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The Power of Interest - How Long Will it take My Money to Do
Use the Rule of 72 to estimate how long it takes your money to double at a given rate.
Rent vs Buy Calculator
Compare the long-term financial outcomes of renting versus buying a home.
Social Security: Maximizing Benefits
There are other ways to maximize Social Security benefits, in addition to waiting to claim them.
Should You Borrow from Your 401(k)?
Does it make sense to borrow from my 401(k) to pay off debt or to make a major purchase?
What Do Your Taxes Pay For?
Here's a breakdown of how the federal government spends your tax money.
Split Annuity Strategy
Here's one strategy that combines two different annuities to generate income and rebuild principal.
Conquering Retirement Challenges for Women
Looking ahead can help you conquer these unique obstacles.
Keep Your Umbrella Handy
Umbrella liability can be a fairly inexpensive way to help shelter current assets and future income from the unexpected.
Estate Management Checklist
Is your estate in order? This short quiz may help you assess your overall strategy.
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Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Compare how the same contribution grows differently in taxable versus tax-deferred accounts.
The Power of 401k Catch-Ups
See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.
Comparing Investments
Compare two different scenarios side by side to see how they stack up over time.
Historical Inflation
See how the purchasing power of a dollar has changed over time due to inflation.
What Rate Would I Need to Earn on My Savings?
Work backwards from your savings goal to find the rate of return you'd need to get there.
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Behavioral Finance
An amusing and whimsical look at behavioral finance best practices for investors.
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 Other Sure Thing
A new LIMRA study shows that 40% of Americans believe the death of a primary wage earner would cause financial challenges.
What Can a Million Dollars Buy You?
$1 million in a diversified portfolio could help finance part of your retirement.
It May Be Time for a Financial Checkup
It’s never a bad time to speak with your financial professional about changes in your situation.
How Cash Apps Work
Peer-to-peer payment apps are one of the newest ways to send money.