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The Ivory Tower Changes Wall Street
Thanks to the work of three economists, we have a better understanding of what determines an asset’s price.
What Do Your Taxes Pay For?
Here's a breakdown of how the federal government spends your tax money.
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.
Insuring Your Business With a Buy/Sell Agreement
It may help your business be better prepared in the event of the death of a principal or key employee.
Tips for Finding Care for Your Special-Needs Child
The care of special-needs children continues into their adult years, and may survive the passing of their parents.
Do You Owe The AMT?
If you want to avoid potential surprises at tax time, it may make sense to know where you stand when it comes to the AMT.
A Primer on Dividends
A company's profits can be reinvested or paid out to the company’s shareholders as “dividends."
The Cost of Procrastination
Don't let procrastination keep you from pursuing your financial dreams and goals.
Trends in Charitable Giving
Some people may want a more advanced gifting strategy that can maximize their gift and generate potential tax benefits.
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Doubling Your Money
This calculator demonstrates the power of compound interest.
Estimate Your RMD
Help determine the required minimum distribution from an IRA or other qualified retirement plan.
Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).
Annuity Comparison
This calculator compares a hypothetical fixed annuity with an account where the interest is taxed each year.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
Saving for College
This calculator can help you estimate how much you should be saving for college.
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Protecting Those Who Matter Most
The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
5 Smart Investing Principles
Principles that can help create a portfolio designed to pursue investment goals.
An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
Tax Management Strategies
Learn more about taxes, tax-favored investing, and tax strategies.
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Do You Feel Lucky?
Recent changes in estate tax laws could affect the strategy you have in place.
A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.
Your DNA Test
If you have a family that relies on your income, it’s critical to know what their needs would be in the event of your death.
Will You Pay the AMT?
Despite recent tax-law changes, many Americans are expected to pay the AMT this year.
Women and Retirement
Women are great at multi-tasking. But many drop the ball when preparing for retirement.
Sit, Stay, Rollover: A Guide to IRA Rollovers
If you have a 401(k) with a former employer, you may want to consider an IRA rollover.