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Calculators

Explore your own financial information in greater detail by using these powerful tools for forecasting and assessing your financial choices. During the process, you might discover expenses you can eliminate or more effective ways to manage your money.

Back-to-School Budget Consider all student expenses before hitting the stores armed with your pre-determined budget.		Travel Budgeting Map out your travel expenses using this budgeting tool to help plan your holiday spending.		Know your price range when buying a car Determine how much you're willing and able to spend on a car before heading to the dealership
Building a Budget Getting a handle on the numbers by tracking your expenses is key to managing your budget.		How much house can you afford? Home ownership is a big step. Before you start shopping, know how much house you can afford.		Cost of Credit Understand the true cost of credit card purchases if you don’t pay off your balance each month.

Note:
These interactive calculators are intended as educational tools, not investment advice. The information presented is not intended to advise you of strategies applicable to your specific situation but rather to highlight issues for your consideration. Therefore, you should always consult your financial or tax advisor. Your own goals and investment timeline will help you develop a specific investment strategy.

The retirement calculator simplifies several retirement planning issues. Tax rates, inflation rates and projected Old Age Security benefits need to be considered to get a fuller picture. It also reflects today's dollars; therefore you will need to re-calculate your retirement needs annually and as your salary and circumstances change.

So, whether you are just starting out or managing your nest egg, the calculators provided here can help you make important decisions about your retirement.