Your Financial Future
Today’s economic environment presents many challenges. But along with these challenges comes opportunities and potential rewards for those who can identify long-term trends.
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Helpful Content
The Financial Literacy Crisis
Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.
Year-End Financial Moves to Maximize Your Momentum
Use these year-end financial strategies to help reduce taxes, protect assets, and move into the new year with momentum.
The Many Ways to Measure Inflation
Different inflation indexes may tell different stories. Here's what that could mean for you.
The Economic Journey of Your Morning Coffee
Few contemplate the complex journey that brought their coffee from farm to kitchen table.
Monthly Memberships
A look as how autopay subscriptions can be a drain on your finances, especially when forgotten.
Choices for Your 401(k) at a Former Employer
Individuals have four basic choices with the 401(k) account they accrued at a previous employer.
Choosing a Business Structure
Entrepreneurs all face the same question, “Which business structure should I adopt?”
The Five Basics of Financial Literacy
How literate are you when it comes to your finances? Brush up with these five basics.
6 Smart Money Habits for Building Long-Term Wealth
Discover practical habits to help you save more, spend wisely, and build lasting wealth for the future.
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Annuity Comparison
Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.
How Compound Interest Works
Explore how compound interest can grow your money over time with this interactive tool.
How Long Will My Savings Last If I Become Disabled?
See how long your current savings might last if a disability interrupted your income.
Credit Card Payoff
Find out how long it may take to pay off a credit card balance and what it costs in interest.
Wedding Budget Calculator
Estimate total wedding costs and see how different choices affect your overall budget.
Assess Your Life Insurance Needs
Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.
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The Junk Drawer Approach to Investing
It's easy to let investments accumulate like old receipts in a junk drawer.
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
Bridging the Confidence Gap
In the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be especially apparent.
When Special Care Is Needed: The Special Needs Trust
A special needs trust helps care for a special needs child when you’re gone.
What You Need to Know About Social Security
Every so often, you'll hear about Social Security benefits running out. But is there truth to the fears, or is it all hype?
Jane Bond: Infiltrating the Market
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, cracking the code on bonds.