David Muhlbaum
In his current role as Senior Online Editor, David edits and writes a wide range of content for Kiplinger.com. With more than 20 years of experience with Kiplinger, he has worked on and written for a range of its publications, including The Kiplinger Letter and Kiplinger's Personal Finance magazine. He is a co-host of Your Money's Worth, Kiplinger's podcast and has helped develop the Economic Forecasts feature.
Prior to Kiplinger, David worked as an editor for MarketWatch and before that, America Online, which was then first starting to program content. At AOL, David helped build its business news channel, bringing together a range of wire providers and contract content from sources including The New York Times, Business Week and the Financial Times to create a comprehensive, 24/7 financial news source for millions of readers.
His first job in journalism was with the East Hampton (NY) Star, where coverage of celebrity zoning disputes gave him a life-long appreciation for public records and tax maps. He holds a BA in American Literature from Middlebury College.
David has represented Kiplinger on television, radio and podcasts, particularly on topics automotive. He has appeared on CNBC, WGN-TV (Chicago), Cars Yeah!, Bloomberg BNA, Voice of America and others. He is a member of the Washington Automotive Press Association.
Latest articles by David Muhlbaum
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10 Least Tax-Friendly States for Retirees
retirement Retirees in these states are likely to have a higher overall state and local tax burden than retirees in other states.
By Rocky Mengle • Last updated
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10 Most Tax-Friendly States for Retirees
retirement If you live in one of these tax-friendly states for retirees, your retirement savings could last longer.
By Rocky Mengle • Last updated
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Kiplinger's Tax Map for Retirees: About Our Methodology
retirement Here's how we put together our Retiree Tax Map and related content.
By Rocky Mengle • Last updated
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10 Least Tax-Friendly States for Middle-Class Families
state tax It can cost your family thousands of dollars each year if you end up in one of the worst states for taxes after a move.
By David Muhlbaum • Published
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10 Most Tax-Friendly States for Middle-Class Families
state tax If a move from one state to another is in your future, you could save big bucks by relocating to one of these states where the tax bite is light for middle-class families.
By David Muhlbaum • Published
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Kiplinger's Tax Map for Middle-Class Families: About Our Methodology
state tax The research behind our judgments.
By David Muhlbaum • Published
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Gas Prices Around the World
Budgeting Many world gas prices can make what Americans pay at the pump seem like a bargain. But not all.
By David Muhlbaum • Last updated
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33 States with No Estate Taxes or Inheritance Taxes
retirement Even with the federal exemption from death taxes raised, retirees should pay more attention to estate taxes and inheritance taxes levied by states.
By Rocky Mengle • Last updated
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Netflix Password Sharing Crackdown: What Will It Cost You?
After threatening to limit the popular practice of password sharing for months, the streaming giant has outlined a plan to make it happen.
By David Muhlbaum • Last updated