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Helpful Content
Donating Art: Taxation Abstraction
The tax rules that govern donating art are complex and confusing. Take a closer look.
Choosing a Mortgage
Selecting a mortgage isn't an easy process. Get a better understanding of how professionals make the right decisions.
Comparing Investments
This calculator compares the net gain of a taxable investment versus a tax-favored one.
A Brief History of Estate Taxes
Federal estate taxes have long since been a lucrative source of funding for the federal government.
To Catch a Thief
Having your identity stolen may result in financial loss plus the cost of trying to restore your good name.
A Primer on Dividends
A company's profits can be reinvested or paid out to the company’s shareholders as “dividends."
Does Your Portfolio Fit Your Retirement Lifestyle?
Lifestyle considerations in creating your retirement portfolio.
Required Reading: The Economic Report of the President
The Economic Report of the President can help identify the forces driving — or dragging — the economy.
The Half Million Dollar Baby
The true cost of raising a child may be far more than you expect.
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How Compound Interest Works
Use this calculator to better see the potential impact of compound interest on an asset.
Tax Freedom Day
Assess how many days you'll work to pay your federal tax liability.
Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Use this calculator to compare the future value of investments with different tax consequences.
Should I Pay Off Debt or Invest?
This calculator will help determine whether you should invest funds or pay down debt.
Contributing to an IRA?
Determine if you are eligible to contribute to a traditional or Roth IRA.
What's My Potential Estate Tax?
This calculator helps estimate your federal estate tax liability.
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Investment Strategies for Retirement
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
Protecting Those Who Matter Most
The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
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When Markets React
When markets shift, experienced investors stick to their strategy.
What Smart Investors Know
Savvy investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.
Should I Invest in Gold?
Learning more about gold and its history may help you decide whether it has a place in your portfolio.
Charitable Giving: Smart from the Heart
Do you have causes that you want to support with donations?
The Cost of Procrastination
Procrastination can be costly. When you get a late start, it may be difficult to make up for lost time.
Preparing For the Ultimate Vacation
Make your retirement as exciting as your next vacation.