account online here. 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But with so many options out there — from locations to niche interests to levels of care — it can be hard to figure out where to go. With that in mind, we've collected seven steps to take to [choose the right retirement community for you.]( [Advice to Help you Keep More of Your Returns]( Our advisors can help you focus on withdrawing your retirement money in a way that helps keep your taxes low. The less you pay in taxes, the longer your money can last. You've worked hard to build up a nest egg and Vanguard advisors are here to help. [LEARN MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT Featured Content Sponsored Content from Kiplinger Personal Finance Magazine [Build wealth. Cut taxes. Retire rich.]( Get a [FREE ISSUE]( of Kiplinger Personal Finance magazine, and save up to 74% to subscribe. Includes special issues such as Investing Outlook, Retirement Planning, Mutual Fund Roundup, and Guide to ETFs. 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