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Problems with Probate
Probate can be a completely public process, or it can be managed to include as little information as possible.

Caring for Aging Parents
As our nation ages, many Americans are turning their attention to caring for aging parents.

Can Election Results Predict the Market?
How do the markets usually react to elections? Was the 2016 election any different?
Putting a Price Tag On Your Health
Being healthy not only makes you feel good, it may also help you financially.
9 Facts About Social Security
There are things about Social Security that might surprise you.
Four Steps to Valuing an Estate
Determining the value of your estate, or for someone who has passed away, can be a complex undertaking.
Dog Bites Neighbor. Now What?
Even dogs have bad days. So, what happens when your dog bites a neighbor or passing pedestrian?
Will Power
Preparing for the eventual distribution of your assets may not sound enticing. But a will puts the power in your hands.
Four Great, Unexpected Places to Raise a Family
Here are 4 great, and sometimes unexpected, places to raise a family.
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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.
Federal Income Tax
Use this calculator to estimate your income tax liability along with average and marginal tax rates.
A Look at Systematic Withdrawals
This calculator may help you estimate how long funds may last given regular withdrawals.
Paying Off a Credit Card
Enter various payment options and determine how long it may take to pay off a credit card.
What Is My Current Cash Flow?
Assess whether you are running “in the black” or “in the red” each month.
Disability Income
This calculator estimates your chances of becoming disabled and your potential need for disability insurance.
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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.
Tax Management Strategies
Learn more about taxes, tax-favored investing, and tax strategies.
Retirement Plan Distributions
There are a number of ways to withdraw money from a qualified retirement plan.
5 Smart Investing Strategies
There are some smart strategies that may help you pursue your investment objectives
Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
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The Cost of Procrastination
Procrastination can be costly. When you get a late start, it may be difficult to make up for lost time.
Should I Invest in Gold?
Learning more about gold and its history may help you decide whether it has a place in your portfolio.
Surprises
Making the most of surprises is a great reason to work with us.
Charitable Giving: Smart from the Heart
Do you have causes that you want to support with donations? Here are three tips.
Bridging the Confidence Gap
In the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be especially apparent.
Perception vs. Reality
There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.