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You can never underestimate the value of financial independence. The freedom and flexibility to make choices makes you feel empowered. As Independent Advisors, we have a wider variety of options and can guide you through decisions without having to cater to proprietary needs. Whether you are coming in to talk about Investments, Retirement Planning, 401k Rollovers, IRA Funding, Life Insurance, Estate Planning or Long Term Care, we can present various products to help guide you along the way. Contact us to learn how we can serve you best.
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A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List
That big list of dreams and goals isn't the only way to look at your bucket list.
Should You Invest in Exchange Traded Funds?
There are hundreds of ETFs available. Should you invest in them?
Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.
Choices for Your 401(k) at a Former Employer
Individuals have three basic choices with the 401(k) account they accrued at a previous employer.
What to Look for in a Long-Term Care Policy
Here’s a list of 10 questions to ask that may help you better understand the costs and benefits of long-term-care insurance.
Prevent a Rift: Money Tips for Newlyweds
Couples may be able to head off many of the problems in a marriage that money can cause.
Investment Challenges of the Affluent Investor
Affluent investors face unique challenges when putting together an investment strategy. Make sure you keep these in mind.
Financial Strategies in a Post-DOMA World
The Supreme Court’s declaring DOMA unconstitutional may require some same-sex couples to reconsider their financial strategy.
Catch-Up Contributions
Workers 50+ may make contributions to their qualified retirement plans above the limits imposed on younger workers.
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Disability Income
This calculator estimates your chances of becoming disabled and your potential need for disability insurance.
Self-Employed Retirement Plans
Estimate the maximum contribution amount for a Self-Employed 401(k), SIMPLE IRA, or SEP.
Paying Off a Credit Card
Enter various payment options and determine how long it may take to pay off a credit card.
What Is My Current Cash Flow?
Assess whether you are running “in the black” or “in the red” each month.
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.
Comparing Investments
This calculator compares the net gain of a taxable investment versus a tax-favored one.
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An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
5 Smart Investing Principles
Principles that can help create a portfolio designed to pursue investment goals.
Retirement Plan Distributions
There are a number of ways to withdraw money from a qualified retirement plan.
Protecting Those Who Matter Most
The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
Tax Management Strategies
Learn more about taxes, tax-favored investing, and tax strategies.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
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Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot
There are a few things to consider when buying or leasing your next vehicle.
When Special Care Is Needed: The Special Needs Trust
A special needs trust helps care for a special needs child when you’re gone.
RE: Retirement
How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?
A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List
That big list of dreams and goals isn't the only way to look at your bucket list.
The Cycle of Investing
Understanding the cycle of investing may help you avoid easy pitfalls.
Perception vs. Reality
There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.