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Red Flags for Tax Auditors
Here are six flags that may make your tax return prime for an IRS audit.
Death is No Excuse
The federal government requires deceased individuals to file a final income tax return.
Financial Strategies in a Post-DOMA World
The Supreme Court’s declaring DOMA unconstitutional may require some same-sex couples to reconsider their financial strategy.
When to Self-Insure
Choosing to bear the financial burden of an adverse event is called self-insuring. Do you know what that entails?
You Would Rather Be...
Are you a thrill seeker, or content to relax in the backyard? Use this flowchart to find out more about your risk tolerance.
Important Birthdays Over 50
Here's a look at several birthdays and “half-birthdays” that have implications regarding your retirement income.
Insuring Your Business Against Cyber Liability
90% of small businesses in the U.S. don't protect their data from cyber attacks. Is your business at risk?
Choosing a Business Structure
Entrepreneurs all face the same question, “Which business structure should I adopt?”
Your Changing Definition of Risk in Retirement
A change in your mindset during retirement may drive changes to your portfolio.
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Historical Inflation
This calculator shows how inflation over the years has impacted purchasing power.
Estimate Your RMD
Help determine the required minimum distribution from an IRA or other qualified retirement plan.
Saving for Retirement
This calculator can help you estimate how much you may need to save for retirement.
Tax Freedom Day
Assess how many days you'll work to pay your federal tax liability.
What Is My Current Cash Flow?
Assess whether you are running “in the black” or “in the red” each month.
Lifetime of Earnings
Estimate how much you have the potential to earn during your working years.
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Protecting Those Who Matter Most
The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
Keys to Investing for Retirement
There are some key concepts to understand when investing for retirement
5 Smart Investing Strategies
There are some smart strategies that may help you pursue your investment objectives
Investment Strategies for Retirement
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.
Tax Management Strategies
Learn more about taxes, tax-favored investing, and tax strategies.
Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
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Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.
It May Be Time for a Financial Checkup
It’s never a bad time to speak with your financial advisor about changes in your situation.
18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. Are you prepared to fill that many days?
Jane Bond: Scaling the Ladder
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, uncovering the mystery of bond laddering.
Surprises
Making the most of surprises is a great reason to work with us.
Your DNA Test
If your family relies on your income, it’s critical to know what their needs would be in the event of your death.