Building a Connection
Our financial picture is evidence of the life we choose to lead. The people we cherish, the places we explore and the objects we treasure are etched in the folds of our wallets. Our wealth is a meaningful force in the landscape of our lives. Our spending patterns become the powerful lens through which we examine our philosophies, our values, and our dreams.
We understand that your life is not simply an equation, but a careful patchwork of experiences. We know that analyzing your financial needs is about more than numbers. We see the unmatched value of genuine relationships. For us, it’s instinctual and there are no shortcuts. It is built over time with trust, sensitivity and reverence for the things and people you value most. It is the deep work of building a connection with our clients based on an authentic understanding of who they are and the legacy they want to leave.
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Your Emergency Fund: How Much Is Enough?
Having an emergency fund may help alleviate the stress and worry associated with a financial crisis.
TIPS for Inflation
If you are concerned about inflation and expect short-term interest rates may increase, TIPS could be worth considering.
The Junk Drawer Approach to Investing
It's easy to let investments accumulate like old receipts in a junk drawer.
What Do Your Taxes Pay For?
Here's a breakdown of how the federal government spends your tax money.
A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
Longer, healthier living can put greater stress on retirement assets; the bucket approach may be one answer.
Six Most Overlooked Tax Deductions
Six overlooked tax deductions to help manage your tax bill.
Four Steps to Valuing an Estate
Determining the value of your estate, or for someone who has passed away, can be a complex undertaking.
Assess Life Insurance Needs
How to help determine life insurance needs to provide for your family after you pass away.
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.
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What Is the Dividend Yield?
This calculator helps determine your pre-tax and after-tax dividend yield on a particular stock.
Bi-Weekly Payments
This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.
What Is My Risk Tolerance?
This questionnaire will help determine your tolerance for investment risk.
Should I Pay Off Debt or Invest?
This calculator will help determine whether you should invest funds or pay down debt.
Contributing to an IRA?
Determine if you are eligible to contribute to a traditional or Roth IRA.
Doubling Your Money
This calculator demonstrates the power of compound interest.
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Retirement Plan Distributions
There are a number of ways to withdraw money from a qualified retirement plan.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
Tax Management Strategies
Learn more about taxes, tax-favored investing, and tax strategies.
Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
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Saving for College 101
Here’s a crash course on saving for college.
Global and International Funds
Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?
Emerging Market Opportunities
What are your options for investing in emerging markets?
Safeguard Your Digital Estate
If you died, what would happen to your email archives, social profiles and online accounts?
Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.
Your DNA Test
If your family relies on your income, it’s critical to know what their needs would be in the event of your death.