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Social Security as we know it has changed dramatically. Many loopholes were phased out, and for those who would not reach 62 years of age by December 31, 2015, the loopholes were eliminated forever. Here are ten facts regarding the current laws.
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Paying Off a Credit Card
Enter various payment options and determine how long it may take to pay off a credit card.
The Cycle of Investing
Understanding the cycle of investing may help you avoid easy pitfalls.
Tax Deductions You Won't Believe
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Insuring Your Second Home
There are unique risks of owning a second home and obtaining the proper coverage may protect you from financial risk.
How Retirement Spending Changes With Time
It can be difficult for clients to imagine how much they’ll spend in retirement. This short, insightful article is useful.
Why Everyone Needs an Estate Strategy
Do you have an estate strategy? You should.
What to Look for in an Extended-Care Policy
Here’s a list of 8 questions to ask that may help you better understand the costs and benefits of extended-care insurance.
A Brief Guide To Condo Insurance
Important items to consider when purchasing condo insurance.
Filing Final Tax Returns for the Deceased
The federal government requires deceased individuals to file a final income tax return.
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A Look at Systematic Withdrawals
This calculator may help you estimate how long funds may last given regular withdrawals.
Estimate Your RMD
Help determine the required minimum distribution from an IRA or other qualified retirement plan.
Social Security Taxes
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be considered taxable.
Potential Income from an IRA
Estimate your monthly and annual income from various IRA types.
Bi-Weekly Payments
This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.
Home Mortgage Deduction
Use this calculator to assess the potential benefits of a home mortgage deduction.
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Emerging Market Opportunities
What are your options for investing in emerging markets?
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit
Taking your Social Security benefits at the right time may help maximize your benefit.
The Junk Drawer Approach to Investing
It's easy to let investments accumulate like old receipts in a junk drawer.
Jane Bond: Scaling the Ladder
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, uncovering the mystery of bond laddering.
Making Your Tax Bracket Work
Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?