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A Roadmap for Your Family

A letter of instruction could be just as important as a will in helping loved ones settle an estate and move forward with their lives.

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HOT TOPIC: The Fed Lowers Rates in an Economic Balancing Act

Analyzes the Fed's trade-offs between employment and inflation concerns.

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HOT TOPIC: The Shutdown is Over: What Now?

The longest government shutdown in U.S. history ended on November 12, 2025. This article looks at the bill that ended the shutdown, issues that are unresolved, and estimates of the economic impact.

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Cash Balance Plans Help Some Business Owners Supersize Retirement Savings

These plans have generous contribution limits that increase with age, which may allow high-income business owners to catch up on retirement savings and significantly reduce their taxable incomes.

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Required Minimum Distributions

Estimate the annual required distribution from your traditional IRA or former employers retirement plan after you turn age 73.

Retirement Plan Early Distribution

Estimate how much would remain after paying income taxes and penalties if you took an early distribution from a retirement plan.

LTCI Cost of Waiting

Estimate the potential cost of waiting to purchase a long-term care insurance policy.

Mortgage Refinancing

Determine whether you should consider refinancing your mortgage.

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