Articles to help with estate planning
What is digital estate planning?
As technology continues to evolve, it's vital to understand what happens to your online accounts when you can no longer manage them or pass away.
Common estate-planning mistakes
Avoid these common mistakes when planning an estate.
Questions about Social Security survivor benefits
Understanding eligibility and how to apply for survivor benefits.
When should I update my estate plan?
Marriage, death and divorce are definite times you should review your estate plan. Here are some others.
What is a will and why do you need one?
A will is a legal document that establishes who will receive your assets from your estate and can appoint guardianship of minors.
Types of wills and trusts
What are the differences between a basic will, pour-over will, tax-saving will, living trust and more? Learn more about wills and trusts in this informative article.
Life insurance planning
Benefits of owning a life insurance policy to cover your final expenses
Final expense insurance (or burial insurance) can help relieve the burden of funeral planning. We'll explore details of guaranteed issue life insurance.
What determines the cost of life insurance?
Factors that affect life insurance premiums may have a large influence on the price.
Life insurance basics
Not all life insurance policies are the same. Find out more about what life insurance is, how it works, the different types and why they matter.
Articles to help plan your retirement
Financial wellness tips to help improve your financial future
Get ahead and learn how to improve financial wellness through simple spending, saving and budgeting tips.
How to help plan for healthcare in retirement
The average medical expenses in retirement are often greater than many people realize, but planning ahead can help mitigate the unexpected.
Calculate how long to pay off a Home Equity Line of Credit
You can also use different loan amounts or monthly payments to see how quickly the loan could be paid.
Financial planning and investing articles
Managing financial affairs for someone else
Learn how to assume a role as a financial caregiver and understand the legal implications involved.
Financial goals by age: a decade-by-decade approach
Help meet your financial goals and stay on track for retirement with these age-based saving tips.
How to talk to your parents about money
Talking to elderly parents about finances can be complicated. Here are some helpful tips to help you break the ice and have a productive dialogue.
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