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Newsletters
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How Well Do You Understand Retirement Plan Rules?
From IRAs to 401(k)s, qualified retirement plans can be complex. This short quiz tests readers’ knowledge of a few of the finer points.
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Grandparent 529 Plans Get a Boost Under New FAFSA Rules
Read how the FAFSA Simplification Act helps grandparents assist with college costs without impacting their grandchildren’s financial aid.
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Looking Back, Looking Forward
See the indicators economists rely on to understand the past, present, and potential future direction of the economy.
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New Changes to College Financial Aid and Education Tax Benefits
The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, included several provisions affecting financial aid and education. Learn more.
Calculators
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Cost of Retirement
Use this calculator to estimate how much income and savings you may need in retirement.
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Long-Term Care Self Insurance
Will you be able to afford nursing home care?
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Mortgage Refinancing
Determine whether you should consider refinancing your mortgage.
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Mortgage Acceleration
This calculator can help you determine how soon you can pay off your mortgage.