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Helpful Content
The Economic Journey of Your Morning Coffee
Few contemplate the complex journey that brought their coffee from farm to kitchen table.
Get Paid for Going Green
Those looking into environmentally minded home modifications may get a boost from Uncle Sam’s tax incentives.
A Cheat Sheet for Sending Your Kid to College
Dropping off your son or daughter is loaded with emotions; here are a few tips for a smoother experience.
Best Performing Asset Classes
Bonds may outperform stocks one year only to have stocks rebound the next.
Is a Variable Annuity Right for Me?
Pundits go on and on about how “terrible” or “wonderful” annuities are, but they never talk about whether annuities are right
You May Need to Make Estimated Tax Payments If…
Have income that isn’t subject to tax withholding? Or insufficient withholdings? You may have to pay estimated taxes.
An Overview of Renter’s Insurance
Don’t overlook the need for renter’s insurance if you rent your home.
What If You Get Audited?
The chances of an IRS audit aren't that high. And being audited does not necessarily imply that the IRS suspects wrongdoing.
Investing with Your Heart
For some, the social impact of investing is just as important as the return, perhaps more important.
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Annuity Comparison
This calculator compares a hypothetical fixed annuity with an account where the interest is taxed each year.
Doubling Your Money
This calculator demonstrates the power of compound interest.
Comparing Investments
This calculator compares the net gain of a taxable investment versus a tax-favored one.
Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Use this calculator to estimate your capital gains tax.
Long-Term-Care Needs
Determine your potential long-term care needs and how long your current assets might last.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
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Tax Management Strategies
Learn more about taxes, tax-favored investing, and tax strategies.
Protecting Those Who Matter Most
The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
Keys to Investing for Retirement
There are some key concepts to understand when investing for retirement
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.
5 Smart Investing Strategies
There are some smart strategies that may help you pursue your investment objectives
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What Our Kids Can Teach us About Saving Money
Would you guess that Millennials are effectively saving for retirement? Well, they are.
Perception vs. Reality
There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.
Emerging Market Opportunities
What are your options for investing in emerging markets?
The Fed and How It Got That Way
Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.
To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.
The Cycle of Investing
Understanding the cycle of investing may help you avoid easy pitfalls.