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Do You Owe The AMT?
If you want to avoid potential surprises at tax time, it may make sense to know where you stand when it comes to the AMT.
The Financial Literacy Crisis
Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.
Saving on Fitness Center Membership Costs
There are ways to improve your physical fitness without denting your fiscal fitness.
Important Birthdays Over 50
Here's a look at several birthdays and “half-birthdays” that have implications regarding your retirement income.
An Overview of Renter’s Insurance
Don’t overlook the need for renter’s insurance if you rent your home.
Systematic Withdrawals in Retirement
Taking regular, periodic withdrawals during retirement can be quite problematic.
IRA Withdrawals that Escape the 10% Tax Penalty
The list of IRA withdrawals that may be taken without incurring a 10% early penalty has grown.
Immediate vs. Deferred Annuities
Looking forward to retirement? It's critical to understand the difference between immediate and deferred annuities.
Getting a Head Start on College Savings
A few strategies that may help you prepare for the cost of higher education.
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Home Mortgage Deduction
Use this calculator to assess the potential benefits of a home mortgage deduction.
Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).
Estimate Your RMD
Help determine the required minimum distribution from an IRA or other qualified retirement plan.
Doubling Your Money
This calculator demonstrates the power of compound interest.
Interested in a Fuel Efficient Car?
Estimate how many months it may take to recover the out-of-pocket costs when buying a more efficient vehicle.
How Compound Interest Works
Use this calculator to better see the potential impact of compound interest on an asset.
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Investment Strategies for Retirement
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.
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.
An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
5 Smart Investing Principles
Principles that can help create a portfolio designed to pursue investment goals.
Protecting Those Who Matter Most
The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
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Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?
There are three things to consider before dipping into retirement savings to pay for college.
To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.
Retiring the 4% Rule
A portfolio created with your long-term objectives in mind is crucial as you pursue your dream retirement.
Can Election Results Predict the Market?
How do the markets usually react to elections? Was the 2016 election any different?
The Fed and How It Got That Way
Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.
18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. Are you prepared to fill that many days?