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A Penny Saved is Two Pennies Earned
Here are some simple and inexpensive energy-saving tips that may help you save money.
Charitable Giving: Smart from the Heart
Do you have causes that you want to support with donations?
Glossary of Scam Terms
A helpful glossary of current scams.
Preparing for the Expected
You can plan ahead to protect yourself and your family against the financial consequences of deteriorating health.
Insurance Needs Assessment: Married With Children
When you’re married and have children, insurance needs will be different.
Managing Money as a Couple
Keys to preparing to grow wealthy together.
A Living Trust Primer
Living trusts are popular, but their appropriateness will depend upon your individual needs and objectives.
Volunteering in Retirement
For many, retirement includes contributing their time and talents to an organization in need.
What Is a 1035 Exchange?
1035 exchanges provide a way to trade-in an annuity contract or life insurance policy without triggering a tax liability.
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Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
What's Your MPG?
Calculate your vehicle's fuel efficiency and see what you're spending on gas annually.
Lifetime of Earnings
Estimate how much you may earn over your working years based on your current income.
The Power of 401k Catch-Ups
See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.
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Dog Bites and Homeowners Insurance
Reviewing coverage options is just one thing responsible pet parents can do to help look out for their dogs.
Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?
Safeguard Your Digital Estate
If you died, what would happen to your email archives, social profiles and online accounts?
Retirement and Quality of Life
Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.
The Cost of Procrastination
Procrastination can be costly. When you get a late start, it may be difficult to make up for lost time.
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.