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When Special Care Is Needed: The Special Needs Trust
A special needs trust helps care for a special needs child when you’re gone.
The Five Basics of Financial Literacy
How literate are you when it comes to your finances? Brush up with these five basics.
Spotting Credit Trouble
The wise use of credit is a critical skill. These 10 questions will help you assess your skill level.
Financial Aid for Students 101
Help your college-bound child explore scholarships, grants, and more with this article on paying for higher education.
How Will Working Affect Social Security Benefits?
Knowing the rules may help you decide when to start benefits.
Planning for Today’s Retirement Reality
As inflation and market volatility hit, learn how to secure your retirement to maintain your lifestyle
Buying a Home
A look at what you need to think about when buying a home.
Consider Keeping Your Life Insurance When You Retire
Reasons to retain your coverage into your retirement years.
Password Protection Strategies
Simple steps may help you foil hackers and protect your privacy.
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Debt-to-Income Ratio Calculator
Calculate your debt-to-income ratio to understand how lenders may view your financial health.
How Can I Save a Million Dollars?
See what it takes in monthly contributions and time to reach a million-dollar savings goal.
Credit Card Payoff
Find out how long it may take to pay off a credit card balance and what it costs in interest.
IRA Income
Estimate the potential monthly income your IRA balance could generate in retirement.
How Long Will My Savings Last If I Become Disabled?
See how long your current savings might last if a disability interrupted your income.
Federal Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Estimate your potential federal capital gains tax liability on the sale of an asset.
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Your DNA Test
A Detailed Needs Analysis (DNA) can be a simple way to care for loved ones, no matter what the future may hold.
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.
It May Be Time for a Financial Checkup
It’s never a bad time to speak with your financial professional about changes in your situation.
The Facts About Income Tax
Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.
Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?
Timing Your Retirement
This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.