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Managing Money as a Couple
Keys to preparing to grow wealthy together.
A Penny Saved is Two Pennies Earned
Here are some simple and inexpensive energy-saving tips that may help you save money.
Crowdfunding—Capital for the 21st Century
Crowdfunding continues to gain momentum as more people search the Internet for financing and fundraising alternatives.
Gap Insurance for Leased Cars
If you’re thinking of leasing a new car, then you shouldn’t forget about gap insurance.
Split Annuity Strategy
Here's one strategy that combines two different annuities to generate income and rebuild principal.
Consider Keeping Your Life Insurance When You Retire
Reasons to retain your coverage into your retirement years.
When Does Your Personal Car Become a Commercial Vehicle?
At what point can you call a personal vehicle commercial?
How to Invest in LGBTQ+ Friendly Companies
This article allows those who support LGBTQ+ interests to explore the possibilities of Socially Responsible Investing.
Women and Financial Strategies
Most women don’t shy away from the day-to-day financial decisions, but some may be leaving their future to chance.
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Can I Refinance My Mortgage?
This calculator can help determine whether it makes sense to refinance your mortgage.
Inflation & Retirement
Estimate how much income may be needed at retirement to maintain your standard of living.
Long-Term-Care Needs
Determine your potential long-term care needs and how long your current assets might last.
What's My Potential Estate Tax?
This calculator helps estimate your federal estate tax liability.
Disability Income
This calculator estimates your chances of becoming disabled and your potential need for disability insurance.
Lifetime of Earnings
Estimate how much you have the potential to earn during your working years.
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5 Smart Investing Strategies
There are some smart strategies that may help you pursue your investment objectives
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.
Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
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.
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Forecast
The market is as unpredictable as the weather. We’d love to help you prepare.
Rightsizing for Retirement
What does your home really cost?
Your DNA Test
If your family relies on your income, it’s critical to know what their needs would be in the event of your death.
Keeping Up with the Joneses
Lifestyle inflation can be the enemy of wealth building. What could happen if you invested instead of buying more stuff?
The Cost of Procrastination
Procrastination can be costly. When you get a late start, it may be difficult to make up for lost time.
Finding the Balance
The sandwich generation faces unique challenges. For many, meeting needs is a matter of finding a balance.