Understanding Today’s Financial Environment
Newsletters
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Is It Time to Declare Your Financial Independence?
Here are some ideas to help pursue a life of financial freedom.
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HOT TOPIC: The Iran War, the Economy, and Your Portfolio
This article looks at the economic impact of the war with Iran, including rising oil and gas prices and the potential effects on inflation, investments, and the broader economy.
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Q&A on RMDs
Here are answers to some key questions about required minimum distributions.
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HOT TOPIC: Geopolitics and the U.S. Financial Markets
This article looks at market reactions to previous global conflicts and emphasizes that long-term market movements are generally driven by corporate earnings, interest rates, and the broader economy.
Calculators
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IRA Eligibility
Use this calculator to determine whether you qualify for the different types of IRAs.
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Lease Payment
How much would your monthly lease payment be?
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Impact of Inflation
Estimate the future cost of an item based on today’s prices and the rate of inflation you expect.
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Cost of Retirement
Use this calculator to estimate how much income and savings you may need in retirement.