Independent Financial Planning & Retirement Services
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My goal is to educate my clients about the basic concepts of personal financial management and to guide them through their important financial and investing decisions. I hope you will take advantage of this resource and visit my webiste often. Be sure to add this site to your list of "favorites" in your Internet browser. I provide frequent updates and I would not want you to miss any developments in the area of personal finance.
Newsletters
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The Inflation Experience is Painful – and Personal
This article discusses consumer price index categories, how they’re weighted, and the top drivers of inflation over the past year.
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SECURE 2.0: Big Impact for Small Businesses
This article discusses provisions in the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022 that may be of particular interest to small business owners.
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Bear Market Emotions: Strategy vs. Reaction
Staying disciplined in building a well-constructed portfolio over time can help carry investors through the market’s rough spots.
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HOT TOPIC: Is This Bull Timid or Ready to Charge?
On June 8, 2023, the S&P 500 closed 20% higher than its lowest recent closing value, beginning a new bull market. This article looks at some factors that may shed light on the current market.
Calculators
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Retirement Portfolio Lifespan
How Long Will Your Funds Last?
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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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Net Worth
A balance sheet summarizes your assets and liabilities and reveals your net worth.
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Credit Card Debt
How Long Will It Take to Pay my Balance?