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How Women Can Prepare For Retirement
Are women prepared for a 20-year retirement?
3 Estate Challenges for Blended Families
This article will help your clients with blended families think and prepare their estate strategy.
White Elephant Inheritance
This article deals with how one might deal with a burdensome inheritance.
The History of Currency
Currency has been around for a long time. Here's a quick history lesson.
How to Conquer the World - 5 Financial Strategies for Savvy
Learn more about women taking control of their finances with this infographic.
To Catch a Thief
Having your identity stolen may result in financial loss plus the cost of trying to restore your good name.
Social Security: The Elephant in the Room
Some people wonder if Social Security will remain financially sound enough to pay the benefits they are owed.
Critical Estate Documents
Sound estate management includes creating financial and healthcare documents. Here's an inside look.
The Financial Literacy Crisis
Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.
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Debt-to-Income Ratio Calculator
Calculate your debt-to-income ratio to understand how lenders may view your financial health.
Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
Comparing Investments
Compare two different scenarios side by side to see how they stack up over time.
Credit Card Payoff
Find out how long it may take to pay off a credit card balance and what it costs in interest.
Student Loan Payoff Calculator: Extra Payments Can Save You
See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.
Bi-Weekly Mortgage Payments
See how switching to bi-weekly mortgage payments could reduce interest and shorten your loan.
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The Other Sure Thing
A new LIMRA study shows that 40% of Americans believe the death of a primary wage earner would cause financial challenges.
A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List
Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.
Dreaming Up an Active Retirement
When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?
Preparation is the Key to Retirement
The simplest ideas can sometimes make a massive difference over time. Enjoy this brief video to learn more.
Leaving Your Lasting Legacy
Want to do more with your wealth? You might want to consider creating a charitable foundation.
Saving for College 101
Here's a crash course on saving for college.




