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Today’s economic environment presents many challenges. But along with these challenges comes opportunities and potential rewards for those who can identify long-term trends.
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Helpful Content
Tax Deductions You Won't Believe
Here are some examples of deductions from the IRS that were permitted and some that were, uh, too creative.
Making Sense of U.S. Household Net Worth
A look inside the U.S. government's statistics on household net worth.
Inflation & Your Money
It's important to understand how inflation is reported and how it can affect investments.
5 Things That Seasoned Travelers Are Doing (That You're Not)
A collection of tips from professional travelers.
Split Annuity Strategy
Here's one strategy that combines two different annuities to generate income and rebuild principal.
Changing Unhealthy Behaviors
Five phases to changing unhealthy behaviors.
Personal Finance Tips for Military Families
Military families face unique challenges, making personal finance even more critical.
Volunteering in Retirement
For many, retirement includes contributing their time and talents to an organization in need.
How to Appeal Your Property Taxes
For homeowners who think their property taxes are too high, there are ways to appeal.
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Home Mortgage Deduction
Use this calculator to assess the potential benefits of a home mortgage deduction.
Comparing Investments
This calculator compares the net gain of a taxable investment versus a tax-favored one.
What Is the Dividend Yield?
This calculator helps determine your pre-tax and after-tax dividend yield on a particular stock.
Annuity Comparison
This calculator compares a hypothetical fixed annuity with an account where the interest is taxed each year.
What's My Potential Estate Tax?
This calculator helps estimate your federal estate tax liability.
Can I Refinance My Mortgage?
This calculator can help determine whether it makes sense to refinance your mortgage.
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Retirement Plan Distributions
There are a number of ways to withdraw money from a qualified retirement plan.
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16 Wall Street Cliches in 60 Seconds
Pundits say a lot of things about the markets. Let's see if you can keep up.
The Good Ship IPO
The seas of the market are constantly shifting. Whether the good ship IPO can set sail may depend heavily on the tides.
Safeguard Your Digital Estate
If you died, what would happen to your email archives, social profiles and online accounts?
The Power of Tax-Deferred Growth
Why are 401(k) plans, annuities, and IRAs so popular?
Retirement Redefined
Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.
Emerging Market Opportunities
What are your options for investing in emerging markets?