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3 Estate Challenges for Blended Families
This article will help your clients with blended families think and prepare their estate strategy.
IRA Withdrawals that Escape the 10% Tax Penalty
The list of IRA withdrawals that may be taken without incurring a 10% early penalty has grown.
What Is a Roth 401(k)?
Roth 401(k) plans combine features of traditional 401(k) plans with those of a Roth IRA.
Tax Efficiency in Retirement
What role would taxes play in your investment decisions?
Life and Death of a Twenty Dollar Bill
How long does a $20 bill last?
Global vs. International: What’s the Difference?
International funds invest in non-U.S. markets, while global funds may invest in U.S. stocks alongside non-U.S. stocks.
Buying Auto Insurance For Teen Drivers
Tips on insuring your teen driver.
Money that Buys Good Health is Never Ill Spent
It's important to make sure your retirement strategy anticipates health-care expenses.
Four Reasons Millennials Need an Estate Strategy
Estate strategies for millennials may sound like less of a concern than retirement, but young adults should prepare now.
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How Compound Interest Works
Explore how compound interest can grow your money over time with this interactive tool.
How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
Social Security Tax Estimator
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be subject to federal income tax.
Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
Assess Your Life Insurance Needs
Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Compare different mortgage term lengths side by side to find the option that fits your budget.
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Bull and Bear Go To Market
Learn about the difference between bulls and bears—markets, that is!
Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.
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.
RE: Retirement
How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?
The Long Run: Women and Retirement
For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.
Forecast
This short video helps explain why markets can be as unpredictable as the weather.