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Don’t Take the Bait: Top Tax Scams in 2025

As tax filing season approaches, the IRS warns taxpayers to watch for scams that can cause identity theft, financial loss, or criminal penalties.
Life Insurance for Two

Survivorship life insurance may be a cost-effective coverage solution for older couples or business partners.
Don’t Overlook the Value of Social Security Survivor Benefits

While life insurance might play a central role after the death of a financial provider, Social Security could also offer another important source of income for survivors.
Avoiding Probate with a TOD Deed and TOD Account

In many states, a transfer-on-death (TOD) deed and/or account can help avoid probate without the cost and complexity of a trust.

Tax-Deferred Savings

Compare the potential future value of tax-deferred investments to that of taxable investments.
IRA Eligibility

Use this calculator to determine whether you qualify for the different types of IRAs.
LTCI Cost of Waiting

Estimate the potential cost of waiting to purchase a long-term care insurance policy.
Taxable Equivalent Yield

Calculate the rate of return you would have to receive from a taxable investment to realize an equivalent tax-exempt yield.