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Financial Resources Section

Welcome to the Financial Information Section of the ASASP website.  Here you will find a wealth of knowledge at your fingertips, meant to give you guidance in any area of your financial life.

The site contains over 50 financial calculators, hundreds of timely articles and newsletters, as well as thorough market coverage. Of course, no web site, regardless of how comprehensive, can ever take the place of the personalized service that we are committed to providing members.  If, at any time, you would like further assitance, please click the "Contact Me" button, and we will give you a call. 

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Calculators

Impact of Inflation

Estimate the future cost of an item based on today’s prices and the rate of inflation you expect.

IRA Eligibility

Use this calculator to determine whether you qualify for the different types of IRAs.

Lifetime Earnings

This calculator is designed to help you attach a dollar figure to your life’s work.

Tax-Deferred Savings

Compare the potential future value of tax-deferred investments to that of taxable investments.

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Newsletters

HOT TOPIC: Debating the Debt Ceiling

There has been substantial debate in Congress over raising the ceiling on the national debt. Although many Americans could be adversely affected if Congress decided not to increase the debt ceiling, this is unlikely to happen.

Earning Income from Mutual Funds

More than half of working Americans are concerned that they may not have enough money to live comfortably during retirement. Although mutual funds are often thought of as a tool to build savings, they can also be used to generate income. This article examines the potential income benefits of bond funds, equity or stock income funds, and hybrid funds.

HOT TOPIC: Will Federal Reserve Tactics Help the Ailing U.S. Economy?

This article looks at policy tools that the Federal Reserve has used in the past and may use going forward in its attempts to spur economic growth. It also explains the possible implications of a long-term, low-interest-rate environment for investors, savers, and retirees.

HOT TOPIC: Understanding the Three New U.S. Trade Agreements

Congress recently approved trade agreements with South Korea, Columbia, and Panama. They are the first U.S. trade agreements in four years. This article examines the pros and cons of the agreements and how they may stimulate the U.S. economy.

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