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Index Funds: Traditional and Not-So-Traditional

While all index funds attempt to track the performance of a market index, there are hundreds of indexes and at least two alternate approaches to traditional indexing.
Don’t Overlook the Value of Social Security Survivor Benefits

While life insurance might play a central role after the death of a financial provider, Social Security could also offer another important source of income for survivors.
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.
HOT TOPIC: Will Tax Law Changes Impact Your Giving Strategy?

New tax rules will determine the deductibility of donations in 2026 for better or worse, which means taxpayers may want to rethink the timing and amount of their donations for 2025 and beyond.

Cost of Retirement

Use this calculator to estimate how much income and savings you may need in retirement.
Mortgage Refinancing

Determine whether you should consider refinancing your mortgage.
Savings Goals

How much do you need to save each year to meet your long-term financial goals?
Roth IRA Conversion

This calculator can help you determine whether you should consider converting to a Roth IRA.