Your Financial Future
Today’s economic environment presents many challenges. But along with these challenges come opportunities and potential rewards for those who invest the time and thought into planning for the future. It can seem like a daunting task when you are tackling the process, especially when so many factors are constantly changing. You do not need to tackle it alone.
We are here to work with you to make sure all the pieces of your financial life work together like a well-oiled machine, guiding you to get from where you are now to where you want to be.
Our site is filled with educational videos, articles, presentations, and calculators designed to help you learn more about the world of personal finance. We hope they are helpful. However, they are only tools. Ultimately, they can never replace the type of financial planning that we practice--planning personalized for you by people who take the time to learn about your personal situation, including your dreams and goals, fears and apprehensions.
We know you are more than inputs plugged into a computer algorithm. You are a unique individual. Your specific situation requires solutions tailored for you.
We chose to become financial planners because we enjoy helping people. Let us know if we can help you.
Helpful Content
When Should You Take Social Security
Monthly Social Security payments differ substantially depending on when you start receiving benefits.
Historical Inflation
This calculator shows how inflation over the years has impacted purchasing power.
You May Need to Make Estimated Tax Payments If…
Have income that isn’t subject to tax withholding? Or insufficient withholdings? You may have to pay estimated taxes.
Variable Universal Life Insurance
Variable Universal Life is permanent insurance in which the policyholder directs how premiums are invested.
Changing Unhealthy Behaviors
Five phases to changing unhealthy behaviors.
Inventorying Your Possessions
Creating an inventory of your possessions can save you time, money and aggravation in the event you someday suffer losses.
IRA Withdrawals that Escape the 10% Tax Penalty
The list of IRA withdrawals that may be taken without incurring a 10% early penalty has grown.
The Great Debate Continues: Active vs. Passive
In investments, one great debate asks the question, “Active or Passive Investing: Which Is Better?”
Data Thieves from Outer Space
Learn about the dangers of internet fraud with this highly educational and fun “pulp” comic.
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Paying Off a Credit Card
Enter various payment options and determine how long it may take to pay off a credit card.
Potential Income from an IRA
Estimate your monthly and annual income from various IRA types.
Historical Inflation
This calculator shows how inflation over the years has impacted purchasing power.
Disability Income
This calculator estimates your chances of becoming disabled and your potential need for disability insurance.
How Compound Interest Works
Use this calculator to better see the potential impact of compound interest on an asset.
Assess Your Life Insurance Needs
This calculator estimates how much life insurance you would need to meet your family's needs if you were to die prematurely.
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Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
Protecting Those Who Matter Most
The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
Investment Strategies for Retirement
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.
Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
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Extended Care: A Patchwork of Possibilities
What is your plan for health care during retirement?
Coaches
Coaches have helped you your whole life, in ways big and small. We'd like to be one of them.
Dreaming Up an Active Retirement
When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?
Timing Your Retirement
This short video illustrates why knowing when to retire can be a crucial part of your strategy.
4 Elements of an Estate Strategy
Learn about the importance of having an estate strategy in this helpful and informative video.
Forecast
The market is as unpredictable as the weather. We’d love to help you prepare.