Financial and Insurance Services

Financial planning is a term applied to advisory services that assist people in reaching their financial goals. However, this term neither creates an awareness of all the key financial planning areas nor empowers individuals and families to articulate financial goals in a meaningful way.
Several financial planning professional organizations have defined the term financial planning in order to foster a unified financial planning profession. While that might constitute a worthwhile exercise, our goal is vastly different. We strive to ensure that for all of our clients the financial needs in each of the key financial planning areas are met, and steps are taken to ensure that their financial house remains safe and secure.
Newsletters
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A 529 Plan Can Help Jump Start Your College Fund
Do you know how a 529 savings plan can be instrumental in building a college fund? Read this article to find out.
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Small Businesses Should Prepare for Stronger Tax Enforcement
The IRS is receiving $80 billion to upgrade its technology and workforce. This article offers tips for business owners to help avoid a tax audit.
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HOT TOPIC: What Does a Strong Dollar Mean for the U.S. Economy?
This article looks at why the dollar is surging and how the strong dollar may affect U.S. consumers, businesses, and the broader economy.
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HOT TOPIC: ‘Tis the Season for Tax-Friendly Giving Strategies
Donating to charity can make a difference at any time of the year. But taking a strategic approach, possibly as part of your year-end tax planning, could offer tax benefits and potentially increase your ability to give. This article provides an overview of various tax-advantaged giving strategies.
Calculators
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Savings Accumulation
Estimate the future value of your current savings.
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Retirement Plan Early Distribution
Estimate how much would remain after paying income taxes and penalties if you took an early distribution from a retirement plan.
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Required Minimum Distributions
Estimate the annual required distribution from your traditional IRA or former employer's retirement plan after you turn age 73.
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Home Affordability
Estimate of the maximum amount of financing you can expect to get when you begin house hunting.