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How to create generational wealth for a growing family

To set them up for success, it’s important to think about financial decisions and future implications beyond just your lifetime.
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What to know about the life insurance claim process

The claims process is usually not complicated and can be completed by following some basic steps. Here’s how you can help ensure a smoother life insurance claims process.
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How to retire confidently

When it comes to retirement finances, many Americans don’t feel confident about their plans. Fortunately, you can boost your confidence by taking a few simple steps to ensure you are on the right path to financial security in your golden years.
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Financial literacy tips for college students

Although students are likely excited about classes, meeting new people, and enjoying all the extracurricular activities available on campus, managing finances and expanding money knowledge is important.
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Your common Social Security questions answered

Here are the answers to some common questions about Social Security and you may want to keep in mind when determining a plan for the future.
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Mastering the FIRE movement and achieving early retirement with an annuity

To help achieve this greater financial freedom, there’s a concept known as the Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) movement, which encourages certain saving and planning strategies to help make early retirement a reality.
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Planning for unexpected retirement costs

Consider these common surprise retirement costs to create an accurate budget for future spending.
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Preparing for retirement checklist

Ensuring a comfortable and financially secure retirement takes a little prep work, but when you take time to check all the boxes, you can feel more confident about achieving your goals for the future.
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Fixed index annuities and sequence of returns

When it comes to sustaining retirement income, people often place importance on the average rate of return. However, what might be more impactful is not the average return, but the order of returns.
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Smart saving ideas for empty nesters

Will you be excited for this new chapter or have a hard time adjusting? While this transition can be bittersweet, many personal and financial opportunities can arise from an empty nest.
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Financial tips for the sandwich generation

Over half of adults in this age range are sandwiched between supporting their children and their parents. Since this can bring about unique financial challenges, creating a clear strategy and budget is essential.
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Can I get life insurance if I’ve been diagnosed with a mental illness?

For those who have a mental health condition, they may be worried the diagnosis will make it more challenging to get life insurance coverage. Thankfully, it is still possible to qualify for a policy and put valuable financial protection in place.
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