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Planning & Retirement

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Financial planning

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Equity Compensation—Fun Money?

When your employer grants you shares of stock, it can feel like a bonus. But it's more than fun money; it's a chance to build your financial future if you manage it right.

January 12, 2026

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Automate Your Financial Future

You put your spending on automatic with monthly subscriptions for music, streaming services, or meal delivery. Why not put your savings on automatic too?

January 07, 2026

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A Guide to Rule 10b5-1 Plans

We'll cover the basics of what 10b5-1 plans are, who can use them, why they were created, and some features and considerations to think about before enrolling in a 10b5-1 plan.

January 07, 2026

College and education

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Ways to Pay for College

With college costs soaring, many grandparents want to step in to help. Here are three tax-smart strategies to consider.

January 12, 2026

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529 College Savings Plans

The 529 savings plan provides several tax advantages when used for education expenses.

December 16, 2025

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529 Accounts for Study Abroad

Yes, families can use 529 distributions to pay for costs associated with study abroad programs—but there are restrictions. Here's what to know.

November 14, 2025

Estate planning

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Ways to Pay for College

With college costs soaring, many grandparents want to step in to help. Here are three tax-smart strategies to consider.

January 12, 2026

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Do You Need a Trust?

Wills may not make sense for all estate planning needs. Find out when you might want to consider a trust.

December 08, 2025

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Estate Planning Lessons

A strong estate plan requires clear documents and honest conversations. I learned this first-hand after losing my father, along with several other key lessons worth sharing.

November 28, 2025

Saving for retirement

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How Does a 401(k) Match Work?

Learn how a 401(k) match works and other FAQs like contribution limits, what happens if you leave your job, and tips if you can't contribute enough to get the full employer match.

December 11, 2025

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Whether you're considering a traditional IRA or already contributing to one, it's a good idea to know what will happen when it's time to take your hard-earned savings out. Here are four questions to get you started.

December 10, 2025

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How Does a Roth IRA Work?

Even if you don't have an employer sponsored retirement plan, it's still important to save for your future.

December 03, 2025

In retirement

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Retirement Health Care Costs

Four tips for managing health care costs in retirement.

November 19, 2025

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Annuities and Estate Planning

If you have an annuity you no longer need, consider these five ways to deploy the extra income in your estate plan.

November 19, 2025

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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

Tax planning

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Tax Brackets 2025

Learn how 2025 tax brackets affect your filing strategy, deductions, retirement contributions, and credits—and how to plan smarter before Tax Day.

December 08, 2025

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Understanding Tax Cost Ratio

Tax cost ratio is a key metric for tax-efficient investing. Here's what it is and how it works.

November 18, 2025

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Cryptocurrency Donations

Donating cryptocurrency offers potential tax benefits but also comes with unique considerations that can complicate the process.

November 14, 2025

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