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The labels growth and value reflect different approaches that can be used when making investment decisions.

Before investing in stocks, it is important to understand some of the basics and the risks involved in owning stocks.

It is important to understand how dividends (taxable payments to shareholders) fit with your long-term goals.

When selecting a life insurance policy, examine all your options, as well as the positives and negatives of each type.

An annuity is a contract between you and an insurance company to pay you future income in exchange for premiums you pay.

If you have a family who relies on your income, it is important to have life insurance protection.

With traditional IRAs and most employer-sponsored retirement plans, taxes are not payable until funds are withdrawn.

Capital gains are profits realized from the sale of assets; a tax is triggered only when an asset is sold, not held.

Required minimum distribution is the annual amount that must be withdrawn from a qualified retirement plan/account.

The federal gift tax applies to gifts of property or money while the donor is living.

Everything you own, whatever the form of ownership, is subject to federal, and possibly state, estate taxes.