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How Income Taxes Work
A quick look at how federal income taxes work.
How the Federal Reserve Works
Each day, the Fed is behind the scenes supporting the economy and providing services to the U.S. financial system.
Social Security: By the Numbers
Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.
Catch-Up Contributions
Workers 50+ may make contributions to their qualified retirement plans above the limits imposed on younger workers.
How Big is Money?
Learn a little about worldwide currency in this fun infographic
What to Look for in Personal Finance Apps
An increasing number have been developed to help individuals with their personal finances.
When Does Your Personal Car Become a Commercial Vehicle?
At what point can you call a personal vehicle commercial?
Fallen Tree Damage—Who Pays?
Your liability for damages that occur when a tree on your property falls on your neighbor’s property is not clear cut.
The Lowdown on Those Free Credit Scores
What’s the deal with your yearly free credit report?
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Lifetime of Earnings
Estimate how much you have the potential to earn during your working years.
Comparing Investments
This calculator compares the net gain of a taxable investment versus a tax-favored one.
Inflation & Retirement
Estimate how much income may be needed at retirement to maintain your standard of living.
Social Security Taxes
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be considered taxable.
Interested in a Fuel Efficient Car?
Estimate how many months it may take to recover the out-of-pocket costs when buying a more efficient vehicle.
Historical Inflation
This calculator shows how inflation over the years has impacted purchasing power.
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Protecting Those Who Matter Most
The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
5 Smart Investing Principles
Principles that can help create a portfolio designed to pursue investment goals.
An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
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.
5 Smart Investing Strategies
There are some smart strategies that may help you pursue your investment objectives
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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.
It May Be Time for a Financial Checkup
It’s never a bad time to speak with your financial professional about changes in your situation.
Investments
You’ve made investments your whole life. Work with us to help make the most of them.
Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot
There are a few things to consider when buying or leasing your next vehicle.
Stay Safe with a B.O.P. At Your Back
Learn about the advantages of Business Owner Policies with this highly educational and fun animated video.
What Our Kids Can Teach us About Saving Money
Would you guess that Millennials are effectively saving for retirement? Well, they are.