Understanding Today’s Financial Environment
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Changing Unhealthy Behaviors
Five phases to changing unhealthy behaviors.
The Financial Literacy Crisis
Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.
How Financial Professionals Are Compensated
Read this overview to learn how financial advisors are compensated.
Your Emergency Fund: How Much Is Enough?
Having an emergency fund may help alleviate the stress and worry associated with a financial crisis.
Introducing the 530A Accounts
An article explaining 530A Accounts.
Keeping Summer Safe: Pool and Spa Safety Tips
Each year hundreds of children die or are injured in pool accidents. By taking seven steps, you can keep your pool safe.
Changing Unhealthy Behaviors
Five phases to changing unhealthy behaviors.
Dog Bites Neighbor. Now What?
Even dogs have bad days. So, what happens when your dog bites a neighbor or passing pedestrian?
New Retirement Contribution Limits for 2026
A look at the new retirement contribution limits from the IRS.
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Emergency Fund Calculator
Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.
Lifetime of Earnings
Estimate how much you may earn over your working years based on your current income.
Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
Compare the true costs of buying versus leasing a vehicle to find the better fit for you.
What Is My Net Worth?
Get a snapshot of your overall financial picture by calculating your total net worth.
Student Loan Refinance Calculator
Compare your current student loan terms to a potential refinance to see if it makes sense.
What's Your MPG?
Calculate your vehicle's fuel efficiency and see what you're spending on gas annually.
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Bursting the Bubble
Tulips were the first, but they won’t be the last. What forms a “bubble” and what causes them to burst?
Perception vs. Reality
There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.
The Latte Lie and Other Myths
Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.
Making Your Tax Bracket Work
Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?
Jane Bond: Infiltrating the Market
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, cracking the code on bonds.
Encore Careers: Push Your Boundaries
Ready for retirement? Find out why many are considering encore careers and push your boundaries into something more, here.