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Welcome to our research center! We've put together a library of information on important financial topics that we believe you'll find helpful.

Simply click on one of the general financial topics below and you'll find a selection of easy-to-understand information sheets about related financial concepts and strategies. This information is updated regularly to reflect the latest facts, figures, legislation, and economic trends.

Market Commentary

Estates & Trusts

What Are the Pitfalls of Probate?

The probate process can be lengthy and complex. There are strategies you can use to help avoid the probate process.
What Gifting Strategies Are Available to Me?

Compare the advantages and disadvantages of different gifting strategies available for planned giving.

Retirement

How Much Do I Need to Save?

Many realize it’s important to save for retirement, but knowing exactly how much to save is another issue altogether.

Tax Planning

How Much Money Can I Put Into My IRA or Employer-Sponsored Retirement Plan?

IRAs and employer-sponsored retirement plans are subject to annual contribution limits set by the federal government.
Is There Such a Thing as a Tax-Free Investment?

It's important to understand tax-exempt vehicles when establishing a comprehensive tax planning strategy.

Investing

How Are Growth and Value Stocks Different?

The labels growth and value reflect different approaches that can be used when making investment decisions.
What Are the Different Classes of Assets?

There are five broad asset classes that you should take into consideration when constructing your investment portfolio.
How Can I Save for My Child’s College Education?

There are several funding methods for a child's college education including mutual funds and Section 529 plans.

Cash Management

What Cash Management Tools Are Available?

Short-term cash management instruments can help you establish a sound cash management program.

Risk Management

Why Purchase Life Insurance?

If you have a family who relies on your income, it is important to have life insurance protection.
How Can I Insure My Future?

To help you choose insurance wisely, determine how much coverage and what kind of policy is best for your situation.

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Articles

Market Commentary

Estates & Trusts

What Are the Pitfalls of Probate?

What Gifting Strategies Are Available to Me?

Retirement

How Much Do I Need to Save?

Tax Planning

How Much Money Can I Put Into My IRA or Employer-Sponsored Retirement Plan?

Is There Such a Thing as a Tax-Free Investment?

Investing

How Are Growth and Value Stocks Different?

What Are the Different Classes of Assets?

How Can I Save for My Child’s College Education?

Cash Management

What Cash Management Tools Are Available?

Risk Management

Why Purchase Life Insurance?

How Can I Insure My Future?