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Credit Card Payoff
Find out how long it may take to pay off a credit card balance and what it costs in interest.
The Threat of Identity Theft
An article informing readers about the threats of Identity Theft.
Bi-Weekly Mortgage Payments
See how switching to bi-weekly mortgage payments could reduce interest and shorten your loan.
Critical Estate Documents
Sound estate management includes creating financial and healthcare documents. Here's an inside look.
Universal Life Insurance
Universal life insurance is permanent insurance with a flexible premium. Here's how it works.
Problems with Probate
Probate can be a completely public process, or it can be managed to include as little information as possible.
What to Look for in Personal Finance Apps
An increasing number have been developed to help individuals with their personal finances.
Is a Variable Annuity Right for Me?
Pundits go on and on about how “terrible” or “wonderful” annuities are, but they never talk about if annuities are right.
A Taxing Story: Capital Gains and Losses
Understanding how capital gains are taxed may help you refine your investment strategies.
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Debt-to-Income Ratio Calculator
Calculate your debt-to-income ratio to understand how lenders may view your financial health.
Social Security Tax Estimator
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be subject to federal income tax.
Bi-Weekly Mortgage Payments
See how switching to bi-weekly mortgage payments could reduce interest and shorten your loan.
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
Student Loan Payoff Calculator: Extra Payments Can Save You
See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.
Student Loan Refinance Calculator
Compare your current student loan terms to a potential refinance to see if it makes sense.
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Rightsizing for Retirement
What does your home really cost?
Retirement and Quality of Life
Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.
What You Need to Know About Social Security
Every so often, you'll hear about Social Security benefits running out. But is there truth to the fears, or is it all hype?
When Do You Need a Will?
When do you need a will? The answer is easy: Right Now.
Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job
This video explores what to do with retirement accounts when you move on from your job.
Retirement Redefined
Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.