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Your Financial Future

Today’s economic environment presents many challenges. But along with these challenges comes opportunities and potential rewards for those who can identify long-term trends.

Whether you’re facing retirement—or looking to better understand certain investment ideas—we can help you address your most pressing money questions. 

Our first priority is your overall financial plan. We want to learn more about your personal situation, identify your dreams and goals, and understand your tolerance for risk. Long-term relationships that encourage open and honest communication have been the cornerstone of my foundation of management.

Our site is filled with educational videos, articles, presentations, and calculators designed to help you learn more about the world of personal finance. As you search my website, send me a note regarding any questions you may have about any particular investment concepts or products. We'll get back to you quickly with a thoughtful answer.

Helpful Content

The Wild West of Data Theft

The Wild West of Data Theft

Learn about cyber liability insurance in this entertaining video.

Can I Create a Roth if I’m Over the Income Limit?

Can I Create a Roth if I’m Over the Income Limit?

Use this article to start conversations about the “backdoor” Roth IRA strategy.

FIRE Retirement

FIRE Retirement

This short, informative article teaches the basics of the FIRE movement.

 

Key Money Moments: 4 Times You Should Talk to a Pro

Life happens fast, and your finances can take a backseat if you’re not careful. Is it time to check in with a financial professional? This infographic will help you examine your own financial situation and decide if it’s time to step up your financial game.

Understanding Qualified Charitable Distributions

Use this handy, informative article to help your clients understand Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs).

How the Federal Reserve Works

Each day, the Fed is behind the scenes supporting the economy and providing services to the U.S. financial system.

Financially Savvy at Six Figures

Help your clients with these practical steps to make the most of their six-figure income.

The Anatomy of an Index

The S&P 500 represents a large portion of the value of the U.S. equity market, it may be worth understanding.

Retirement Income and the Traditional Portfolio

Experiencing negative returns early in retirement can potentially undermine the sustainability of your assets.

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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.

How Compound Interest Works

Explore how compound interest can grow your money over time with this interactive tool.

How Long Will Your Money Last?

See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.

Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)

Compare Roth and traditional 401(k) options to see which may work better for your situation.

Student Loan Payoff Calculator: Extra Payments Can Save You

See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.

Rent vs Buy Calculator

Compare the long-term financial outcomes of renting versus buying a home.

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Acres of Diamonds

In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.

Investments

You’ve made investments your whole life. Work with us to help make the most of them.

Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?

There are three things to consider before dipping into retirement savings to pay for college.

How Cash Apps Work

Peer-to-peer payment apps are one of the newest ways to send money.

The Richest Man in Babylon

In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.

Forecast

This short video helps explain why markets can be as unpredictable as the weather.

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