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Newsletters
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All Eyes on the Earnings Picture
Earnings season can be a volatile period for stocks. As investors digest and respond to new data, the marketplace rewards some companies and punishes others.
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HOT TOPIC: Rescuing America’s Safety Net
This article looks at the current fiscal outlook for the Social Security and Medicare programs and presents some potential changes that might help to strengthen them.
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Bear Market Emotions: Strategy vs. Reaction
Staying disciplined in building a well-constructed portfolio over time can help carry investors through the market’s rough spots.
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Individual Bonds vs. Bond Funds: What’s the Difference?
Individual bonds and bond funds can both provide an income stream, but there are important differences. This article provides an overview of these two types of investments.
Calculators
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Life Expectancy
Knowing your likely life expectancy is an important factor in making long-term financial plans.
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Car Affordability
How much can you afford to pay for a car?
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Home Affordability
Estimate of the maximum amount of financing you can expect to get when you begin house hunting.
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Loan Payoff
How much will it cost to pay off a loan over its lifetime?