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What Do Your Taxes Pay For?
Here's a breakdown of how the federal government spends your tax money.
Social Security: The Elephant in the Room
Some people wonder if Social Security will remain financially sound enough to pay the benefits they are owed.
When Heirs are Imperfect
The money problems or bad lifestyle habits of adult children could lead to the squandering of any inheritance they receive.
Do Your Kids Know The Value of a Silver Spoon?
You taught them how to read and how to ride a bike, but have you taught your children how to manage money?
Social Security: Five Facts You Need to Know
Here are five facts about Social Security that are important to keep in mind.
Disability and Your Finances
In the event of an unforeseen accident or illness, disability insurance may be a good way to protect your income and savings.
The Best Apps in Travel
Technology tips to make your next trip even better.
Understanding the Basics of Medigap Policies
Important as it is, Medicare does not cover the full range of health-care expenses you may experience in your golden years.
Earnings for All Seasons
Earnings season can move markets. What is it and why is it important?
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Doubling Your Money
This calculator demonstrates the power of compound interest.
What Is My Life Expectancy?
Estimate how many years you may need retirement assets or how long to provide income to a surviving spouse or children.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
Annuity Comparison
This calculator compares a hypothetical fixed annuity with an account where the interest is taxed each year.
Disability Income
This calculator estimates your chances of becoming disabled and your potential need for disability insurance.
Home Mortgage Deduction
Use this calculator to assess the potential benefits of a home mortgage deduction.
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Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
5 Smart Investing Strategies
There are some smart strategies that may help you pursue your investment objectives
Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
Investment Strategies for Retirement
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.
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Inflation and Your Portfolio
Even low inflation rates can pose a threat to investment returns.
It May Be Time for a Financial Checkup
It’s never a bad time to speak with your financial advisor about changes in your situation.
Social Security: By the Numbers
Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.
Events on Wall Street
Can successful investors predict changes in the markets? Some can but others miss the market’s signals.
The New Wild West: Bitcoin
Bitcoin’s future is uncertain, but one thing is for sure: it’s the wild west out there, and there is no sheriff in town.
The Cost of Procrastination
Procrastination can be costly. When you get a late start, it may be difficult to make up for lost time.