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Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
Is a Variable Annuity Right for Me?
Pundits go on and on about how “terrible” or “wonderful” annuities are, but they never talk about whether annuities are right
Buying vs. Leasing a Car
Whatever your relationship with your car, it may eventually come time for a new one. Familiarize yourself with your options.
What is a Dwelling Fire Policy?
Do you know what a Dwelling Fire Policy is?
Insurance Needs Assessment: Married With Children
When you’re married and have children, insurance needs will be different.
U.S. Personal Savings Rate
What can be learned from the savings rate?
What Is a 1035 Exchange?
1035 exchanges provide a way to trade-in an annuity contract or life insurance policy without triggering a tax liability.
Strategies For Managing Student Loan Debt
Five strategies for managing your student debt.
Pay Yourself First
It sounds simple, but paying yourself first can really pay off.
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What Is My Life Expectancy?
Estimate how many years you may need retirement assets or how long to provide income to a surviving spouse or children.
Bi-Weekly Payments
This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
Historical Inflation
This calculator shows how inflation over the years has impacted purchasing power.
Impact of Taxes and Inflation
Estimate the potential impact taxes and inflation can have on the purchasing power of an investment.
What Is My Current Net Worth?
Use this calculator to estimate your net worth by adding up your assets and subtracting your liabilities.
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Tax Management Strategies
Learn more about taxes, tax-favored investing, and tax strategies.
Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
Protecting Those Who Matter Most
The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
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A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.
Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.
Accidents
Accidents happen to everyone. We’re here to help.
Surprises
Making the most of surprises is a great reason to work with us.
Forecast
Life is as unpredictable as the weather. We’d love to help you prepare.
The Power of Tax-Deferred Growth
Why are 401(k) plans, annuities, and IRAs so popular?