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“Dirty Dozen” Tax Scams to Watch For
Every year the IRS releases its list of tax scams, spotlighting some ways that people try to separate you from your money.
The Pre-Retirement Checklist
This checklist can give you a quick snapshot of how prepared you are.
All Muni Bonds Are Not Created Equal
Gaining a better understanding of municipal bonds makes more sense than ever.
4 Steps to Protecting a Child with Disabilities
Planning for a special-needs child can be complicated, confusing, and even overwhelming.
Split Annuity Strategy
Here's one strategy that combines two different annuities to generate income and rebuild principal.
Prevent a Rift: Money Tips for Newlyweds
Couples may be able to head off many of the problems in a marriage that money can cause.
To Catch a Thief
Having your identity stolen may result in financial loss plus the cost of trying to restore your good name.
A Living Trust Primer
Living trusts are popular, but their appropriateness will depend upon your individual needs and objectives.
9 Facts About Social Security
There are things about Social Security that might surprise you.
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Lifetime of Earnings
Estimate how much you have the potential to earn during your working years.
Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Use this calculator to compare the future value of investments with different tax consequences.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
Social Security Taxes
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be considered taxable.
Historical Inflation
This calculator shows how inflation over the years has impacted purchasing power.
Potential Income from an IRA
Estimate your monthly and annual income from various IRA types.
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Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
Investment Strategies for Retirement
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
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Forecast
The market is as unpredictable as the weather. We’d love to help you prepare.
The Fed and How It Got That Way
Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.
From Boats to Brokers
From the Dutch East India Company to Wall Street, the stock market has a long and storied history.
Preparing For the Ultimate Vacation
Make your retirement as exciting as your next vacation.
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
Extended Care: A Patchwork of Possibilities
What is your plan for health care during retirement?