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The Power of 401k Catch-Ups
See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.
Understanding Money Market Funds
Check out this brief article which explores the role Money Market Funds may play in your portfolio.
Social Security Fairness Act's New Chapter
Learn how the Social Security Fairness Act boosts benefits for eligible public sector workers and their families.
How Retirement Spending Changes With Time
It can be difficult for clients to imagine how much they’ll spend in retirement. This short, insightful article is useful.
The Half Million Dollar Baby
The true cost of raising a child may be far more than you expect.
Can I Create a Roth if I’m Over the Income Limit?
Use this article to start conversations about the “backdoor” Roth IRA strategy.
Women on the Rise
Explore the growing influence women wield over the economy with this handy infographic.
What to Expect in Your First Year of Retirement
A visual comparison showing how daily life, income, and routines often shift during the first year of retirement.
Understanding Extended Care
Understanding the types of extended care services—and what those services could cost—may be critical.
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Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
Compare the true costs of buying versus leasing a vehicle to find the better fit for you.
Credit Card Payoff
Find out how long it may take to pay off a credit card balance and what it costs in interest.
College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
IRA Income
Estimate the potential monthly income your IRA balance could generate in retirement.
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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.
To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.
Bull and Bear Go To Market
Learn about the difference between bulls and bears—markets, that is!
The Fed and How It Got That Way
Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.
Inflation and Your Portfolio
Even low inflation rates can pose a threat to investment returns.
