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• Behavioral Biases That Can Lead to Costly Mistakes

  Learn about six blind spots that can lead to regrettable portfolio decisions (and how investors might avoid them).

• Classifying Workers: Know the Rules and Risks

  This article explores the complex web of federal and state tax and employment laws that determine how businesses must classify workers.

• Consider a Roth Conversion for Tax-Free Income

  Lower tax rates and asset values may make now the time to consider a Roth conversion. This article outlines the rules and potential benefits.

• Crisis Relief: Financial Lifelines for Affected Workers

  Temporary crisis relief legislation makes it easier to access retirement account funds and extends paid leave for workers at some small businesses.

• Debit or Credit? Pick a Card

  Do you know the differences between debit and credit cards? This article discusses both and when it might be better to use a credit card.

• Do ETFs Belong in Your Portfolio?

  Do you know the potential benefits and risks of exchange-traded funds and how they differ from mutual funds?

• Don’t Let a Disaster Keep the Lights Off Forever

  As a small-business owner, do you know the types of coverages that may or may not be included in a standard business owner policy?

• Early Retirement and Your Tax-Deferred Savings

  Find out how the rules for early-distribution penalty exceptions differ for withdrawals from traditional IRAs and employer-sponsored plans.

• Five Red Flags That Raise the Odds of an Audit

  Ever wonder why the IRS might take a closer look at a taxpayer’s return? This article discusses different types of audits and what might trigger one.

• Four Questions on the Roth Five-Year Rule

  This article provides an overview of two versions of the Roth five-year rule and how they apply to various situations.

• HOT TOPIC: College Disrupted: Students Face High Costs and Pandemic Impact

  Paying for college can mean borrowing money or risking savings. This article focuses on financial aid and the importance of informed academic choices.

• HOT TOPIC: Government Acts to Blunt Financial Impact of Global Pandemic

  A discussion of the measures being taken by the federal government to support workers, businesses, financial markets, and the economy in these trying times.

• HOT TOPIC: The Coronavirus and the Global Economy

  An examination of how China’s coronavirus-driven slowdown has affected global business activity and a look at its potential economic impact.

• HOT TOPIC: The Shape of Economic Recovery

  This article looks at the potential shape of the COVID-19 economic recovery with some historical context and key factors that may affect the direction of the economy.

• HOT TOPIC: Think Twice Before Speculating on a COVID-19 Cure

  This article discusses risks involved in developing treatments and vaccines for COVID-19, and why discoveries might not benefit investors.

• HOT TOPIC: Too Much Oil with Nowhere to Go

  This article looks at the reasons behind crude oil’s price collapse and the larger issue of imbalance between supply and demand in the global oil industry.

• Indexed Annuities: A Strategy to Turn Savings into Retirement Income

  Explore the unique features and risks of indexed annuities and their potential role in investors’ retirement income strategies.

• Keeping Cool: Investment Strategy vs. Reaction

  This article offers ideas to help investors focus on strategic decisions rather than react emotionally to the latest market news or movements.

• Living Benefits Can Help Counter Retirement Risks

  Optional riders that add living benefits to annuities might help retirees address two financial risks: outliving their savings and paying for long-term care.

• Looking for Value with P/E Ratios

  Discover the basics of P/E ratios, with an emphasis on analyzing them in the appropriate context for making meaningful comparisons.

• Managing Your Workplace Retirement Plan

  This article presents some steps employees can take to get the most out of their employer-sponsored retirement plans.

• Mid-Year Is a Great Time to Fine-Tune Your Finances

  The middle of the year is an ideal time to revisit financial resolutions and consider steps that may help develop a stronger financial position.

• Playing Defense: Three Stock Strategies to Help Control Risk

  This article outlines three defensive strategies that may help during economic downturns: low-volatility, dividends, and defensive sectors.

• Quarterly Taxes: Deadlines Keep Coming for the Self-Employed

  If you are self-employed, do you know how to calculate quarterly estimated tax payments in order to avoid underpayment penalties?

• SECURE Act Changes That Matter to Small Employers

  The SECURE Act could make it easier and more affordable for business owners to provide retirement plans and help their employees save for retirement.

• Setting a Retirement Savings Goal

  This article features a worksheet to help you estimate the savings you might need to generate your desired retirement income.

• Social Security May Offer a Lifetime of Protection

  This article provides an overview of four times other than retirement when Social Security might affect you or your family.

• Stay-at-Home Spouse? Consider a Spousal IRA

  Stay-at-home spouses can fall behind in saving for retirement. This article explains how a spousal IRA can help keep retirement savings on track.

• Telemedicine: The Virtual Doctor Will See You Now

  Many large employers offer telemedicine programs in their benefit packages. Do you know the potential advantages of telemedicine?

• The Beige Book: A Timely Economic Read

  The Federal Reserve’s “Beige Book” provides a broad overview of the economy that is often essential for making economic policy decisions.

• The Cost of Family Caregiving

  A look at the financial, emotional, and physical costs of family caregiving with some helpful suggestions for caregivers.

• Three Lessons from Retirees

  A survey of workers and retirees yielded three key findings that may prove helpful in planning for retirement. Find out more.

• Turbulent Times: Bear Markets Come and Go

  A look at the economic conditions that triggered the 2020 bear market and why investors may benefit from having a longer-term perspective.

• Why You Might Need Disability Income Insurance

  This article explains how an individual disability income insurance policy can help provide income if a disability leaves you unable to work.

• Will vs. Trust: Know the Difference

  Wills and trusts can each help in the distribution of assets at death. This article points out important differences between the two.