In Case You Missed It: Answer 6 Critical Questions Before Taking SS Benefits, Estate Planning For Millionaires, How Putting $500 In a CD For 5 Years Can Bolster Your Savings

And, where renters get the most and least space. Created for {EMAIL} | [Web Version]( August 9, 2024 CONNECT WITH KIPLINGER  [LinkedIn]( [Facebook]( [X]( [Instagram ]( [Youtube]( [SIGN UP]( ⋅ [WEBSITE]( [] INTRODUCTION [] [Stepping Into Where Renters Get the Most Space]( From riches to rags. We took a peek into the most expensive real estate in America yesterday, and today we look at where renters get the most bang for their buck. A recent study gives us a glimpse into [how much square footage you can get for $1,500]( and the vast differences between the cost of housing in coastal cities and the country's interior. Kiplinger contributor Kathryn Pomroy tells you where $1,500 will get you over 1,000 square feet and which markets will confine you to less than 450 square feet. 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Learn how you could earn money by putting $500 in a CD for five years. And, try our [savings calculator]( to see how much you’ll earn depending on different deposit amounts and maturity dates. [] High-Net-Worth Estate Planning [] [Estate Planning for Millionaires]( [Estate Planning for Millionaires]( (Getty Images) Estate planning for millionaires and high-net-worth families is complex. Larger estates tend to have multiple homes, business interests, bank and investment accounts, cars, boats, jewelry, and other assets increasing the scope and level of necessary planning. Did you know that the financial services industry has a classification for wealthy clients? Learn [why setting up your team, paperwork, and tax plan is important]( and how it ensures that your beneficiaries get what you set aside for them and minimizes the tax liability for everyone. 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