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A Living Trust Primer
Living trusts are popular, but their appropriateness will depend upon your individual needs and objectives.
What Do Your Taxes Pay For?
Here's a breakdown of how the federal government spends your tax money.
The Economic Journey of Your Morning Coffee
Few contemplate the complex journey that brought their coffee from farm to kitchen table.
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.
Weighing the Benefits of Prepaid Debit Cards
It's important to understand the pros and cons when considering a prepaid debit card.
Insurance Needs Assessment: When You're Newly Married
Marriage changes everything, including your insurance needs.
Estimating the Cost of College
This worksheet can help you estimate the costs of a four-year college program.
Dog Bites Neighbor. Now What?
Even dogs have bad days. So, what happens when your dog bites a neighbor or passing pedestrian?
Creative Ways to Motivate Your Employees
Five creative (and inexpensive) ideas for motivating your employees.
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What's My Potential Estate Tax?
This calculator helps estimate your federal estate tax liability.
Comparing Investments
This calculator compares the net gain of a taxable investment versus a tax-favored one.
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.
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.
Contributing to an IRA?
Determine if you are eligible to contribute to a traditional or Roth IRA.
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Retirement Plan Distributions
There are a number of ways to withdraw money from a qualified retirement plan.
5 Smart Investing Strategies
There are some smart strategies that may help you pursue your investment objectives
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Can Election Results Predict the Market?
How do the markets usually react to elections? Was the 2016 election any different?
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.
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.
Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot
There are a few things to consider when buying or leasing your next vehicle.
How to Retire Early
Retiring early sounds like a dream come true, but it’s important to take a look at the cold, hard facts.