The LPL Research Outlook 2019: FUNDAMENTAL: How to Focus on What Really Matters in the Markets is here to provide insightful commentary, economic and market guidance, and LPL Researches investment recommendations to help us navigate the year ahead.
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Estimating the Cost of College
This worksheet can help you estimate the costs of a four-year college program.
Fixed or Variable Mortgage, Which Should You Pick?
When selecting a mortgage, one of the most critical choices is between a fixed or variable interest-rate mortgage.
An Overview of Renter’s Insurance
Don’t overlook the need for renter’s insurance if you rent your home.
“Dirty Dozen” Tax Scams to Watch For
Every year the IRS releases its list of tax scams, spotlighting some ways that people try to separate you from your money.
Your Changing Definition of Risk in Retirement
A change in your mindset during retirement may drive changes to your portfolio.
Is a Variable Annuity Right for Me?
Pundits go on and on about how “terrible” or “wonderful” annuities are, but they never talk about whether annuities are right
Important Birthdays Over 50
Here's a look at several birthdays and “half-birthdays” that have implications regarding your retirement income.
The Half Million Dollar Baby
The true cost of raising a child may be far more than you expect.
Insurance Needs Assessment: Married With Children
When you’re married and have children, insurance needs will be different.
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Interested in a Fuel Efficient Car?
Estimate how many months it may take to recover the out-of-pocket costs when buying a more efficient vehicle.
What Is the Dividend Yield?
This calculator helps determine your pre-tax and after-tax dividend yield on a particular stock.
Historical Inflation
This calculator shows how inflation over the years has impacted purchasing power.
Lifetime of Earnings
Estimate how much you have the potential to earn during your working years.
Doubling Your Money
This calculator demonstrates the power of compound interest.
Disability Income
This calculator estimates your chances of becoming disabled and your potential need for disability insurance.
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5 Smart Investing Principles
Principles that can help create a portfolio designed to pursue investment goals.
An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
5 Smart Investing Strategies
There are some smart strategies that may help you pursue your investment objectives
Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
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Understanding the SECURE Act
Explaining the SECURE Act and how the changes affect your retirement strategy.
Safeguard Your Digital Estate
If you died, what would happen to your email archives, social profiles and online accounts?
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
Global and International Funds
Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?
Retirement Redefined
Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.
The Rule of 72
Do you know how long it may take for your investments to double in value? The Rule of 72 is a quick way to figure it out.