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Why do people buy bonds? Investors buy bonds because: They provide a predictable income stream. Typically, bonds pay interest twice a year. If the bonds are held to maturity, bondholders get back the entire principal, so bonds are a way to preserve capital while investing. Bonds can help offset exposure to more volatile stock holdings. […]
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Auction rate securities (ARS) are debt or preferred equity securities that have interest rates that are periodically re-set through auctions, typically every 7, 14, 28, or 35 days. ARS are generally structured as bonds with long-term maturities (20 to 30 years) or preferred shares (issued by closed-end funds). Municipalities and public authorities, student loan providers […]
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Understanding fees You will pay several charges when you invest in a variable annuity. Be sure you understand all charges before you invest. Besides surrender charges, there are a number of other charges, including: Mortality and expense risk charge. This charge is equal to a certain percentage of your account value, typically about 1.25% per […]
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What are the benefits and risks of variable annuities? Some people look to annuities to “insure” their retirement and to receive periodic payments once they no longer receive a salary. There are two phases to annuities, the accumulation phase and the payout phase. During the accumulation phase, you make payments that may be split among […]
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Why do people buy annuities? People typically buy annuities to help manage their income in retirement. Annuities provide three things: Periodic payments for a specific amount of time. This may be for the rest of your life, or the life of your spouse or another person. Death benefits. If you die before you start receiving […]
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Does investing in a 529 plan impact financial aid eligibility? While each educational institution may treat assets held in a 529 account differently, investing in a 529 plan will generally impact a student’s eligibility to receive need-based financial aid for college. You may also need to consider how having money in your 529 account for […]
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How does investing in a 529 plan affect federal and state income taxes? Investing in a 529 plan may offer savers special tax benefits. These benefits vary depending on the state and the 529 plan. In addition, state and federal laws that affect 529 plans could change. You should make sure you understand the tax […]
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What is a 529 plan? A 529 plan is a tax-advantaged savings plan designed to encourage saving for future education costs. 529 plans, legally known as “qualified tuition plans,” are sponsored by states, state agencies, or educational institutions and are authorized by Section 529 of the Internal Revenue Code. There are two types of 529 […]
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When you place an order to buy or sell stock, you might not think about where or how your broker will execute the trade. But where and how your order is executed can impact the overall cost of the transaction, including the price you pay for the stock. Here’s what you should know about trade […]
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Having a “long” position in a security means that you own the security. Investors maintain “long” security positions in the expectation that the stock will rise in value in the future. The opposite of a “long” position is a “short” position. A “short” position is generally the sale of a stock you do not own. […]
Cryotherapy for Skin Health: The Science and Benefits of Cold Treatments for Skin
Imagine stepping into a chamber chilled to subzero temperatures. It might sound extreme, but cryotherapy—a therapy …
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Land and property records are more than financial transactions; they’re stories etched into land deeds and …
The Role of Earthing and Grounding in Reducing Chronic Inflammation
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Harnessing the Power of Adaptogens to Combat Stress and Fatigue
Feeling stretched thin, constantly tired, or stressed? Adaptogens might be just what you need. These are …