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Your mid-year money check-up: A step-by-step guide

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The beauty of guaranteed lifetime income with a fixed index annuity

One effective way to help provide guaranteed lifetime income is by incorporating a fixed index annuity into your retirement plan.
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Your mid-year money check-up: A step-by-step guide

Conducting a mid-year financial check-up can provide a chance to complete a personal finance review, assess progress, and determine if any adjustments might be needed.
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What type of annuity is right for me?

Creating a retirement plan is now more critical than ever. Including an annuity as part of your overall financial strategy can help you grow and protect your retirement savings while providing income for the future.
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Annuity basics 101: How do annuities work?

Whether it’s understanding the annuity rate of return, payout structures, or the role of timing, exploring annuity basics is crucial for anyone considering this financial tool as part of their long-term strategy.
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Financial tips for first-time home buyers

To simplify the process, there are several financial tips for first-time home buyers that can streamline things and help them become better informed on their path to homeownership.
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Life insurance riders explained

Since everyone’s needs are unique, policies can often be customized with life insurance riders to add extra coverage or benefits.
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How to talk about finances before marriage

The earlier open discussions about money take place, the easier it can be to ensure both partners are on the same page and make the transition into married life smoother.
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Post-college money management

For a smoother transition from student to full-time employee, here are several tips you can follow now to help create a brighter financial future.
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Retirement planning: annuities or certificates of deposit

Here’s a closer look at the advantages of annuities and CDs, the key differences between the two, and how to determine which one may be a good match for personal retirement goals.
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How to improve financial literacy

Without the knowledge to make informed decisions, it might become challenging to prepare for emergencies, save for future goals, or secure a comfortable retirement.
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Financial moves to make before you graduate college

Before you earn your diploma, there are several financial moves you can make now to help get started on the right foot after college.
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Financial planning tips for millennials

During this stage of life, it’s important to set both short and long-term financial goals and develop a solid saving strategy for boosting financial freedom.
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