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And the Executor Is
The right executor may help ensure the distribution of your assets is done with as little upheaval as possible.
Trends in Charitable Giving
Some people may want a more advanced gifting strategy that can maximize their gift and generate potential tax benefits.
Managing the Risk of Outliving Your Money
Steps to help you sustain and grow your retirement savings.
Why Regular Rebalancing Makes Sense
Without your knowing, your investment portfolio could be off-kilter.
Estate Management Checklist
Is your estate in order? This short quiz may help you assess your overall strategy.
Qualifying For Medicare Under Age 65
You might qualify for Medicare if you’re under 65-years-old. This article will explain the conditions where you may qualify for Medicare early.
Diversification, Patience, and Consistency
Three important factors when it comes to your financial life.
Social Security Benefits: How Much Will I Receive
Calculating your potential Social Security benefit is a three-step process.
Your Shifting Risk Tolerance
Time and market performance may subtly and slowly imbalance your portfolio.
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Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Use this calculator to compare the future value of investments with different tax consequences.
Bi-Weekly Payments
This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.
Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).
How Much Home Can I Afford?
With a few simple inputs you can estimate how much of a mortgage you may be able to obtain.
Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Use this calculator to estimate your capital gains tax.
Inflation & Retirement
Estimate how much income may be needed at retirement to maintain your standard of living.
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The Real Cost of a Vacation Home
What if instead of buying that vacation home, you invested the money?
Surprise! You’ve Got Money!
Here’s a quick guide to checking to see if you have unclaimed money.
Behavioral Finance
An amusing and whimsical look at behavioral finance best practices for investors.
Saving for College 101
Here’s a crash course on saving for college.
The Long Run: Women and Retirement
For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.
Investments
You’ve made investments your whole life. Work with us to help make the most of them.