Understanding Today’s Financial Environment
Newsletters
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Avoiding Probate with a TOD Deed and TOD Account
In many states, a transfer-on-death (TOD) deed and/or account can help avoid probate without the cost and complexity of a trust.
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Medicare or Medicaid?
It’s easy to confuse Medicare and Medicaid, but there are important differences between the programs.
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Consider Roth for Tax-Free Income
Roth accounts offer no current-year tax benefit, but they can provide tax-free retirement income.
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HOT TOPIC: 530A Trump Accounts Officially Open
A new tax-advantaged investment account officially launched on July 4th: the 530A account, also known as a Trump Account, which is designed to help children get a head start on their financial future.
Calculators
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Life Insurance
How much life insurance would you need to produce a sufficient income stream for your family?
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Car Affordability
How much can you afford to pay for a car?
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Cost of Retirement
Use this calculator to estimate how much income and savings you may need in retirement.
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Roth IRA Conversion
This calculator can help you determine whether you should consider converting to a Roth IRA.