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College Funding

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

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.

Mortgage Refinancing

Determine whether you should consider refinancing your mortgage.

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Closed-End Funds May Offer Higher Income

Closed-end funds are considered to carry higher risk but may provide a higher income stream than traditional mutual funds holding similar securities.

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.

New Auto Loan Interest Deduction Explained

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) provides an annual deduction of up to $10,000 for interest paid on qualifying new auto loans, effective for tax years 2025 through 2028.

Taxing Social Security Benefits: Clearing the Confusion

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act did not change the rules for taxing Social Security benefits, but it did create a new deduction for seniors that could help reduce their tax burden.

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