Estate taxes are paid before a deceased taxpayer’s assets are transferred to an heir. Learn about estate taxes, also known as death taxes, and how they work.

A fixed annuity can provide steady income when you retire. Learn more about what a fixed annuity is, how it works, the benefits and if it’s right for you.

A financial consultant offers a range of services to help clients meet their financial goals. Read more about what they do and how having one can benefit you.

A pension is an account that is paid into while you work, and which you can draw from after you retire. Learn more about how pensions work in our guide.

A fiduciary is someone with legal responsibility for ethically managing another person’s finances or other assets. Learn how to find a fiduciary right for you.

A living trust can allow you to take care of your loved ones in the future. See how a living trust works, how it’s different from a will and how to get started.

A trust fund is an account that holds a grantor’s assets for their beneficiaries to receive when the grantor passes on. Learn more about trust funds here.

The pandemic reminded us that frenzied demand and interrupted supply chains can send prices upward. Learn what inflation is and find out if we need to worry.

Working with a financial advisor can help you create a successful financial future. Uncover some key questions to ask a financial advisor at your first meeting.

Asset allocation is a key investment strategy that improves the diversification of your portfolio. Learn the basics of asset allocation and how to get started.