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Interest Rates: How Low Can They Go?
The question used to be how low can interest rates go. Now it's how long can rates remain at their historic low levels?
All Muni Bonds Are Not Created Equal
Gaining a better understanding of municipal bonds makes more sense than ever.
The Great Debate Continues: Active vs. Passive
In investments, one great debate asks the question, “Active or Passive Investing: Which is Better?”
9 Facts About Retirement
Regardless of how you approach retirement, there are some things about it that might surprise you.
Systematic Withdrawals in Retirement - Clear and Wrong?
Taking regular, periodic withdrawals during retirement can be quite problematic.
U.S. Personal Savings Rate
What can be learned from the savings rate?
Certain Uncertainties in Retirement
The uncertainties we face in retirement can erode our sense of confidence.
How Will Working Affect Social Security Benefits?
Knowing the rules may help you decide when to start benefits.
Rebalancing Your Portfolio
Over time, different investments' performances can shift a portfolio’s intent and risk profile. Rebalancing may be critical.
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Estimate Your RMD
Help determine the required minimum distribution from an IRA or other qualified retirement plan.
Tax Freedom Day
Assess how many days you'll work in 2012 to pay federal tax liability.
Comparing Investments
Estimate the potential capital gains taxes due on your transactions.
Lifetime of Earnings
Estimate how much you have the potential to earn during your working years.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
Paying Off a Credit Card
Enter various payment options and determine how long it may take to pay off a credit card.
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5 Smart Investing Strategies
There are some smart strategies that may help you pursue your investment objectives
Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
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.
Tax Management Strategies
Learn more about taxes, tax-favored investing, and tax strategies.
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Raise Your Retirement Income
Retirees look for ways to convert savings and investments into regular income. One option to consider is an annuity.
To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.
Do You Feel Lucky?
Recent changes in estate tax laws could affect the strategy you have in place.
Ready for Retirement?
Are you ready for retirement? Here are five words you should consider.
Are Alternative Investments Right for You?
With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.
A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.