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College Funding

Use this calculator to estimate the cost of your child’s education, based on the variables you input.

IRA Eligibility

Use this calculator to determine whether you qualify for the different types of IRAs.

Mortgage Acceleration

This calculator can help you determine how soon you can pay off your mortgage.

Mortgage Refinancing

Determine whether you should consider refinancing your mortgage.

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Would You Be Prepared for an Unplanned Early Retirement?

Nearly half of current retirees retired earlier than planned. Here are some steps to help prepare for the unexpected.

Saving for College: 529 Plan vs. Roth IRA

529 plans and Roth IRAs can both be used to save for college. This article compares the features of these two saving options.

Can You Put the Brakes on Rising Auto Insurance Premiums?

Auto insurance premiums increased more than 18% between July 2023 and July 2024. This article outlines some steps that may help reduce premiums.

Market Measures: Beyond the Dow

In addition to the better-known Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 stock indexes, this article provides an overview of some stock indexes that are commonly used as benchmarks.

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