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Investment Strategies*
Guidance that can help you understand and better define your financial goals.
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Helpful Content
Avoiding Cognitive Decline
Try these activities to keep your brain sharp.
Managing Money as a Couple
Keys to preparing to grow wealthy together.
The Cost of Procrastination
Don't let procrastination keep you from pursuing your financial dreams and goals.
Social Security Fairness Act's New Chapter
Learn how the Social Security Fairness Act boosts benefits for eligible public sector workers and their families.
The Business Cycle
Understanding the economy's cycles can help put current business conditions in better perspective.
When Heirs are Imperfect
The money problems or bad lifestyle habits of adult children could lead to the squandering of any inheritance they receive.
Making a Charitable Gift
Did you know that there are benefits and limitations when you decide to donate stock? Learn more about your options.
Prevent a Rift: Money Tips for Newlyweds
Couples may be able to head off many of the problems in a marriage that money can cause.
U.S. Personal Savings Rate
What can be learned from the savings rate?
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Annuity Comparison
Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.
The Power of Interest - How Long Will it take My Money to Do
Use the Rule of 72 to estimate how long it takes your money to double at a given rate.
College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
Bi-Weekly Mortgage Payments
See how switching to bi-weekly mortgage payments could reduce interest and shorten your loan.
Student Loan Payoff Calculator: Extra Payments Can Save You
See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.
Federal Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Estimate your potential federal capital gains tax liability on the sale of an asset.
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The Other Sure Thing
A new LIMRA study shows that 40% of Americans believe the death of a primary wage earner would cause financial challenges.
Are Alternative Investments Right for You?
With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.
Retirement Plan Detectives
Watch this fun video for tips on how to search for missing money.
Charitable Giving: Smart from the Heart
Do you have causes that you want to support with donations?
Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job
This video explores what to do with retirement accounts when you move on from your job.
Leaving Your Lasting Legacy
Want to do more with your wealth? You might want to consider creating a charitable foundation.
