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Welcome to our Web site, where you’ll find a wealth of information in the form of newsletter articles, calculators, and research reports.
We are fortunate to be able to work with individuals and small business owners on their tax, financial planning and accounting needs. We hope your visit will help you understand the opportunities and potential rewards that are available when you take a proactive approach to your personal financial situation. We have created this Web site to help you gain a better understanding of the financial concepts behind insurance, investing, retirement, estate planning, and wealth preservation. Most important, we hope you see the value of working with skilled professionals to pursue your financial goals.
This type of relationship frequently develops when we work with you on your taxes, or if you own your own business, when we help you with your accounting needs. We would be happy to meet with you to discuss your needs in these areas as well. Please note that the initial consultation is complimentary!
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Helpful Content
A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
Longer, healthier living can put greater stress on retirement assets; the bucket approach may be one answer.
Are You Ready for Your Portfolio to Make a Difference?
Learn about the rise of Impact Investing and how it may benefit you.
Credit Card Payoff
Find out how long it may take to pay off a credit card balance and what it costs in interest.
Estate Management Checklist
Is your estate in order? This short quiz may help you assess your overall strategy.
The Threat of Identity Theft
An article informing readers about the threats of Identity Theft.
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.
6 Smart Money Habits for Building Long-Term Wealth
Discover practical habits to help you save more, spend wisely, and build lasting wealth for the future.
It Was the Best of Times, It Was the Worst of Times
Learn about key investment principles that will help you navigate the unpredictability of the financial markets.
The Utility of Sector Investing
Successful sector investing is dependent upon an accurate analysis about when to rotate in and out.
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What Rate Would I Need to Earn on My Savings?
Work backwards from your savings goal to find the rate of return you'd need to get there.
The Power of Interest - How Long Will it take My Money to Do
Use the Rule of 72 to estimate how long it takes your money to double at a given rate.
Emergency Fund Calculator
Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.
Debt vs. Investment
Weigh the potential outcomes of paying off debt versus directing those dollars elsewhere.
Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Compare how the same contribution grows differently in taxable versus tax-deferred accounts.
Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
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Behavioral Finance
An amusing and whimsical look at behavioral finance best practices for investors.
Emerging Market Opportunities
What are your options for investing in emerging markets?
Estate Management 101
A will may be only one of the documents you need—and one factor to consider—when it comes to managing your estate.
Retirement and Quality of Life
Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.
Making Your Tax Bracket Work
Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?
Your DNA Test
A Detailed Needs Analysis (DNA) can be a simple way to care for loved ones, no matter what the future may hold.