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When Should You Take Social Security
Monthly Social Security payments differ substantially depending on when you start receiving benefits.
Should You Choose a Fixed or Variable?
When selecting a mortgage, one of the most critical choices is between a fixed or variable interest-rate mortgage.
Estate Management 101
A will may be only one of the documents you need—and one factor to consider—when it comes to managing your estate
Tax Deductions You Won't Believe
Here are some examples of deductions from the IRS that were permitted and some that were, uh, too creative.
Inflation & Your Money
It's important to understand how inflation is reported and how it can affect investments.
Best Performing Asset Classes
Bonds may outperform stocks one year only to have stocks rebound the next.
Options When Your CD Matures
Knowing your options when a CD matures can help you make a sound investment decision.
Top New Digital Tools for Small Businesses
Apps that help small business owners better manage and grow their business.
How Will Working Affect Social Security Benefits?
Knowing the rules may help you decide when to start benefits.
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Annuity Comparison
This calculator compares a hypothetical fixed annuity with an account where the interest is taxed each year.
Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Use this calculator to compare the future value of investments with different tax consequences.
Comparing Investments
This calculator compares the net gain of a taxable investment versus a tax-favored one.
Home Mortgage Deduction
Use this calculator to assess the potential benefits of a home mortgage deduction.
How Much Home Can I Afford?
With a few simple inputs you can estimate how much of a mortgage you may be able to obtain.
Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Use this calculator to estimate your capital gains tax.
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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.
Tax Management Strategies
Learn more about taxes, tax-favored investing, and tax strategies.
5 Smart Investing Principles
Principles that can help create a portfolio designed to pursue investment goals.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
Keys to Investing for Retirement
There are some key concepts to understand when investing for retirement
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Coaches
Coaches have helped you your whole life, in ways big and small. We’d like to be one of them.
Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot
There are a few things to consider when buying or leasing your next vehicle.
Perception vs. Reality
There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.
Safeguard Your Digital Estate
If you died, what would happen to your email archives, social profiles and online accounts?
How to Retire Early
Retiring early sounds like a dream come true, but it’s important to take a look at the cold, hard facts.
Estate Management 101
A will may be only one of the documents you need—and one factor to consider—when it comes to managing your estate