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Stocks, bonds, mutual funds, annuities, and other investments available through The Securities Center, Inc. are not insured by the FDIC nor are they obligations of or guaranteed by The Securities Center, Inc. or any other affiliated entity. Such investments will fluctuate in value and are subject to investment risks, including loss of some or all of the principal.  The Securities Center is a member of the Securities Investor Protection Corp. (SIPC) which does provide insurance for our customer accounts.  The Securities Center, Inc. is also a member of the Municipal Securities Regulating Board (MSRB).
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Impact of Inflation

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HOT TOPIC: American Manufacturing: Rebound or Renaissance?

During the last decade, U.S. manufacturing lost millions of jobs to foreign competition. The sector appears to be coming back strong, adding almost half a million jobs since 2010 as productivity rises. This article examines the conditions that originally caused the exodus of U.S. industrial production and those that may bode well for its future.

Designating Retirement Plan Beneficiaries

IRAs and defined-contribution plans have become an important component of personal wealth for households. Designating account beneficiaries and keeping the designations current can be a complex — but important — process to perform on a regular basis as certain life events and tax situations can necessitate a change.

Diving into Dividends

Dividends have traditionally been considered a source of income, but they also can be a powerful way to help build savings. A recent study found that dividends contributed 44% of S&P 500 total returns from 1930 through September 2010. This article explains how dividends work and the role that dividends could play in an investor's savings strategy.

Where There's a Will, There's a Way

Only 35% of Americans have a will, yet it's a relatively simple legal document that every adult should have, regardless of wealth or age. Dying without a will can lead to unwanted outcomes and potential problems for heirs. This article discusses the importance of a will and other estate conservation documents.

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