Independent Financial Planning & Retirement Services
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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Don’t Forget About Credit When Planning for Retirement
Credit may not be at the top of the list when it comes to retirement, but good credit can make a big difference for retirees. This article looks at some key factors that lenders consider.
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Child Care Is a Budget Buster: Take Advantage of These Tax Breaks
A tax credit and/or dependent-care flexible spending account might help offset some of the costs paid for a nanny, babysitter, day care, preschool, or day camp.
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Tracking the Fed’s Progress on Disinflation
This article compares the key inflation measures that economists and investors are watching for signs of easing price pressures.
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Time to Bulk Up Your Emergency Fund
A financial crisis can strike when least expected, so it’s important to have a sufficient emergency fund. This article offers some suggestions to help increase a fund before it’s needed.
Calculators
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IRA Eligibility
Use this calculator to determine whether you qualify for the different types of IRAs.
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Net Worth
A balance sheet summarizes your assets and liabilities and reveals your net worth.
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College Funding
Use this calculator to estimate the cost of your child’s education, based on the variables you input.
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Estate Taxes
Use this calculator to estimate the federal estate taxes that could be due on your estate after you die.