Douglas G. Schmitz

Long-Term Care Self Insurance

Will you be able to afford nursing home care?

Cost of Retirement

Use this calculator to estimate how much income and savings you may need in retirement.

Life Expectancy

Knowing your likely life expectancy is an important factor in making long-term financial plans.

IRA Eligibility

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

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Note to Self: Check Beneficiary Designations

Outdated beneficiary forms have the potential to cause needless grief and hardship for surviving loved ones who are your intended heirs.

HOT TOPIC: Moving Forward from the Credit Crisis

On Monday, September 15, 2008, the country awoke to news that three of the nation's largest financial institutions were unable to survive without help. Now, more than a year after that fateful September day, the economy shows signs of stability.

Never Too Old—or Too Rich—to Consider Life Insurance

There are many possible reasons to consider owning life insurance, even if you have convinced yourself that it's no longer necessary in your situation.

It's Time to Get Real

During times of market volatility, it can be easy for investors to lose sight of two seemingly immovable obstacles standing in the way of their long-term investment goals: taxes and inflation.

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