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Mortgage Acceleration

This calculator can help you determine how soon you can pay off your mortgage.

IRA Eligibility

Use this calculator to determine whether you qualify for the different types of IRAs.

College Funding

Use this calculator to estimate the cost of your child’s education, based on the variables you input.

Mortgage Refinancing

Determine whether you should consider refinancing your mortgage.

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HOT TOPIC: Geopolitics and the U.S. Financial Markets

This article looks at market reactions to previous global conflicts and emphasizes that long-term market movements are generally driven by corporate earnings, interest rates, and the broader economy.

Home Appliance Economics

The prices of new home appliances have declined over the last decade, but repair costs have gone through the roof. Here’s what to consider when facing appliance-buying decisions.

Peer-to-Peer Payments Are Popular, but Be Careful

Making a peer-to-peer (P2P) payment is a convenient way to transfer money to family, friends, or businesses — these precautions can help avoid costly mistakes.

Life Insurance Might Help During Turbulent Economic Times

During periods of economic uncertainty and stock market volatility, life insurance may be a useful tool to consider.

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