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Practical Information for Financial Success

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Cost of Retirement

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

Roth IRA Conversion

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

Estate Taxes

Use this calculator to estimate the federal estate taxes that could be due on your estate after you die.

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A New Way to Diversify

Exchange-traded funds are unique investments that resemble mutual funds in some ways and behave like stock in other ways.

Variable Annuities Add Guarantees

Investors who would rather not choose between a guaranteed income and above-average investment gains may want to consider variable annuities with living benefit guarantees.

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