Charlton K. Rochester MBA, Financial Consultant
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Newsletters
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Understanding the “No Tax on Tips” Deduction
In 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act established a temporary federal tax deduction to help reduce the tax liability of certain tipped workers.
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HOT TOPIC: The Iran War, the Economy, and Your Portfolio
This article looks at the economic impact of the war with Iran, including rising oil and gas prices and the potential effects on inflation, investments, and the broader economy.
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Test Your Knowledge of Estate Planning
Taking this quiz may help increase understanding of estate planning.
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Variable Annuities: Strategies to Help Counter Retirement Risks
Unlike retirement accounts, there are no federal contribution limits for variable annuities, and the investment gains won’t be taxed until they are withdrawn.
Calculators
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Life Insurance
How much life insurance would you need to produce a sufficient income stream for your family?
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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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Tax-Deferred Savings
Compare the potential future value of tax-deferred investments to that of taxable investments.
