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Living in Retirement

Learn how to manage your money and portfolio in retirement, and find out what to do about RMDs, taxes, estate planning, and more

Manage your retirement income

Gray Divorce and Retirement

What to know when going through a late-in-life divorce.

October 03, 2025 Bob Barth

Life Expectancy in Retirement

A closer look at perhaps the most important assumption of retirement planning: life expectancy.

August 28, 2025

Robo-Advisors and Retirement

When it's time to make the shift from saving for retirement to living off your savings, what's a good way to help create a steady stream of income that lasts as long as you do?

August 13, 2025

Roth IRA Conversion and Taxes

How to make the most of a Roth IRA conversion.

August 12, 2025

Charitable Gift Annuities

A charitable gift annuity (CGA) allows older individuals to donate a one-time distribution from an IRA to a qualified charity and receive income for life. Here's how they work.

August 11, 2025

Consider tax-smart strategies

Reconciliation Bill FAQs

The Reconciliation Bill, a.k.a. the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), touches nearly every corner of the tax landscape. Here are some of the biggest takeaways for taxpayers.

November 14, 2025

How to Use a QPRT

Qualified Personal Residential Trusts (QPRTs) can be effective estate planning tools that may help you pay fewer gift and estate taxes when passing on a house to your heirs.

November 13, 2025

5 Questions for Gray Marriages

Getting married later in life raises a host of unique financial considerations. Here's what you can ask yourselves before you tie the knot.

November 07, 2025

Plan your legacy

Your Estate Plan Abroad

If you live or own property abroad, your U.S. estate plan may not be enough. Here's what to consider if you have financial ties in multiple countries.

November 14, 2025

What Is a Discretionary Trust?

Despite grantors' best intentions, restrictive trust provisions can sometimes do more harm than good. With the right trustee, a discretionary trust could be a better solution.

November 14, 2025


How to Use a QPRT

Qualified Personal Residential Trusts (QPRTs) can be effective estate planning tools that may help you pay fewer gift and estate taxes when passing on a house to your heirs.

November 13, 2025

5 Documents for College Kids

When your child becomes an adult, you lose access to their private information. Establishing these legal documents before they go off to college can offer peace of mind.

November 12, 2025

5 Questions for Gray Marriages

Getting married later in life raises a host of unique financial considerations. Here's what you can ask yourselves before you tie the knot.

November 07, 2025

What Is an Estate Sale?

An estate sale can be an effective way to downsize or unload inherited possessions. Learn how the process works to help minimize financial and emotional costs.

October 20, 2025

The latest bond insights

Cooper Howard

5 Reasons to Consider Munis Now

Cooper Howard
October 28, 2025
Collin Martin

Update on High-Yield Defaults

Collin Martin
October 24, 2025
Cooper Howard

High-Yield Munis: What to Know

Cooper Howard
September 26, 2025

Manage your investments

Protect your financial and physical well-being

How to Wire Money Safely

Wire transfers are a common target for scammers. Here's how to help ensure your funds go to legitimate recipients.

November 14, 2025

Medicare for Globetrotters

Medicare can fall short when traveling. Here's how to fill the gaps.

October 31, 2025

Talking Money with Mom and Dad

Talking through these five money topics as your parents age could help bring peace of mind and relief to both you and your parents.

October 14, 2025

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The information provided here is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered an individualized recommendation or personalized investment advice. The investment strategies mentioned here may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review an investment strategy for his or her own particular situation before making any investment decision. 

All expressions of opinion are subject to change without notice in reaction to shifting market conditions. Data contained herein from third-party providers is obtained from what are considered reliable sources. However, its accuracy, completeness or reliability cannot be guaranteed. 

Examples provided are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be reflective of results you can expect to achieve.

Investing involves risks including loss of principal.

The information provided here is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for specific individualized tax, legal or investment planning advice. Where specific advice is necessary or appropriate, consult with a qualified tax advisor, CPA, financial planner or investment manager.