Understanding Today’s Financial Environment
Newsletters
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HOT TOPIC: Pressure at the Pump: Will High Gas Prices Shake the U.S. Economy?
This article looks at why gas is so expensive, what it might take to stop the upward trend, and the potential effect of high gas prices on consumers and the broader economy.
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Be Storm Smart: How to Prepare for Extreme Weather
More than a quarter of U.S. homes are exposed to severe or extreme weather risk. While homeowners can’t control the forecast, they can take proactive steps to prepare.
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Surprise! It’s Retirement Time
Considering some important issues now could provide more options in the event of early retirement.
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HOT TOPIC: Trade Roundup: New Tariff Actions and Rates
This article explains newly implemented and upcoming tariffs and their potential economic impact.
Calculators
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Home Affordability
Estimate of the maximum amount of financing you can expect to get when you begin house hunting.
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LTCI Cost of Waiting
Estimate the potential cost of waiting to purchase a long-term care insurance policy.
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Credit Card Debt
How Long Will It Take to Pay my Balance?
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Lifetime Earnings
This calculator is designed to help you attach a dollar figure to your life’s work.