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Historical Inflation
This calculator shows how inflation over the years has impacted purchasing power.

Retiring Wild: National Parks and You
Get ready to enjoy America’s national park system with this helpful article.

Should I Pay Off Debt or Invest?
This calculator will help determine whether you should invest funds or pay down debt.
The Big Little Things: 5 Easy Ways to Protect Your Money
It’s morning and you’re out the door. Immediately your home’s smart devices take over, dialing down the heat, turning off the coffeemaker, and arming surveillance inside and out. In the car, rain-sensing wipers activate at the first drops; adaptive cruise control maintains a steady pace; and upon arrival, parking assist gets you into a tight space, no problem.
Funding Your Future Health Care Needs
A little planning now can go a long way to help take care of yourself in the future.
5 Ways for Caretakers to Make Your Well-Being a Priority
Studies show that now more than ever, today’s women are disproportionately responsible for caring for children, doing laundry, cooking and cleaning, despite many having full-time careers. What’s more, when compared to their male counterparts, women are also more likely to report having difficulty finding the time to manage their physical, mental and emotional health.
How Solid is Your Offensive Line?
As quarterback of your life, here’s a fun way to think about protecting your financial future.
Your Emergency Fund: How Much Is Enough?
Having an emergency fund may help alleviate the stress and worry associated with a financial crisis.
What Do Your Taxes Pay For?
Here's a breakdown of how the federal government spends your tax money.
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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.
Assess Your Life Insurance Needs
This calculator estimates how much life insurance you would need to meet your family's needs if you were to die prematurely.
Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Use this calculator to estimate your capital gains tax.
Comparing Investments
This calculator compares the net gain of a taxable investment versus a tax-favored one.
Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).
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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.
Investment Strategies for Retirement
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.
5 Smart Investing Principles
Principles that can help create a portfolio designed to pursue investment goals.
Protecting Those Who Matter Most
The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
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Retirement Plan Detectives
A couple become Retirement Plan Detectives, searching records from old employers.
Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot
There are a few things to consider when buying or leasing your next vehicle.
Jane Bond: Scaling the Ladder
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, uncovering the mystery of bond laddering.
Retiring the 4% Rule
A portfolio created with your long-term objectives in mind is crucial as you pursue your dream retirement.
Making Your Tax Bracket Work
Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?
The Why, What and How of Life Insurance
The Why, What and How of Life Insurance