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Do your kids have the right stuff for college?

Preparing for college means setting goals, staying focused, and tackling a few key milestones along the way.

Extra payments on student loans can save you more than you might expect. See how accelerating your payoff affects your t...
07/15/2026

Extra payments on student loans can save you more than you might expect. See how accelerating your payoff affects your timeline and total interest paid.

See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.

Explore how inflation has affected purchasing power over the decades with this historical tool.
07/13/2026

Explore how inflation has affected purchasing power over the decades with this historical tool.

See how the purchasing power of a dollar has changed over time due to inflation.

A million dollars is a common milestone—but what does it actually take to get there? Enter your numbers and see how cont...
07/10/2026

A million dollars is a common milestone—but what does it actually take to get there? Enter your numbers and see how contributions and time work together.

See what it takes in monthly contributions and time to reach a million-dollar savings goal.

Markets posted solid second-quarter gains as investors responded to upbeat economic reports, continued diplomatic effort...
07/09/2026

Markets posted solid second-quarter gains as investors responded to upbeat economic reports, continued diplomatic efforts in the Middle East, and strong first-quarter corporate numbers. The S&P 500 rose 14.87%, the Nasdaq gained 21.41%, and the Dow picked up 12.90%, while Canada’s S&P/TSX Composite added 6.37%. Looking ahead, markets may continue to react to Middle East updates, oil prices, inflation trends, and the pace of global commerce through the Strait of Hormuz. From U.S. home price growth to Canadian housing forecasts, this quarter’s by-the-numbers highlights the data behind one of North America’s most closely watched markets.

Quarterly Market Insights | July 2026 U.S. and Canadian Markets Stocks saw solid gains in the second quarter, riding a wave of enthusiasm over upbeat economic reports, ongoing diplomatic efforts in the Middle East, and strong first-quarter corporate numbers. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index rose 14...

Want to know if you or your loved ones will be affected by the new Social Security Fairness Act? Read more about these i...
07/08/2026

Want to know if you or your loved ones will be affected by the new Social Security Fairness Act? Read more about these important changes and what they mean for retirement strategy.

Learn how the Social Security Fairness Act boosts benefits for eligible public sector workers and their families.

An ILIT could play a role in your estate strategy.
07/06/2026

An ILIT could play a role in your estate strategy.

Irrevocable life insurance trusts can be important tools that may accomplish a number of estate objectives.

Does it make more sense to push back retirement, or not to retire at all?
07/03/2026

Does it make more sense to push back retirement, or not to retire at all?

A growing number of Americans are pushing back the age at which they plan to retire. Or deciding not to retire at all.

If you have employer-issued stock, an understanding of Net Unrealized Appreciation strategies may benefit your portfolio...
07/01/2026

If you have employer-issued stock, an understanding of Net Unrealized Appreciation strategies may benefit your portfolio.

Learn the advantages of a Net Unrealized Appreciation strategy with this helpful article.

Long-term care costs can be significant—and many people underestimate them. Use this tool to get a sense of what care mi...
06/29/2026

Long-term care costs can be significant—and many people underestimate them. Use this tool to get a sense of what care might cost and how to prepare.

Estimate potential long-term care costs and what coverage may help address them.

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