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When Should You Take Social Security
Monthly Social Security payments differ substantially depending on when you start receiving benefits.
The Power of Compound Interest
Learn how to harness the power of compound interest for your investments.
Weighing the Benefits of Prepaid Debit Cards
It's important to understand the pros and cons when considering a prepaid debit card.
The Basics of Medicare
Learn all about Medicare basics in this informative and insightful article.
Saving on Subscription Service Costs
There are ways to improve your physical fitness without denting your fiscal fitness.
Spotting Credit Trouble
The wise use of credit is a critical skill. These 10 questions will help you assess your skill level.
A Primer on Dividends
A company's profits can be reinvested or paid out to the company’s shareholders as “dividends."
Systematic Withdrawals in Retirement
Taking regular, periodic withdrawals during retirement can be quite problematic.
Strategies For Managing Student Loan Debt
Five strategies for managing your student debt.
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Long-Term-Care Needs
Determine your potential long-term care needs and how long your current assets might last.
Self-Employed Retirement Plans
Estimate the maximum contribution amount for a Self-Employed 401(k), SIMPLE IRA, or SEP.
Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).
Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
This calculator compares the financial impact of leasing versus buying an automobile.
How Much Home Can I Afford?
With a few simple inputs you can estimate how much of a mortgage you may be able to obtain.
Disability Income
This calculator estimates your chances of becoming disabled and your potential need for disability insurance.
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Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
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The Latte Lie and Other Myths
Do you know these three personal finance sayings?
Don't Buy The Hype
There are a lot of misconceptions about Social Security. Here’s the truth about three of them.
A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.
A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit
Taking your Social Security benefits at the right time may help maximize your benefit.
The Cost of Procrastination
Procrastination can be costly. When you get a late start, it may be difficult to make up for lost time.
No Cash, No Checks, No Problem
Peer-to-peer payment apps are one of the newest ways to send money.