What is my risk tolerance? On your way home from work, do you drive in the slow lane or the fast lane? Each person has a different propensity for risk. When investing, this risk propensity can be used to determine […]
How much will I need to save for retirement? Retirement can be the saddest or happiest day of your life. This pre-retirement calculator will help you determine how well you have prepared and what you can do to improve your […]
How will payroll adjustments affect my take-home pay? Contributions to a qualified plan, participation in a company-sponsored cafeteria plan, change in filing status, or the number of allowances claimed will have a direct impact on take-home pay. For example, due […]
How long until my savings reach my goal? Compound interest can have a dramatic affect on the growth of a single deposit. Use this calculator to determine how many years an existing savings account will take to reach your stated […]
What is my life expectancy? With medical advances and improved lifestyles, life expectancies in the United States are on the rise.* Use this basic calculator to help determine how many years you may need to plan for in retirement or […]
Which is better: Cash up front or payments over time? Use this calculator to help determine whether you are better off receiving a lump sum payment and investing it yourself or receiving equal payments over time from a third party. […]
How should I allocate my assets? Over 90 percent of investment returns are determined by how investors allocate their assets versus security selection, market timing and other factors.* Use this calculator to help determine your portfolio allocation based on your […]
What are my long-term care insurance needs? There are basically three ways to fund your long-term care needs: self-insure, qualify for Medicaid or obtain long-term care insurance. Use this calculator to determine your potential long-term care needs and how long […]
What is the impact of making extra payments on my debt? Over the course of loan amortization, you will spend hundreds, thousands, and maybe even hundreds of thousands in interest. By making a small additional monthly payment toward principal, you […]
Am I Saving Enough for Retirement? Retirement can be the happiest day of your life! This pre-retirement calculator was developed to help you determine how well you have prepared and what you can do to improve your retirement outlook. It […]
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