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Tax Deductions You Won't Believe
Here are some examples of deductions from the IRS that were permitted and some that were, uh, too creative.
The Latte Lie and Other Myths
Do you know these three personal finance sayings?
Don’t Be Your Own Worst Enemy
Emotional biases can adversely impact financial decision making. Here’s a few to be mindful of.
Mutual Funds vs. ETFs
Exchange-traded funds have some things in common with mutual funds, but there are differences, too.
Orchestrating Your Retirement Accounts
Getting the instruments of your retirement to work in concert may go far in realizing the retirement you imagine.
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?
Personal Finance Tips for Military Families
Military families face unique challenges, making personal finance even more critical.
Healthcare Costs in Retirement
Without a solid approach, health care expenses may add up quickly and potentially alter your spending.
Understanding Homeowner’s Insurance
Purchasing homeowners insurance is critical for protecting your home.
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Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
How Compound Interest Works
Use this calculator to better see the potential impact of compound interest on an asset.
Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Use this calculator to estimate your capital gains tax.
Can I Refinance My Mortgage?
This calculator can help determine whether it makes sense to refinance your mortgage.
Long-Term-Care Needs
Determine your potential long-term care needs and how long your current assets might last.
Estimate Your RMD
Help determine the required minimum distribution from an IRA or other qualified retirement plan.
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Tax Management Strategies
Learn more about taxes, tax-favored investing, and tax strategies.
5 Smart Investing Strategies
There are some smart strategies that may help you pursue your investment objectives
Investment Strategies for Retirement
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.
Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
Protecting Those Who Matter Most
The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
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18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. Are you prepared to fill that many days?
Surprises
Making the most of surprises is a great reason to work with us.
Should You Ever Retire?
A growing number of Americans are pushing back the age at which they plan to retire. Or deciding not to retire at all.
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.
When Special Care Is Needed: The Special Needs Trust
A special needs trust helps care for a special needs child when you’re gone.
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