Understanding Today’s Financial Environment
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Comparing Investments
This calculator compares the net gain of a taxable investment versus a tax-favored one.
The Latte Lie and Other Myths
Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.
The Ivory Tower Changes Wall Street
Thanks to the work of three economists, we have a better understanding of what determines an asset’s price.
Does Your Credit Score Affect Your Insurance Rates?
Your credit score may influence how much you pay for auto and home insurance.
Your Shifting Risk Tolerance
Time and market performance may subtly and slowly imbalance your portfolio.
Life Insurance Myths: Debunked
Whether you have life insurance through your work, are retired, or are raising a family, it pays to know the truth about life insurance coverage. Examine and debunk the five most common life insurance myths, and arm yourself with knowledge.
The Utility of Sector Investing
Successful sector investing is dependent upon an accurate analysis about when to rotate in and out.
Buying a Vacation Home? 5 Questions to Consider First
You may be considering purchasing a vacation property, this can be an exciting milestone, but there are a few things to consider first.
Estate Management Checklist
Is your estate in order? This short quiz may help you assess your overall strategy.
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Saving for College
This calculator can help you estimate how much you should be saving for college.
Can I Refinance My Mortgage?
This calculator can help determine whether it makes sense to refinance your mortgage.
Bi-Weekly Payments
This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.
Paying Off a Credit Card
Enter various payment options and determine how long it may take to pay off a credit card.
Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Use this calculator to estimate your capital gains tax.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
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Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
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.
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.
5 Smart Investing Principles
Principles that can help create a portfolio designed to pursue investment goals.
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Choosing a Mortgage
Selecting a mortgage isn't an easy process. Get a better understanding of how professionals make the right decisions.
When Special Care Is Needed: The Special Needs Trust
A special needs trust helps care for a special needs child when you’re gone.
A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List
Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.
The Facts About Income Tax
Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.
A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.
What Can a Million Dollars Buy You?
$1 million in a diversified portfolio could help finance part of your retirement.