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Trends in Charitable Giving

Some people may want a more advanced gifting strategy that can maximize their gift and generate potential tax benefits.

Required Reading: The Economic Report of the President

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The Economic Report of the President can help identify the forces driving — or dragging — the economy.

What’s Your Investment IQ?

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You make decisions for your portfolio, but how much do you really know about the products you buy? Try this quiz

 

Tax Rules When Selling Your Home

The tax rules governing profits you realize from the sale of your home have changed in recent years.

Social Security: Five Facts You Need to Know

Here are five facts about Social Security that are important to keep in mind.

When Should You Take Social Security

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

Alternative Investments - Going Mainstream

Alternative investments are going mainstream for accredited investors. It’s critical to sort through the complexity.

A Checklist for When a Spouse or Parent Passes

An overview of some fundamental steps when a loved one passes.

A Decision Not Made Is Still a Decision

Investors who put off important investment decisions may face potential consequences to their future financial security.

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What Rate Would I Need to Earn on My Savings?

Work backwards from your savings goal to find the rate of return you'd need to get there.

Credit Card Payoff

Find out how long it may take to pay off a credit card balance and what it costs in interest.

My Retirement Savings

See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.

What's Your MPG?

Calculate your vehicle's fuel efficiency and see what you're spending on gas annually.

College Savings

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

Bi-Weekly Mortgage Payments

See how switching to bi-weekly mortgage payments could reduce interest and shorten your loan.

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Where Is the Market Headed?

We all know the stock market can be unpredictable. We all want to know, "What's next for the financial markets?"

Tuning Your Social Security Benefit

When should you take your Social Security benefit?

Investments

You’ve made investments your whole life. Work with us to help make the most of them.

The Power of Tax-Deferred Growth

Why are 401(k) plans, annuities, and IRAs so popular?

The Business Cycle

How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?

The Power of Compound Interest

Learn how to harness the power of compound interest for your investments.

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