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The Rule of 72
Do you know how long it may take for your investments to double in value? The Rule of 72 is a quick way to figure it out.
New Trends Redefine Travel
The latest trends in travel reflect a rich menu of exciting new possibilities.
Split Annuity Strategy
Here's one strategy that combines two different annuities to generate income and rebuild principal.
Insuring Your Second Home
There are unique risks of owning a second home and obtaining the proper coverage may protect you from financial risk.
Keeping Summer Safe: Pool and Spa Safety Tips
Each year hundreds of children die or are injured in pool accidents. By taking seven steps, you can keep your pool safe.
How Insurance Deductibles Work
Knowing how insurance deductibles work can help you save money and give you peace of mind.
What Do Your Taxes Pay For?
Here's a breakdown of how the federal government spends your tax money.
A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
Longer, healthier living can put greater stress on retirement assets; the bucket approach may be one answer.
Women and Financial Strategies
Most women don’t shy away from the day-to-day financial decisions, but some may be leaving their future to chance.
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Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
This calculator compares the financial impact of leasing versus buying an automobile.
Social Security Taxes
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be considered taxable.
Should I Pay Off Debt or Invest?
This calculator will help determine whether you should invest funds or pay down debt.
Paying Off a Credit Card
Enter various payment options and determine how long it may take to pay off a credit card.
Self-Employed Retirement Plans
Estimate the maximum contribution amount for a Self-Employed 401(k), SIMPLE IRA, or SEP.
What Is the Dividend Yield?
This calculator helps determine your pre-tax and after-tax dividend yield on a particular stock.
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Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
Retirement Plan Distributions
There are a number of ways to withdraw money from a qualified retirement plan.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
Tax Management Strategies
Learn more about taxes, tax-favored investing, and tax strategies.
Protecting Those Who Matter Most
The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
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When Do You Need a Will?
When do you need a will? The answer is easy: Right Now.
Ready for Retirement?
Are you ready for retirement? Here are five words you should consider.
A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.
An Arm and a Leg
A visit to the hospital can be painful, for both your body and your wallet. Don’t let it be more painful than it has to be.
Safeguard Your Digital Estate
If you died, what would happen to your email archives, social profiles and online accounts?
Are Alternative Investments Right for You?
With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.