When it comes to debt, the mantra from some in the financial services industry is “all debt is bad.”

Teach kids smart money habits with a 4-slot piggy bank: Spend, Save, Donate, and Invest. Learn how this simple tool builds lifelong financial literacy in a fun, hands-on way.

The end of winter often signals a wake-up call when it comes to our health. After months of hearty soups, fuzzy blankets and generally staying indoors, we start to realize that all of that sitting around can wreak havoc on our bodies.

U.S. Small Cap stocks have had an ugly year in 2014; as of 10/28/2014, U.S. Small Cap stocks (as measured by the Russell 2000 Index) trailed U.S. Large Cap stocks (as measured by the S&P 500) by 10%. Investors with a well-diversified portfolio—which includes small caps—have watched their returns trail major market indices. It wasn’t supposed to be this way.

Think you don’t need a financial advisor? Discover how specialized guidance can boost returns, reduce risk, and help you reach your financial goals—despite common objections.

Learn how life insurance tax benefits work, when estate taxes may apply, and how an irrevocable life insurance trust (ILIT) can help protect your legacy.

When creating or reviewing an estate plan, reviewing beneficiary designations on retirement plans or life insurance policies may not be given the weight it deserves. The assumption is that a will or trust is enough to make sure your money goes where you want it to go when you pass.

Discover why financial independence is essential for women and how to build confidence in managing money. Learn 5 key steps to align your values with your financial goals and plan for a secure retirement.

Curious about the Hindenburg Omen? Learn what this technical market signal is, why it sparks crash fears, and why experts say it lacks real predictive power.

It’s not just insular Americans who do it. Individual investors and investment managers around the world invest in domestic equities out of proportion to the percentage of the total international equity market represented by the equities of their country. It’s called the Equity Home Bias Puzzle, and while it varies dramatically from country to country, it’s true in every country.