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This site will not only introduce you to my investment philosophy and services, but it will also offer a wealth of educational materials - articles, newsletters, calculators, and other tools - designed to keep you up-to-date on financial issues, strategies, and trends. This web site was created to help you gain a better understanding of the financial concepts and wealth management solutions available relating to portfolio management, retirement and estate planning, college funding and risk management. Most importantly, we hope you see the value of working with skilled professionals to pursue your financial goals.
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Newsletters
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Roth 401(k) News: Is It Time to Rethink How You Save for Retirement?
High-income participants will not be allowed to make pre-tax catch-up contributions to a traditional 401(k) or similar plan starting in 2026, but they will be able to contribute to a workplace Roth.
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Investor, Know Thyself: How Your Biases Can Affect Investment Decisions
While traditional economic models assume that people make rational decisions, most humans don’t think like robots. This article summarizes some common biases that can influence financial decisions.
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HOT TOPIC: Real Estate Roundup: Feeling the Impact of Higher Rates
This article discusses why the values of U.S. commercial property and homes have performed differently and how lingering weakness in the real estate sector could affect the economy.
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ISM Indexes Watch for Trouble on Both Sides of the Economy
Two different Purchasing Managers Indexes are generally considered to be leading economic indicators that can help businesses and investors make more informed decisions.
Calculators
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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.
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Home Affordability
Estimate of the maximum amount of financing you can expect to get when you begin house hunting.
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Tax-Deferred Savings
Compare the potential future value of tax-deferred investments to that of taxable investments.
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LTCI Cost of Waiting
Estimate the potential cost of waiting to purchase a long-term care insurance policy.