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HOT TOPIC: Mining Maelstrom: Why Rare Earths Are Making Headlines
Outside scientific and national security arenas, many people may not understand the importance of rare- earth minerals. This article helps demystify these critical natural resources.
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Key Retirement and Tax Numbers for 2026
This article provides 2026 contribution limits for retirement plans and various tax deduction, exclusion, exemption, and threshold amounts.
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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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Investing with Market Cap in Mind
Holding stocks in companies of varied sizes through mutual funds or exchange-traded funds could help increase portfolio diversification.
Calculators
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Estate Taxes
Use this calculator to estimate the federal estate taxes that could be due on your estate after you die.
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Loan Payoff
How much will it cost to pay off a loan over its lifetime?
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Cost of Retirement
Use this calculator to estimate how much income and savings you may need in retirement.
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Lifetime Earnings
This calculator is designed to help you attach a dollar figure to your life’s work.