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Death is No Excuse
The federal government requires deceased individuals to file a final income tax return.
RE: Retirement
How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?
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.
Donating Art: Taxation Abstraction
The tax rules that govern donating art are complex and confusing. Take a closer look.
The History of Retirement
Do you know where the idea of “retirement” comes from?
To Catch a Thief
Having your identity stolen may result in financial loss plus the cost of trying to restore your good name.
Crowdfunding—Capital for the 21st Century
Crowdfunding continues to gain momentum as more people search the Internet for financing and fundraising alternatives.
Keeping Summer Safe: Pool and Spa Safety Tips
Each year hundreds of children die or are injured in pool accidents. By taking seven steps, you can keep your pool safe.
Test Your Estate Strategy Knowledge
Estate management can help ensure that your assets are transferred according to your wishes while managing tax issues.
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Tax Freedom Day
Assess how many days you'll work to pay your federal tax liability.
Potential Income from an IRA
Estimate your monthly and annual income from various IRA types.
Paying Off a Credit Card
Enter various payment options and determine how long it may take to pay off a credit card.
Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Use this calculator to estimate your capital gains tax.
Contributing to an IRA?
Determine if you are eligible to contribute to a traditional or Roth IRA.
Interested in a Fuel Efficient Car?
Estimate how many months it may take to recover the out-of-pocket costs when buying a more efficient vehicle.
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Tax Management Strategies
Learn more about taxes, tax-favored investing, and tax strategies.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
Retirement Plan Distributions
There are a number of ways to withdraw money from a qualified retirement plan.
5 Smart Investing Principles
Principles that can help create a portfolio designed to pursue investment goals.
Investment Strategies for Retirement
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.
5 Smart Investing Strategies
There are some smart strategies that may help you pursue your investment objectives
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The Business Cycle
How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?
Should I Invest in Gold?
Learning more about gold and its history may help you decide whether it has a place in your portfolio.
Extended Care: A Patchwork of Possibilities
What is your plan for health care during retirement?
The Power of Compound Interest
Learn how to harness the power of compound interest for your investments.
Perception vs. Reality
There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.
What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet
Ever lost your wallet? Frustrating. Here’s what you can do to keep yourself safe.