Charlton K. Rochester MBA, Financial Consultant
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Newsletters
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HOT TOPIC: Will Tax Law Changes Impact Your Giving Strategy?
New tax rules will determine the deductibility of donations in 2026 for better or worse, which means taxpayers may want to rethink the timing and amount of their donations for 2025 and beyond.
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Individual Bonds vs. Bond Funds: What’s the Difference?
Individual bonds and bond funds can both provide an income stream, but there are important differences.
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Fine-Tuning with Sector Funds
The stocks in the S&P 500 are classified by 11 sectors, each of which responds differently to market conditions.
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The Evolution of Retirement Savings
The retirement savings landscape has changed dramatically over the past 50 years. How might these developments affect tomorrow’s retirees?
Calculators
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Long-Term Care Self Insurance
Will you be able to afford nursing home care?
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Lease Payment
How much would your monthly lease payment be?
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College Funding
Use this calculator to estimate the cost of your child’s education, based on the variables you input.
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Savings Accumulation
Estimate the future value of your current savings.
