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Estate Taxes

Use this calculator to estimate the federal estate taxes that could be due on your estate after you die.

Risk Tolerance

This calculator is designed to help you clarify your comfort level with investment risk.

Life Expectancy

Knowing your likely life expectancy is an important factor in making long-term financial plans.

Financial IQ Test

Take this quick quiz to find out your Financial IQ

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Newsletters

The Difference Between the Debt and the Deficit

The terms "debt" and "deficit" are often used interchangeably to describe the federal government's financial situation, yet they have significantly different meanings. This explanation of the budget deficit and the national debt may help readers understand the conversation.

Roth IRA Conversion Mistakes Can Be Costly

One popular way to fund a Roth IRA is by transferring assets from a traditional IRA or an employer-sponsored retirement plan. This type of transaction, called a Roth IRA conversion, is simple in theory but can be complicated in practice. If you make certain mistakes, you could lose some key advantages.

Leaving Your Home Out of the Retirement Equation

Plummeting home prices and increased borrowing cut U.S. home equity by more than 60% during the Great Recession — and housing prices have not yet recovered. This article considers the potential drawbacks of depending on home equity to help fund retirement.

Is Your Business Ready for a Structure Change

Periodically, business owners may want to reconsider whether their current business structure is meeting the needs of their companies. For business owners seeking to expand their operations and reduce their exposure to risk, a popular entity has been the limited liability company. This article describes some additional benefits associated with LLCs.

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