These two basic concepts are key to having a successful financial future. 

This month's participant letter provides an update on the plan's investments so far this year, and Bruce Thompson talks about some risks to be aware of...

Confused about debit cards vs. credit cards?  Wondering which is best for you?  Debit or Credit...

Unsure whether to buy or lease your next car?  Click here for guidance...  Buy vs Lease

Asset allocation -- the mix of cash, bonds and stocks in a portfolio -- determines the spectrum of returns you will experience. Here's a great insight from Jack Bogle, founder of Vanguard...

This interview with Dan Fuss, who has managed Loomis Bond Institutional to a 9.7% annual return since opening it 24 years ago, appeared in Forbes, May 25, 2015 issue.

Looking for an unbiased source of knowledge for expanding financial literacy for you, your children, your grandchildren?  

Your portfolio gains exposure to emerging markets through mutual fund investments. This article by Burton Malkiel of Princeton covers the fundamental reasons for including emerging markets funds in a well diversified portfolio...

Einstein called compounding the most powerful force in the universe. Find out why starting now is a good idea!

The value added through efficient tax management of investments.

Our time tested keys to investment success.

Updated figures on the cost of a college education.

How much should you save for retirement?  With a persistent emphasis on the need to save for retirement, it is also important to consider how much you should be saving for retirement.  Well-respected economists at Morningstar have developed savings rate guidelines to assist… 

How much can I contribute to my 401(k)?  A 401(k) plan, also known as a defined contribution or DC plan, is a great way to save for a secure future, but there are limits to how much you can save each year…

Should I invest or pay off my credit card?  There are always many demands on your paycheck, but a big question is whether to focus on today (credit card debt) or tomorrow (saving for retirement).  The answer involves balance…

Life and work are so busy these days, it’s no wonder that investment planning often falls to the bottom of the list. Your plan’s Target Allocation Portfolios offer a single-choice approach to retirement investing and an easy way to achieve immediate diversification based on your risk profile...

An employer-sponsored retirement plan such as a 401(k) can be a valuable tool in accumulating savings for the long-term. Plans differ from employer to employer, but each company that offers a 401(k) plan provides an opportunity for employees to contribute money through paycheck deferrals as a percentage of wages. 

Albert Einstein called compound interest the most powerful force in the universe.

Warren Buffett cites Brutus in his 50th annual Berkshire Hathaway shareholder letter about how so many investors shoot themselves in the foot...

If market volatility has you second guessing your investment strategy or whether you should stay in the market, here are some tips on steps you should — and shouldn't — take...