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A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
Longer, healthier living can put greater stress on retirement assets; the bucket approach may be one answer.
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.
Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
Spotting Credit Trouble
The wise use of credit is a critical skill. These 10 questions will help you assess your skill level.
Investing with Your Heart
For some, the social impact of investing is just as important as the return, perhaps more important.
Does Your Portfolio Fit Your Retirement Lifestyle?
Lifestyle considerations in creating your retirement portfolio.
Choosing a Retirement Plan that Fits Your Business
To choose a plan, it’s important to ask yourself four key questions.
Changing Unhealthy Behaviors
Five phases to changing unhealthy behaviors.
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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Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
Compare Roth and traditional 401(k) options to see which may work better for your situation.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Compare different mortgage term lengths side by side to find the option that fits your budget.
Inflation & Retirement
See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.
Social Security Tax Estimator
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be subject to federal income tax.
Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
What's Your MPG?
Calculate your vehicle's fuel efficiency and see what you're spending on gas annually.
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Rightsizing for Retirement
What does your home really cost?
The Long Run: Women and Retirement
For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.
The Facts About Income Tax
Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.
What Smart Investors Know
Savvy investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.
Bridging the Confidence Gap
In the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be especially apparent.
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.