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A Living Trust Primer
Living trusts are popular, but their appropriateness will depend upon your individual needs and objectives.
Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.
Critical Estate Documents
Sound estate management includes creating financial and healthcare documents. Here's an inside look.
Early Lessons for Raising Financially Confident Kids
Simple, everyday strategies to help kids develop healthy money habits and financial confidence over time.
The Utility of Sector Investing
Successful sector investing is dependent upon an accurate analysis about when to rotate in and out.
What to Look for in an Extended-Care Policy
Here’s a list of 8 questions to ask that may help you better understand the costs and benefits of extended-care insurance.
Estate Strategies of the Rich and Famous
The examples of famous celebrities underline the need for a clear estate strategy.
Navigating Retirement Pitfalls
Why are they made again and again? Making sense of these errors in judgment.
Data Thieves from Outer Space
Learn about the dangers of internet fraud with this highly educational and fun “pulp” comic.
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How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
Credit Card Payoff
Find out how long it may take to pay off a credit card balance and what it costs in interest.
Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
Compare the true costs of buying versus leasing a vehicle to find the better fit for you.
Inflation & Retirement
See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.
Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
Debt vs. Investment
Weigh the potential outcomes of paying off debt versus directing those dollars elsewhere.
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Encore Careers: Push Your Boundaries
Ready for retirement? Find out why many are considering encore careers and push your boundaries into something more, here.
Emerging Market Opportunities
What are your options for investing in emerging markets?
Charitable Giving: Smart from the Heart
Do you have causes that you want to support with donations?
Inflation and Your Portfolio
Even low inflation rates can pose a threat to investment returns.
Retirement Plan Detectives
Watch this fun video for tips on how to search for missing money.
Extended Care: A Patchwork of Possibilities
What is your plan for health care during retirement?