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Emergency fund basics: How to save smart for the unexpected
An emergency fund can save the day, for everything from a leaky pipe to medicine for a pet. But how do you start one and pay for everything else? We’ve got ideas.

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Map out your retirement budget
Get started with our step-by-step guide, including a printable resource you can take to your financial professional.

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What to know about Roth IRAs and Roth conversions
We’ll help you understand the benefits Roth IRAs offer, your options for including a Roth IRA in your retirement savings strategy and what to consider when evaluating your needs.

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What should you do when interest rates go up or down?
Evaluating the impact of interest rate changes on everything from big purchases to daily savings goals can help you create your financial plan.

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Is a variable annuity right for you?
If retirement is still a few years (or even a few decades) off, a variable annuity could offer a great opportunity to potentially grow your nest egg.

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3 steps to get started when you're ready to invest
You’re already an “investor” if you contribute to your 401(k). But if you’re ready to venture beyond saving/investing in a retirement plan, here are 3 steps to get started.

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Facing a retirement income shortfall? Here are some ideas.
If it looks like your sources of income in retirement might fall a little short, don’t panic. Here are some steps you can take today to help fill in your income gap.

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Check out some tips you can use with kids in your life to help them become super savers.

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Keep prying eyes out of your online accounts
If you use a computer or mobile device to log into your accounts you’ve probably encountered two-factor authentication. 2FA creates an extra layer of security.

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Social Security: Why you should create an account online
Today, many of us have multiple online accounts for our finances. Banking, insurance, retirement savings—but what about Social Security?