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The Five Basics of Financial Literacy
How literate are you when it comes to your finances? Brush up with these five basics.
When Do You Need a Will?
When do you need a will? The answer is easy: Right Now.
Fixed or Variable Mortgage, Which Should You Pick?
When selecting a mortgage, one of the most critical choices is between a fixed or variable interest-rate mortgage.
Practical Moves to Safeguard Your Financial Progress
Explore these strategies to help protect your purchasing power in a world of rising costs.
Insurance Needs Assessment: When You're Newly Married
Marriage changes everything, including your insurance needs.
Understanding Qualified Charitable Distributions
Use this handy, informative article to help your clients understand Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs).
What Is a 1035 Exchange?
1035 exchanges provide a way to trade-in an annuity contract or life insurance policy without triggering a tax liability.
How Women Can Prepare For Retirement
Are women prepared for a 20-year retirement?
How to Invest in LGBTQ+ Friendly Companies
This article allows those who support LGBTQ+ interests to explore the possibilities of Socially Responsible Investing.
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Inflation & Retirement
See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.
Long-Term-Care Needs
Estimate potential long-term care costs and what coverage may help address them.
What Rate Would I Need to Earn on My Savings?
Work backwards from your savings goal to find the rate of return you'd need to get there.
College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
Debt-to-Income Ratio Calculator
Calculate your debt-to-income ratio to understand how lenders may view your financial health.
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The Fed and How It Got That Way
Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.
It May Be Time for a Financial Checkup
It’s never a bad time to speak with your financial professional about changes in your situation.
Saving for College 101
Here's a crash course on saving for college.
Bursting the Bubble
Tulips were the first, but they won’t be the last. What forms a “bubble” and what causes them to burst?
Forecast
This short video helps explain why markets can be as unpredictable as the weather.
The Cost of Procrastination
Procrastination can be costly. When you get a late start, it may be difficult to make up for lost time.