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9 Facts About Retirement
Regardless of how you approach retirement, there are some things about it that might surprise you.
The Basics of Medicare
Learn all about Medicare basics in this informative and insightful article.
What If You Get Audited?
The chances of an IRS audit aren't that high. And being audited does not necessarily imply that the IRS suspects wrongdoing.
Healthcare Costs in Retirement
Without a solid approach, health care expenses may add up quickly and potentially alter your spending.
Is Term Life Insurance for You?
Term insurance is the simplest form of life insurance. Here's how it works.
Four Steps to Valuing an Estate
Determining the value of your estate, or for someone who has passed away, can be a complex undertaking.
Should You Borrow from Your 401(k)?
Does it make sense to borrow from my 401(k) to pay off debt or to make a major purchase?
Retirement Traps to Avoid
Beware of these traps that could upend your retirement.
Does Your Credit Score Affect Your Insurance Rates?
Your credit score may influence how much you pay for auto and home insurance.
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What's My Potential Estate Tax?
This calculator helps estimate your federal estate tax liability.
A Look at Systematic Withdrawals
This calculator may help you estimate how long funds may last given regular withdrawals.
Federal Income Tax
Use this calculator to estimate your income tax liability along with average and marginal tax rates.
Estimate Your RMD
Help determine the required minimum distribution from an IRA or another qualified retirement plan.
Comparing Investments
This calculator compares the net gain of a taxable investment versus a tax-favored one.
My Retirement Savings
Estimate how long your retirement savings may last using various monthly cash flow rates.
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An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
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.
Investment Strategies for Retirement
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.
Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
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Stay Safe with a B.O.P. At Your Back
Learn about the advantages of Business Owner Policies with this highly educational and fun animated video.
The Long Run: Women and Retirement
For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.
The Facts About Income Tax
Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.
When Do You Need a Will?
When do you need a will? The answer is easy: Right Now.
Making Your Tax Bracket Work
Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?
RE: Retirement
How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?