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These engaging, short animations focus on a variety of financial topics and illustrate key financial concepts and current events. Choose any of the videos below and then click the start arrow to watch.
Financial Planning: Helping You See the Big Picture
Financial planning is a process that can help you reach your financial goals by evaluating your whole financial picture.
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Are Your Investment Decisions Influenced by Emotions?
Consider how emotions, such as excitement and fear, can cause you to make counterproductive investment decisions.
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6 Reasons to Work with a Financial Professional
Here are six reasons to work with a financial professional no matter what life stage you’re in.
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Putting Together the Retirement Income Puzzle
What key pieces will make up your retirement income puzzle?
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Taking a Financial Inventory
A financial inventory can be done by anyone at any time. It's a good step to getting your financial house in order.
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A Tiered Investment Strategy
Find out how a tiered investment strategy can help balance income and growth objectives.
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Saving for College with a 529 Plan
Find out how a 529 savings plan can help you save for college.
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Social Security: When Should You Claim Retirement Benefits?
The amount you'll receive in retirement from Social Security can vary depending on the age when you claim benefits.
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The Basics of Social Security Retirement Benefits
How much do you know about your Social Security retirement benefits?
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Bonds and Bond Mutual Funds 101
Investing in bonds and bond funds can help you pursue financial goals, but consider the risks and rewards first.
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Should You Pay Off Debt or Save for Retirement?
Should you pay off debt or save for retirement? That’s a good question. These points may help you decide.
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Handling Market Volatility
These three actions can help you stick to a long-term investing strategy when markets are volatile.
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The Sandwich Generation: Caught in the Middle
Members of the sandwich generation often face financial and emotional stress — here are four tips to help cope.
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Digital Deception: Watch Out for Cybercrime
As online commerce and recordkeeping have expanded, so has cybercrime.
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Leaving Your Employer? Don’t Forget Your Retirement Savings Plan
When leaving your employer you’ll need to decide what to do with the money in your retirement savings plan.
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3 Factors to Consider When Investing for the Long Term
These three factors will typically drive your long-term investment strategy.
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4 Things To Do in the 4 Years Before College
These four steps can help you go into the college planning process wisely.
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Should You Sell When the Market Drops?
The stock market can take investors on a wild ride. Should you consider selling your stocks when the market drops?
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Do You Know Who Your Beneficiaries Are?
Valuable assets will convey directly to beneficiaries, regardless of instructions in a will.
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Women and Money: Taking Charge of Your Financial Future
On their path to financial security, women often face unique financial obstacles.
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