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Important Birthdays Over 50
Here's a look at several birthdays and “half-birthdays” that have implications regarding your retirement income.
Social Security: Maximizing Benefits
There are other ways to maximize Social Security benefits, in addition to waiting to claim them.
Debt vs. Investment
Weigh the potential outcomes of paying off debt versus directing those dollars elsewhere.
Building Your Legacy
A four-step framework for building a personal legacy.
Catch-Up Contributions
Workers 50+ may make contributions to their qualified retirement plans above the limits imposed on younger workers.
Buying Auto Insurance For Teen Drivers
Tips on insuring your teen driver.
Social Security: Five Facts You Need to Know
Here are five facts about Social Security that are important to keep in mind.
A Living Trust Primer
Living trusts are popular, but their appropriateness will depend upon your individual needs and objectives.
The Financial Literacy Crisis
Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.
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Long-Term-Care Needs
Estimate potential long-term care costs and what coverage may help address them.
Credit Card Payoff
Find out how long it may take to pay off a credit card balance and what it costs in interest.
Inflation & Retirement
See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.
The Power of 401k Catch-Ups
See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.
Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Compare how the same contribution grows differently in taxable versus tax-deferred accounts.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Compare different mortgage term lengths side by side to find the option that fits your budget.
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Timing Your Retirement
This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.
Are Alternative Investments Right for You?
With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.
How to Retire Early
Retiring early sounds like a dream come true, but it’s important to take a look at the cold, hard facts.
What Smart Investors Know
Savvy investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.
The Other Sure Thing
A new LIMRA study shows that 40% of Americans believe the death of a primary wage earner would cause financial challenges.
What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet
Ever lost your wallet? Frustrating. Here’s what you can do to keep yourself safe.