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Variable Universal Life Insurance
Variable Universal Life is permanent insurance in which the policyholder directs how premiums are invested.
Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?
There are three things to consider before dipping into retirement savings to pay for college.
Death is No Excuse
The federal government requires deceased individuals to file a final income tax return.
Good Health is Good Business
Good employee health can be great for the company’s bottom line.
Healthy Body, Healthy Pocketbook
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle can help you reduce health-related expenses—and avoid time in the recovery room.
Understanding the Basics of Medigap Policies
Important as it is, Medicare does not cover the full range of health-care expenses you may experience in your golden years.
What is the Value of Your Business?
Ascertaining the value of your business is important for a variety of reasons.
Strategies For Managing Student Loan Debt
Five strategies for managing your student debt.
Insurance Needs Assessment: For Empty Nesters and Retirees
Do your insurance needs stay the same when the nest empties?
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What's My Potential Estate Tax?
This calculator helps estimate your federal estate tax liability.
Historical Inflation
This calculator shows how inflation over the years has impacted purchasing power.
How Much Home Can I Afford?
With a few simple inputs you can estimate how much of a mortgage you may be able to obtain.
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.
What Is My Current Net Worth?
Use this calculator to estimate your net worth by adding up your assets and subtracting your liabilities.
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5 Smart Investing Strategies
There are some smart strategies that may help you pursue your investment objectives
5 Smart Investing Principles
Principles that can help create a portfolio designed to pursue investment goals.
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.
Keys to Investing for Retirement
There are some key concepts to understand when investing for retirement
Protecting Those Who Matter Most
The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
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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.
Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.
Emerging Market Opportunities
What are your options for investing in emerging markets?
An Arm and a Leg
A visit to the hospital can be painful, for both your body and your wallet. Don’t let it be more painful than it has to be.
Exit Strategies of the Rich and Famous
Estate conservation is too important to put off. Do you have a smart exit strategy?
Inflation and Your Portfolio
Even low inflation rates can pose a threat to investment returns.