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Small contributions can add up to something big. See how compound interest works over time and what it could mean for your financial future.

How Compound Interest Works Explore how compound interest can grow your money over time with this interactive tool.

What happens to your 529 account if your kids don't go to college? With rising college costs and changing job markets, more students are considering alternatives to traditional four-year colleges.

What If Your Kids Decide Against College? Rising college costs prompt students to seek alternatives; 529 account funds can be used for other education options.

Markets pushed higher in August as AI-driven optimism helped investors look past softer economic data. The S&P 500 gained 2.62% and the S&P/TSX Composite rose 2.96%, even as softening retail sales kept consumer spending in focus. Back-to-school season adds another data point to that story, with spending expected to reach \$146.8 billion in the U.S. and \$4.5 billion in Canada this year.

Monthly Market Insights | September 2026 The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index advanced 2.62 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite rose 3.93 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average lagged, adding 1.34 percent. The S&P/TSX rose 2.96 percent.1,2

Net worth is one of the most telling numbers in personal finance. Add up your assets and liabilities to see where you really stand today.

What Is My Net Worth? Get a snapshot of your overall financial picture by calculating your total net worth.

The first year of retirement can feel exciting, uncertain, and everything in between. Here's what to expect emotionally, financially, and practically as you settle into this next chapter. Reach out if you'd like to talk through your transition.

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You may not be able to stop floods from wreaking havoc, but insurance can manage some of the financial loss.

Protecting Your Home Against Flood Loss Protect yourself against the damage that your homeowners policy doesn’t cover.

The roof protects your home against nature’s risks. Is your personal wealth protected against life's risks?

The Value of Insuring Against Life’s Risks Building wealth requires protection from the forces of wealth destruction.

If you are retiring earlier than expected, you may be struggling to know what comes next. A few simple steps can help you feel like you are on the right path again.

Retiring Earlier Than Expected? What To Know Retiring earlier than expected can be disheartening. Learn steps that can help you smoothe the road ahead.

Information vs. instinct. Are your choices based on evidence of emotion? This piece helps answer those questions.

Emotional vs. Strategic Decisions Information vs. instinct. Are your choices based on evidence of emotion?

Have a strategy for discussing healthcare with your parents.

Caring for Aging Parents As our nation ages, many Americans are turning their attention to caring for aging parents.