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Is a SEP-IRA Right for Your Business?
For some, the idea of establishing a retirement strategy evokes worries about complicated reporting and administration.
Social Security: The Elephant in the Room
Some people wonder if Social Security will remain financially sound enough to pay the benefits they are owed.
The ABCs of Zero Coupon Bonds
Understanding some basic concepts may help you assess whether zero-coupon bonds have a place in your portfolio.
Please Leave Home Without It
Concerns over identity theft continue to grow, especially with data breaches at major companies and financial institutions.
Healthcare Costs in Retirement
Without a solid approach, health care expenses may add up quickly and potentially alter your spending.
How Does Your Credit Score Compare?
Have you ever wondered how your credit score compares to the rest of the country? Take a look and see.
Teen Drinking and Your Liability
Drinking may be a “rite of passage” for teens, but when it occurs in your home you may be held responsible for their actions.
A Primer on Irrevocable Life Insurance Trusts
Irrevocable life insurance trusts can be important tools that may accomplish a number of estate objectives.
The Lowdown on Those Free Credit Scores
What’s the deal with your yearly free credit report?
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What's My Potential Estate Tax?
This calculator helps estimate your federal estate tax liability.
Long-Term-Care Needs
Determine your potential long-term care needs and how long your current assets might last.
Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Use this calculator to compare the future value of investments with different tax consequences.
Disability Income
This calculator estimates your chances of becoming disabled and your potential need for disability insurance.
Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
This calculator compares the financial impact of leasing versus buying an automobile.
Saving for College
This calculator can help you estimate how much you should be saving for college.
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Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
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.
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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.
When Special Care Is Needed: The Special Needs Trust
A special needs trust helps care for a special needs child when you’re gone.
Inflation and Your Portfolio
Even low inflation rates can pose a threat to investment returns.
Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.
The Facts About Income Tax
Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.
Global and International Funds
Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?