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Newsletters
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Consider Roth for Tax-Free Income
Roth accounts offer no current-year tax benefit, but they can provide tax-free retirement income.
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HOT TOPIC: The Iran War, the Economy, and Your Portfolio
This article looks at the economic impact of the war with Iran, including rising oil and gas prices and the potential effects on inflation, investments, and the broader economy.
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Medicare or Medicaid?
It’s easy to confuse Medicare and Medicaid, but there are important differences between the programs.
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Avoiding Probate with a TOD Deed and TOD Account
In many states, a transfer-on-death (TOD) deed and/or account can help avoid probate without the cost and complexity of a trust.
Calculators
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Credit Card Debt
How Long Will It Take to Pay my Balance?
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Cost of Retirement
Use this calculator to estimate how much income and savings you may need in retirement.
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Mortgage Acceleration
This calculator can help you determine how soon you can pay off your mortgage.
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College Funding
Use this calculator to estimate the cost of your child’s education, based on the variables you input.