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Is a Variable Annuity Right for Me?
Pundits go on and on about how “terrible” or “wonderful” annuities are, but they never talk about whether annuities are right
To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.
The Great Debate Continues: Active vs. Passive
In investments, one great debate asks the question, “Active or Passive Investing: Which Is Better?”
Putting a Price Tag On Your Health
Being healthy not only makes you feel good, it may also help you financially.
And the Executor Is
The right executor may help ensure the distribution of your assets is done with as little upheaval as possible.
Insurance Needs Assessment: When You're Newly Married
Marriage changes everything, including your insurance needs.
Retirement Traps to Avoid
Beware of these traps that could upend your retirement.
What is the Value of Your Business?
Ascertaining the value of your business is important for a variety of reasons.
Retiree Health Care Coverage Overseas
Retirees traveling abroad need to know that their health insurance travels with them.
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Self-Employed Retirement Plans
Estimate the maximum contribution amount for a Self-Employed 401(k), SIMPLE IRA, or SEP.
Lifetime of Earnings
Estimate how much you have the potential to earn during your working years.
What Is the Dividend Yield?
This calculator helps determine your pre-tax and after-tax dividend yield on a particular stock.
Can I Refinance My Mortgage?
This calculator can help determine whether it makes sense to refinance your mortgage.
Assess Your Life Insurance Needs
This calculator estimates how much life insurance you would need to meet your family's needs if you were to die prematurely.
What's My Potential Estate Tax?
This calculator helps estimate your federal estate tax liability.
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Protecting Those Who Matter Most
The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
Investment Strategies for Retirement
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.
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 Principles
Principles that can help create a portfolio designed to pursue investment goals.
Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
5 Smart Investing Strategies
There are some smart strategies that may help you pursue your investment objectives
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The Other Sure Thing
Though we don’t like to think about it, all of us will make an exit sometime. Are you prepared?
18 Years’ Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years, with many lasting even longer. Will you fill your post-retirement days with purpose?
Perception vs. Reality
There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.
Bridging the Confidence Gap
In the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be especially apparent.
Once Upon a Goal
Do you know how to set up your financial goals for success? This knight does.
The Power of Tax-Deferred Growth
Why are 401(k) plans, annuities, and IRAs so popular?