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And the Executor Is
The right executor may help ensure the distribution of your assets is done with as little upheaval as possible.
Where Will Your Retirement Money Come From?
Retirement income may come from a variety of sources. Here's an overview of the six main sources.
Trends in Charitable Giving
Some people may want a more advanced gifting strategy that can maximize their gift and generate potential tax benefits.
The ABCs of Zero Coupon Bonds
Understanding some basic concepts may help you assess whether zero-coupon bonds have a place in your portfolio.
The Great Debate Continues: Active vs. Passive
In investments, one great debate asks the question, “Active or Passive Investing: Which Is Better?”
Putting a Price Tag On Your Health
Being healthy not only makes you feel good, it may also help you financially.
Managing an Inheritance
A windfall from a loved one can be both rewarding and complicated.
Do Our Biases Affect Our Financial Choices?
Even the most seasoned investors have biases affecting their financial choices.
When Life Insurance Becomes Taxable
Life insurance proceeds are generally tax-free. But not in all cases.
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How Compound Interest Works
Use this calculator to better see the potential impact of compound interest on an asset.
Paying Off a Credit Card
Enter various payment options and determine how long it may take to pay off a credit card.
Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Use this calculator to estimate your capital gains tax.
Impact of Taxes and Inflation
Estimate the potential impact taxes and inflation can have on the purchasing power of an investment.
What Is My Current Cash Flow?
Assess whether you are running “in the black” or “in the red” each month.
What Is the Dividend Yield?
This calculator helps determine your pre-tax and after-tax dividend yield on a particular stock.
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The Latte Lie and Other Myths
Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.
What Can a Million Dollars Buy You?
$1 million in a diversified portfolio could help finance part of your retirement.
Timing Your Retirement
This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.
Jane Bond: Scaling the Ladder
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, uncovering the mystery of bond laddering.
Risk Tolerance: What’s Your Style?
Learn about what risk tolerance really means in this helpful and insightful video.
Dreaming Up an Active Retirement
When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?