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Global vs. International: What’s The Difference?
International funds invest in non-U.S. markets, while global funds may invest in U.S. stocks alongside non-U.S. stocks.
Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?
There are three things to consider before dipping into retirement savings to pay for college.
Changing Unhealthy Behaviors
Five phases to changing unhealthy behaviors.
Social Security: The $64,000 Question
One of the most common questions people ask about Social Security is when they should start taking benefits.
Does Your Portfolio Fit Your Retirement Lifestyle?
Lifestyle considerations in creating your retirement portfolio.
How Will Working Affect Social Security Benefits?
Knowing the rules may help you decide when to start benefits.
What the New Tax Bill Means for You
What does the Tax Reform and Jobs Act mean for you?
Keeping Good Records is Good Business
Maintaining good records for your business not only helps to meet your tax and legal obligations, but it can save you money.
A Home Insurance Claim: To File Or Not To File
Learn when it may not make sense to file a claim on your home insurance.
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Tax Freedom Day
Assess how many days you'll work to pay your federal tax liability.
Long-Term-Care Needs
Determine your potential long-term care needs and how long your current assets might last.
Interested in a Fuel Efficient Car?
Estimate how many months it may take to recover the out-of-pocket costs when buying a more efficient vehicle.
How Compound Interest Works
Use this calculator to better see the potential impact of compound interest on an asset.
What Is My Life Expectancy?
Estimate how many years you may need retirement assets or how long to provide income to a surviving spouse or children.
Estimate Your RMD
Help determine the required minimum distribution from an IRA or other qualified retirement plan.
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Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
Protecting Those Who Matter Most
The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
Tax Management Strategies
Learn more about taxes, tax-favored investing, and tax strategies.
5 Smart Investing Strategies
There are some smart strategies that may help you pursue your investment objectives
Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
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Should You Ever Retire?
A growing number of Americans are pushing back the age at which they plan to retire. Or deciding not to retire at all.
The Cycle of Investing
Understanding the cycle of investing may help you avoid easy pitfalls.
When Do You Need a Will?
When do you need a will? The answer is easy: Right Now.
Estate Management 101
A will may be only one of the documents you need—and one factor to consider—when it comes to managing your estate
It May Be Time for a Financial Checkup
It’s never a bad time to speak with your financial advisor about changes in your situation.
To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.