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The Facts About Income Tax
Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.

What Do Your Taxes Pay For?
Here's a breakdown of how the federal government spends your tax money.

Problems with Probate
Probate can be a completely public process, or it can be managed to include as little information as possible.
Best-Performing Asset Classes
Bonds may outperform stocks one year only to have stocks rebound the next.
How to Support Local Businesses During a Pandemic
Learn how to support your local businesses and your community during this trying time with this beautiful infographic.
Insuring Your Business With a Buy/Sell Agreement
It may help your business be better prepared in the event of the death of a principal or key employee.
Creative Ways to Motivate Your Employees
Five creative (and inexpensive) ideas for motivating your employees.
The Great Debate Continues: Active vs. Passive
In investments, one great debate asks the question, “Active or Passive Investing: Which Is Better?”
U.S. Personal Savings Rate
What can be learned from the savings rate?
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Home Mortgage Deduction
Use this calculator to assess the potential benefits of a home mortgage deduction.
Lifetime of Earnings
Estimate how much you have the potential to earn during your working years.
Historical Inflation
This calculator shows how inflation over the years has impacted purchasing power.
What Is My Life Expectancy?
Estimate how many years you may need retirement assets or how long to provide income to a surviving spouse or children.
How Compound Interest Works
Use this calculator to better see the potential impact of compound interest on an asset.
What Is My Current Cash Flow?
Assess whether you are running “in the black” or “in the red” each month.
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Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
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Surprises
Making the most of surprises is a great reason to work with us.
Retiring the 4% Rule
A portfolio created with your long-term objectives in mind is crucial as you pursue your dream retirement.
From Boats to Brokers
From the Dutch East India Company to Wall Street, the stock market has a long and storied history.
Jane Bond: Infiltrating the Market
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, cracking the code on bonds.
Extended Care: A Patchwork of Possibilities
What is your plan for health care during retirement?
A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List
Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.