Understanding Today's Financial Environment
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Social Security: The \$64,000 Question
One of the most common questions people ask about Social Security is when they should start taking benefits.
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
Mortgages in Retirement
Explore the benefits and drawbacks to paying off your mortgage prior to retirement with this article.
Prescription Drug Benefits Under Medicare (Part D)
Do you need to enroll in Medicare Part D? Read this article to learn more about whether you need this coverage
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.
Qualifying For Medicare Under Age 65
You might qualify for Medicare if you’re under 65-years-old. This article will explain the conditions where you may qualify for Medicare early.
A Primer on Irrevocable Life Insurance Trusts
Irrevocable life insurance trusts can be important tools that may accomplish a number of estate objectives.
A Decision Not Made Is Still a Decision
Investors who put off important investment decisions may face potential consequence to their future financial security.
9 Facts About Social Security
There are things about Social Security that might surprise you.
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Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Use this calculator to estimate your capital gains tax.
Estimate Your RMD
Help determine the required minimum distribution from an IRA or other qualified retirement plan.
Paying Off a Credit Card
Enter various payment options and determine how long it may take to pay off a credit card.
Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
This calculator compares the financial impact of leasing versus buying an automobile.
Lifetime of Earnings
Estimate how much you have the potential to earn during your working years.
Can I Refinance My Mortgage?
This calculator can help determine whether it makes sense to refinance your mortgage.
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Protecting Those Who Matter Most
The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
5 Smart Investing Strategies
There are some smart strategies that may help you pursue your investment objectives
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
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Keeping Up with the Joneses
Lifestyle inflation can be the enemy of wealth building. What could happen if you invested instead of buying more stuff?
Surprise! You’ve Got Money!
Here’s a quick guide to checking to see if you have unclaimed money.
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
The Cost of Procrastination
Procrastination can be costly. When you get a late start, it may be difficult to make up for lost time.
Safeguard Your Digital Estate
If you died, what would happen to your email archives, social profiles and online accounts?
Forecast
The market is as unpredictable as the weather. We’d love to help you prepare.