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Steven Simons

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Your Financial Future

Today’s economic environment presents many challenges. But along with these challenges comes opportunities and potential rewards for those who can identify long-term trends.

Whether you’re facing retirement—or looking to better understand certain investment ideas—we can help you address your most pressing money questions.

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Helpful Content

Trends in Charitable Giving

Trends in Charitable Giving

Some people may want a more advanced gifting strategy that can maximize their gift and generate potential tax benefits.

Money Myth: You Can’t Bounce Back from Retirement Setbacks

Money Myth: You Can’t Bounce Back from Retirement Setbacks

Learn how to plan for inflation, make up for lost time and adjust retirement savings goals as you approach the next chapter.

When Does Your Personal Car Become a Commercial Vehicle?

When Does Your Personal Car Become a Commercial Vehicle?

At what point can you call a personal vehicle commercial?

 

The Most Overlooked Item of Any Home Improvement

The item most homeowners forget on their home improvement project checklist is insurance.

Succeeding at Business Succession

There are a number of reasons for business owners to consider a business succession plan sooner rather than later.

What to Look for in an Extended-Care Policy

Here’s a list of 8 questions to ask that may help you better understand the costs and benefits of extended-care insurance.

Strategies to Defend Purchasing Power Across Generations

Keep your wealth working by preserving purchasing power over time.

Women and Financial Strategies

Most women don’t shy away from the day-to-day financial decisions, but some may be leaving their future to chance.

5 Benefits of Working in Retirement

Here are 5 reasons why you may consider working through retirement.

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Social Security Tax Estimator

Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be subject to federal income tax.

Historical Inflation

See how the purchasing power of a dollar has changed over time due to inflation.

Inflation & Retirement

See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.

Wedding Budget Calculator

Estimate total wedding costs and see how different choices affect your overall budget.

Annuity Comparison

Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.

How Compound Interest Works

Explore how compound interest can grow your money over time with this interactive tool.

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Global and International Funds

Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?

How to Retire Early

Retiring early sounds like a dream come true, but it’s important to take a look at the cold, hard facts.

Are Alternative Investments Right for You?

With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.

Rightsizing for Retirement

What does your home really cost?

Behavioral Finance

An amusing and whimsical look at behavioral finance best practices for investors.

RE: Retirement

How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?

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