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Jane Bond: Infiltrating the Market
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, cracking the code on bonds.
Countdown to College
Preparing for college means setting goals, staying focused, and tackling a few key milestones along the way.
All Muni Bonds Are Not Created Equal
Gaining a better understanding of municipal bonds makes more sense than ever.
Crowdfunding—Capital for the 21st Century
Crowdfunding continues to gain momentum as more people search the Internet for financing and fundraising alternatives.
What's New for Social Security?
There have been a number of changes to Social Security that may affect you, especially if you are nearing retirement.
Personal Finance Tips for Military Families
Military families face unique challenges, making personal finance even more critical.
The ABC’s of Auto Insurance
What kind of auto insurance should you have? Do you know?
What Is an Annuity?
Annuities are versatile tools that can help you save for retirement and generate income in retirement.
Volunteering in Retirement
For many, retirement includes contributing their time and talents to an organization in need.
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Should I Pay Off Debt or Invest?
This calculator will help determine whether you should invest funds or pay down debt.
Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Use this calculator to compare the future value of investments with different tax consequences.
A Look at Systematic Withdrawals
This calculator may help you estimate how long funds may last given regular withdrawals.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
Potential Income from an IRA
Estimate your monthly and annual income from various IRA types.
Bi-Weekly Payments
This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.
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5 Smart Investing Principles
Principles that can help create a portfolio designed to pursue investment goals.
Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
Protecting Those Who Matter Most
The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
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Don't Buy The Hype
There are a lot of misconceptions about Social Security. Here’s the truth about three of them.
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.
Can Election Results Predict the Market?
How do the markets usually react to elections? Was the 2016 election any different?
The Cycle of Investing
Understanding the cycle of investing may help you avoid easy pitfalls.
Exit Strategies of the Rich and Famous
Estate conservation is too important to put off. Do you have a smart exit strategy?
Should I Invest in Gold?
Learning more about gold and its history may help you decide whether it has a place in your portfolio.