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Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.

Avoiding Cognitive Decline
Try these activities to keep your brain sharp.

Putting a Price Tag On Your Health
Being healthy not only makes you feel good, it may also help you financially.
The Pre-Retirement Checklist
This checklist can give you a quick snapshot of how prepared you are.
Choices for Your 401(k) at a Former Employer
Individuals have three basic choices with the 401(k) account they accrued at a previous employer.
The Best Apps in Travel
Technology tips to make your next trip even better.
The Business Cycle
Understanding the economy's cycles can help put current business conditions in better perspective.
What's New for Social Security?
There have been a number of changes to Social Security that may affect you, especially if you are nearing retirement.
Are You Ready for Your Portfolio to Make a Difference?
Learn about the rise of Impact Investing and how it may benefit you.
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Inflation & Retirement
Estimate how much income may be needed at retirement to maintain your standard of living.
Contributing to an IRA?
Determine if you are eligible to contribute to a traditional or Roth IRA.
Self-Employed Retirement Plans
Estimate the maximum contribution amount for a Self-Employed 401(k), SIMPLE IRA, or SEP.
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.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
Can I Refinance My Mortgage?
This calculator can help determine whether it makes sense to refinance your mortgage.
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Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
Investment Strategies for Retirement
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.
Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
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Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot
There are a few things to consider when buying or leasing your next vehicle.
From Boats to Brokers
From the Dutch East India Company to Wall Street, the stock market has a long and storied history.
Retirement and Quality of Life
Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.
The Long Run: Women and Retirement
For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.
Global and International Funds
Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?
Dog Bites and Homeowners Insurance
Reviewing coverage options is just one thing responsible pet parents can do to help look out for their dogs.