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When Heirs are Imperfect
The money problems or bad lifestyle habits of adult children could lead to the squandering of any inheritance they receive.
How Often Should You Update Your Estate Strategy?
Review your legacy approach regularly, particularly following significant life events or legislative updates.
Estate Management Checklist
Is your estate in order? This short quiz may help you assess your overall strategy.
The Threat of Identity Theft
An article informing readers about the threats of Identity Theft.
Social Security Fairness Act's New Chapter
Learn how the Social Security Fairness Act boosts benefits for eligible public sector workers and their families.
Retirement Seen Through Your Eyes
What's your vision of retirement?
Retiring Wild: National Parks and You
Get ready to enjoy America’s national park system with this helpful article.
Making a Charitable Gift
Did you know that there are benefits and limitations when you decide to donate stock? Learn more about your options.
Problems with Probate
Probate can be a completely public process, or it can be managed to include as little information as possible.
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How Compound Interest Works
Explore how compound interest can grow your money over time with this interactive tool.
Annuity Comparison
Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.
Historical Inflation
See how the purchasing power of a dollar has changed over time due to inflation.
Debt-to-Income Ratio Calculator
Calculate your debt-to-income ratio to understand how lenders may view your financial health.
College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
How Can I Save a Million Dollars?
See what it takes in monthly contributions and time to reach a million-dollar savings goal.
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Retirement Redefined
Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.
Bull and Bear Go To Market
Learn about the difference between bulls and bears—markets, that is!
Top 5 Things to Tell Your Financial Pro
Here are the top 5 things your team may want to hear.
The Cost of Procrastination
Procrastination can be costly. When you get a late start, it may be difficult to make up for lost time.
Forecast
This short video helps explain why markets can be as unpredictable as the weather.
The Real Cost of a Vacation Home
What if instead of buying that vacation home, you invested the money?