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Newsletters
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Can You Put the Brakes on Rising Auto Insurance Premiums?
Auto insurance premiums increased more than 18% between July 2023 and July 2024. This article outlines some steps that may help reduce premiums.
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Saving for College: 529 Plan vs. Roth IRA
529 plans and Roth IRAs can both be used to save for college. This article compares the features of these two saving options.
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New SAVE Repayment Plan Offers Key Benefits
In July 2023, the Department of Education launched a new income-driven repayment plan for federal student loans called the Saving on a Valuable Education Plan.
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Just Your Average Millionaire
The average net worth of U.S. families surpassed $1 million for the first time in 2022, but wealth levels vary greatly by age, housing status, education, and income.
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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Mortgage Refinancing
Determine whether you should consider refinancing your mortgage.
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Car Affordability
How much can you afford to pay for a car?
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Home Affordability
Estimate of the maximum amount of financing you can expect to get when you begin house hunting.