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Stanley A. Dickinson
Newsletters
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Surprise! It’s Retirement Time
Considering some important issues now could provide more options in the event of early retirement.
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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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Consider Munis for Tax-Free Income
Higher yields have led to record new issues of municipal bonds in 2024 and early 2025.
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HOT TOPIC: Moody’s Downgraded U.S. Debt — Does It Matter?
On May 16, 2025, Moody’s Ratings downgraded U.S. government debt from its highest rating of Aaa to Aa1. This article looks at the reasons for the downgrade and its potential effects.
Calculators
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Savings Accumulation
Estimate the future value of your current savings.
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Lifetime Earnings
This calculator is designed to help you attach a dollar figure to your life’s work.
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Roth IRA Conversion
This calculator can help you determine whether you should consider converting to a Roth IRA.
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College Funding
Use this calculator to estimate the cost of your child’s education, based on the variables you input.