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Helpful Content
The Fed and How It Got That Way
Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.
Charitable Giving: Smart from the Heart
Do you have causes that you want to support with donations? Here are three tips.
Pay Yourself First
It sounds simple, but paying yourself first can really pay off.
A Cheat Sheet for Sending Your Kid to College
Dropping off your son or daughter is loaded with emotions; here are a few tips for a smoother experience.
Buying Auto Insurance For Teen Drivers
Tips on insuring your teen driver.
Is a Variable Annuity Right for Me?
Pundits go on and on about how “terrible” or “wonderful” annuities are, but they never talk about whether annuities are right
Problems with Probate
Probate can be a completely public process, or it can be managed to include as little information as possible.
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.
How Will Working Affect Social Security Benefits?
Knowing the rules may help you decide when to start benefits.
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What Is the Dividend Yield?
This calculator helps determine your pre-tax and after-tax dividend yield on a particular stock.
How Much Home Can I Afford?
With a few simple inputs you can estimate how much of a mortgage you may be able to obtain.
Contributing to an IRA?
Determine if you are eligible to contribute to a traditional or Roth IRA.
Historical Inflation
This calculator shows how inflation over the years has impacted purchasing power.
Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).
Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Use this calculator to estimate your capital gains tax.
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Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
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.
Protecting Those Who Matter Most
The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
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When Markets React
When markets shift, experienced investors stick to their strategy.
It May Be Time for a Financial Checkup
It’s never a bad time to speak with your financial advisor about changes in your situation.
What Smart Investors Know
Smart investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.
Global and International Funds
Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?
Investments
You’ve made investments your whole life. Work with us to help make the most of them.
18 Years’ Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years, with many lasting even longer. Will you fill your post-retirement days with purpose?