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A Taxing Story: Capital Gains and Losses

A Taxing Story: Capital Gains and Losses

Understanding how capital gains are taxed may help you refine your investment strategies.

Social Security Tax Estimator

Social Security Tax Estimator

Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be subject to federal income tax.

Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now

Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now

Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.

Helpful Retirement Strategies for Women

Learn how to address the challenges that women face when planning for retirement.

Preparing for the Expected

You can plan ahead to protect yourself and your family against the financial consequences of deteriorating health.

The Great Debate Continues: Active vs. Passive

In investments, one great debate asks the question, “Active or Passive Investing: Which Is Better?”

Life and Death of a Twenty Dollar Bill

How long does a $20 bill last?

When Should You Take Social Security

Monthly Social Security payments differ substantially depending on when you start receiving benefits.

The Anatomy of an Index

The S&P 500 represents a large portion of the value of the U.S. equity market, it may be worth understanding.

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How Much Home Can I Afford?

Estimate how much home may fit within your budget based on income and expenses.

Simple 401k

See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.

How Long Will Your Money Last?

See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.

College Savings

See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.

The Power of 401k Catch-Ups

See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.

Comparing Mortgage Terms

Compare different mortgage term lengths side by side to find the option that fits your budget.

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An Arm and a Leg

A visit to the hospital can be painful, for both your body and your wallet. Don't let it be more painful than it has to be.

Behavioral Finance

An amusing and whimsical look at behavioral finance best practices for investors.

It Was the Best of Times, It Was the Worst of Times

All about how missing the best market days (or the worst!) might affect your portfolio.

Inflation and Your Portfolio

Even low inflation rates can pose a threat to investment returns.

A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

The Latte Lie and Other Myths

Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.

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