Understanding Today's Financial Environment
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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.
Estate Management 101
A will may be only one of the documents you need—and one factor to consider—when it comes to managing your estate.
Do Your Kids Know The Value of a Silver Spoon?
You taught them how to read and how to ride a bike, but have you taught your children how to manage money?
Three Key Questions to Answer Before Taking Social Security
When to start? Should I continue to work? How can I maximize my benefit?
The Cost of Procrastination
Don't let procrastination keep you from pursuing your financial dreams and goals.
You Would Rather Be...
Are you a thrill seeker, or content to relax in the backyard? Use this flowchart to find out more about your risk tolerance.
Exploring the Federal Student Grant Program
In this article, explore the benefits of the Federal Student Grant Program.
What Will You Do With Your Bonus or Windfall?
This article examines one's options when receiving a work bonus or other financial windfalls.
Breaking Down the Parts of Medicare
Medicare is broken down into four specific parts—but what do they mean? This article will help you understand each piece.
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Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
Compare Roth and traditional 401(k) options to see which may work better for your situation.
Student Loan Payoff Calculator: Extra Payments Can Save You
See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.
Assess Your Life Insurance Needs
Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.
Rent vs Buy Calculator
Compare the long-term financial outcomes of renting versus buying a home.
Long-Term-Care Needs
Estimate potential long-term care costs and what coverage may help address them.
Bi-Weekly Mortgage Payments
See how switching to bi-weekly mortgage payments could reduce interest and shorten your loan.
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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.
Retirement Plan Detectives
Watch this fun video for tips on how to search for missing money.
Surprise! You’ve Got Money!
Here’s a quick guide to checking to see if you have unclaimed money.
When Special Care Is Needed: The Special Needs Trust
A special needs trust helps care for a special needs child when you’re gone.
How Cash Apps Work
Peer-to-peer payment apps are one of the newest ways to send money.
Where Is the Market Headed?
We all know the stock market can be unpredictable. We all want to know, "What's next for the financial markets?"