Organizing your finances when your spouse has died

Losing a spouse is a stressful transition. And the added pressure of having to settle the estate and organize finances can be overwhelming.... Read the full article

The sandwich generation: juggling family responsibilities.

At a time when your career is reaching a peak and you are looking ahead to your own retirement, you may find yourself in the position of having to... Read the full article

Going back to school as an adult

You've decided that college or graduate school is your ticket to a better career or the path to advancement in your current job. Or maybe you just... Read the full article

Mutual fund basics

A mutual fund pools the money of many investors to purchase securities. The fund's manager buys securities to pursue a stated investment strategy. By... Read the full article

Asset Allocation

Asset allocation is a common strategy that you can use to construct an investment portfolio. Asset allocation isn't about picking individual... Read the full article

Can I afford to send my child to college?

Being able to send your child to college is near the top of the wish list for most parents. A college education can open doors to many opportunities,... Read the full article

Understanding Social Security

Over 60 million people today receive some form of Social Security benefits, including approximately 39 million individuals age 65 or older. (Source:... Read the full article

Six keys to successful investing

A successful investor maximizes gain and minimizes loss. Though there can be no guarantee that any investment strategy will be successful and all... Read the full article