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The Importance of a Will & Keeping it Updated
Having a will is a crucial aspect of estate planning that ensures your assets are distributed according to your wishes after you pass away. Without this legal document, the distribution of your estate will be determined by the laws of your state, which may not align...
Saving for K-12 Education with a 529 Plan
529 plans were originally established to help families pay for qualified higher education expenses by offering tax-deferred investment growth and tax-free withdrawals. In 2017, federal tax legislation changed how these accounts can be used. Though individual states...
Protecting the Social Security Payout of a disabled Senior
To handle payments for a disabled senior, it's not enough to put powers of attorney, medical directives or guardianship arrangements in place. One in three seniors will die with dementia.1 It’s a sobering statistic, and when you consider it alongside increasing...
A Mid-Retirement Check-In
Evaluate your retirement beyond health and wealth. As you move through retirement, it’s important to set time aside to reflect on how you’re doing. While most people often focus on their health and finances, it’s equally as important to think about other areas of...
A Financial Checklist for Newlyweds
After many months of planning, a wedding is a time of celebration. Marriage marks the beginning of a new chapter in life, bringing with it a host of exciting changes and responsibilities. One of the most crucial aspects newlyweds need to address is their financial...
The Lasting Benefit of Financial Literacy
Key financial lessons to teach your children as they grow. Talking to kids about money can be awkward, but it’s important. That’s the takeaway from a recent T. Rowe Price survey, which showed that parents consider topics like death and politics easier to discuss with...
Tax-advantaged accounts: A powerful addition to your financial plan
The benefits of tax-efficient wealth management. A tax-advantaged account offers certain tax benefits to encourage individuals to save or invest for specific purposes, such as retirement, education or healthcare. These accounts can help you lower your taxable income,...
Protecting your privacy on social media: how much is too much?
Follow these tips for protecting your privacy on social media. In 2020, there were 3.96 billion active users on social media and the number keeps growing. Whether it’s to find a place to eat, stay in touch with friends or family, or connect with industry peers to gain...
4 Priceless Money Lessons for Kids
Financial literacy is a gift that lasts a lifetime. Financial tradeoffs, interest rates and the importance of having an emergency fund: Our current economic circumstances are full of teachable moments we can and should share with our children. After all, they’re...
Bolster Your Business Planning Strategy with Life Insurance
Life insurance can help your business in two main ways – executive benefits and succession planning. As a business owner, you’ve spent significant time growing and nurturing your business. Here are a few ways that life insurance can be used to help reinforce your...
Summer Savings: How to Enjoy the Season Without Breaking the Bank
Summer is a season of sunshine, vacations, and outdoor adventures, but it can also be a time of overspending if you're not careful. The good news is that you don't need to break the bank to make the most out of these warm and sunny months. With a little creativity and...
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