"Saving for Retirement is only half the challenge. Developing a plan to help make your retirement money last a lifetime is the other half."

Tax-Deferred Savings

Compare the potential future value of tax-deferred investments to that of taxable investments.

Retirement Portfolio Lifespan

How Long Will Your Funds Last?

Long-Term Care Self Insurance

Will you be able to afford nursing home care?

Risk Tolerance

This calculator is designed to help you clarify your comfort level with investment risk.

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Why Realistic Expectations May Be Great

Although positive thinking can be powerful, there's a fine line between optimism and unrealistic expectations. There are possible pitfalls when overestimating how a portfolio will perform.

New Rules Are in the Cards

In 2010, the federal government issued a dizzying array of rules and reforms affecting consumer credit cards, debit cards, and gift cards. This article explains some of the important developments resulting from enactment of the Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009.

For Better, For Worse: Communicating About Retirement

A recent study indicates that couples are not communicating clearly about retirement goals and strategies, even as they approach retirement age. This article offers suggestions to open a dialogue and encourages couples to discuss their retirement needs and desires with each other and with their financial advisor.

HOT TOPIC: Why Global Investors Are Worried About European Debt

European officials are working on a bailout deal to help debt-laden Greece avoid default, but some are worried a broader eurozone financial crisis may be waiting in the wings. How likely is a Greek sovereign debt default, and how could it affect European and U.S. financial markets?

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