Understanding Today's Financial Environment
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Disability and Your Finances
In the event of an unforeseen accident or illness, disability insurance may be a good way to protect your income and savings.

The Basics of Medicare
Learn all about Medicare basics in this informative and insightful article.

The Facts About Income Tax
Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.
When Life Insurance Becomes Taxable
Life insurance proceeds are generally tax-free. But not in all cases.
Insuring Your Business Against Cyber Liability
90% of small businesses in the U.S. don't protect their data from cyber attacks. Is your business at risk?
Volunteering in Retirement
For many, retirement includes contributing their time and talents to an organization in need.
Mortgages in Retirement
Explore the benefits and drawbacks to paying off your mortgage prior to retirement with this article.
What You Should Do About Insurance Following a Divorce
In the face of divorce, making changes to insurance coverage may be overlooked.
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.
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Potential Income from an IRA
Estimate your monthly and annual income from various IRA types.
Doubling Your Money
This calculator demonstrates the power of compound interest.
Paying Off a Credit Card
Enter various payment options and determine how long it may take to pay off a credit card.
Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).
What Is the Dividend Yield?
This calculator helps determine your pre-tax and after-tax dividend yield on a particular stock.
What Is My Current Cash Flow?
Assess whether you are running “in the black” or “in the red” each month.
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An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
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.
Investment Strategies for Retirement
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.
Protecting Those Who Matter Most
The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
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The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.
Understanding the SECURE Act
Explaining the SECURE Act and how the changes affect your retirement strategy.
The Cost of Procrastination
Procrastination can be costly. When you get a late start, it may be difficult to make up for lost time.
A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit
Taking your Social Security benefits at the right time may help maximize your benefit.
What Smart Investors Know
Savvy investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.
Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.