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Newsletters
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Phased Retirement Can Help Smooth the Transition
The article explains why a phased retirement program can be a positive experience for employees, employers, and customers.
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Fine-Tuning with Sector Funds
The stocks in the S&P 500 are classified by 11 sectors, each of which responds differently to market conditions.
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Convertible Bonds Straddle the Line Between Fixed Income and Potential Growth
A convertible bond is a regular corporate bond that comes with a special added feature: the investor has the right to convert it into shares of that company’s common stock.
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A Pension Strategy That May Boost Your Income
A strategy called pension maximization may enable a married pensioner to elect the higher payments of a single-life annuity while also providing for the spouse’s financial future.
Calculators
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Roth IRA Conversion
This calculator can help you determine whether you should consider converting to a Roth IRA.
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Cost of Retirement
Use this calculator to estimate how much income and savings you may need in retirement.
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Mortgage Refinancing
Determine whether you should consider refinancing your mortgage.
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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.