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Social Security: The Elephant in the Room
Some people wonder if Social Security will remain financially sound enough to pay the benefits they are owed.
Problems with Probate
Probate can be a completely public process, or it can be managed to include as little information as possible.
The Business Cycle
Understanding the economy's cycles can help put current business conditions in better perspective.
Six Most Overlooked Tax Deductions
Six overlooked tax deductions to help manage your tax bill.
Revising Estate Strategy Assumptions
Estate tax exemptions rules appear to be stabilizing, prompting many to reconsider conventional estate strategies.
The ABC’s of Auto Insurance
What kind of auto insurance should you have? Do you know?
When Should You Take Social Security
Monthly Social Security payments differ substantially depending on when you start receiving benefits.
Death is No Excuse
The federal government requires deceased individuals to file a final income tax return.
How Will Working Affect Social Security Benefits?
Knowing the rules may help you decide when to start benefits.
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Interested in a Fuel Efficient Car?
Estimate how many months it may take to recover the out-of-pocket costs when buying a more efficient vehicle.
Lifetime of Earnings
Estimate how much you have the potential to earn during your working years.
Bi-Weekly Payments
This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.
A Look at Systematic Withdrawals
This calculator may help you estimate how long funds may last given regular withdrawals.
Impact of Taxes and Inflation
Estimate the potential impact taxes and inflation can have on the purchasing power of an investment.
Estimate Your RMD
Help determine the required minimum distribution from an IRA or other qualified retirement plan.
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An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
Tax Management Strategies
Learn more about taxes, tax-favored investing, and tax strategies.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
Protecting Those Who Matter Most
The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
Investment Strategies for Retirement
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.
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The Rule of 72
Do you know how long it may take for your investments to double in value? The Rule of 72 is a quick way to figure it out.
The Facts About Income Tax
Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.
The Real Cost of a Vacation Home
What if instead of buying that vacation home, you invested the money?
16 Wall Street Cliches in 60 Seconds
Pundits say a lot of things about the markets. Let's see if you can keep up.
Can Election Results Predict the Market?
How do the markets usually react to elections? Was the 2016 election any different?
18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. Are you prepared to fill that many days?