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A look at what’s driving the high consumer confidence level and the importance of consumer spending to the broader economy.
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Some college grads pay off student loans at the expense of saving for the future. See steps that may help them do both.
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Some stocks and stock funds may help reduce the volatility in a portfolio.
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Millions of Americans own mutual funds. This overview can help you review the mix of funds you own.
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A 1035 exchange may allow a permanent life policy to be traded for a more suitable insurance product.
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Association health plans may enable small businesses to save money, but how do AHPs compare to small-group health insurance?
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How the Federal Reserve Board’s actions influence interest rates, economic growth, and inflation.
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An overview of the potential benefits, limitations, and rules of Roth 401(k) accounts.
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Community property laws that apply in nine states and “equitable distribution” laws that apply in other states.
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Helping a grandchild obtain a college degree could be life-changing for the student. Still, it’s important to consider how a gift could affect student aid and taxes.
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In addition to setting aside pre-tax income to pay current and future medical expenses, an HSA could play an important role in your long-term retirement strategy.
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A flat 21% tax rate may seem like a good reason for a pass-through entity to convert to a C corporation, but there are other factors to consider.
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A glimpse into how blockchain might impact businesses, and a warning for investors to heed the risks associated with blockchain investments.
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An investor’s personal situation should be considered when assessing his or her risk tolerance.
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Universal life and variable universal life insurance have risks and potential benefits, including a death benefit with a tax-advantaged savings element.
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Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS) can help hedge a bond portfolio against a potential spike in inflation.
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A letter of instruction could be just as important as a will to help heirs settle an estate and move forward with their lives.
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A family limited partnership is a legal agreement that enables business owners and their heirs to address tax issues, business succession, and estate planning needs.
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Why federal budget deficits are rising, and what the current fiscal situation could mean for the future of the U.S. economy.
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ETFs have some attractive features that set them apart from mutual funds, but there are also cost and risk factors to consider.
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A new term life insurance policy can be quite expensive as people age. Survivorship life insurance may be a more cost-effective solution.
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The relationship between oil prices and GDP growth has become more complicated in recent years due to the expanded U.S. presence in the global oil market.
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Fundamental factors that can affect the short- and longer-term performance of equity REITs, including taxation of REIT shares.
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Cash balance plans can be a powerful tool for employee recruitment and retention, plus they have generous contribution limits that increase with age.
