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The Latte Lie and Other Myths
Do you know these three personal finance sayings?
Why You Need an Estate Strategy
Do you have an estate strategy? You should.
Choices for Your 401(k) at a Former Employer
Individuals have three basic choices with the 401(k) account they accrued at a previous employer.
Countdown to College
Preparing for college means setting goals, staying focused, and tackling a few key milestones along the way.
Where Will Your Retirement Money Come From?
Retirement income may come from a variety of sources. Here's an overview of the six main sources.
Building Your Legacy
A four-step framework for building a personal legacy.
The Financial Literacy Crisis
Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.
Death is No Excuse
The federal government requires deceased individuals to file a final income tax return.
Stop Wasting Money
One way to find money is to examine your current spending habits and eliminate money wasters.
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Paying Off a Credit Card
Enter various payment options and determine how long it may take to pay off a credit card.
Should I Pay Off Debt or Invest?
This calculator will help determine whether you should invest funds or pay down debt.
Potential Income from an IRA
Estimate your monthly and annual income from various IRA types.
Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).
Tax Freedom Day
Assess how many days you'll work to pay your federal tax liability.
Long-Term-Care Needs
Determine your potential long-term care needs and how long your current assets might last.
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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.
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.
An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
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The Cost of Procrastination
Procrastination can be costly. When you get a late start, it may be difficult to make up for lost time.
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.
What Smart Investors Know
Smart investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.
Retiring the 4% Rule
A portfolio created with your long-term objectives in mind is crucial as you pursue your dream retirement.
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.
Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?