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Variable Universal Life Insurance

Variable Universal Life Insurance

Variable Universal Life is permanent insurance in which the policyholder directs how premiums are invested.

The Business Cycle

The Business Cycle

How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?

Timing Your Retirement

Timing Your Retirement

This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.

 

Estate Management Checklist

Is your estate in order? This short quiz may help you assess your overall strategy.

Investment Challenges of the Affluent Investor

Affluent investors face unique challenges when putting together an investment strategy. Make sure you keep these in mind.

The Cost of Procrastination

Don't let procrastination keep you from pursuing your financial dreams and goals.

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.

Understanding the Basics of Medigap Policies

Important as it is, Medicare does not cover the full range of health-care expenses you may experience in your golden years.

The Average American Budget

Learn about the average American budget in this fun and interactive piece.

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What Rate Would I Need to Earn on My Savings?

Work backwards from your savings goal to find the rate of return you'd need to get there.

Rent vs Buy Calculator

Compare the long-term financial outcomes of renting versus buying a home.

Assess Your Life Insurance Needs

Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.

Monthly Budget

Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.

Comparing Investments

Compare two different scenarios side by side to see how they stack up over time.

What Is the Dividend Yield?

Calculate the dividend yield of a holding and see what that means for income over time.

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Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?

There are three things to consider before dipping into retirement savings to pay for college.

Safeguard Your Digital Estate

If you died, what would happen to your email archives, social profiles and online accounts?

Behavioral Finance

An amusing and whimsical look at behavioral finance best practices for investors.

Forecast

This short video helps explain why markets can be as unpredictable as the weather.

It May Be Time for a Financial Checkup

It’s never a bad time to speak with your financial professional about changes in your situation.

Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job

This video explores what to do with retirement accounts when you move on from your job.

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