Financial Network

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I hope your visit will help you understand the opportunities and potential rewards that are available when you take a proactive approach to your personal financial situation.  I have created this Web site to help you gain a better understanding of the financial concepts behind insurance, investing, retirement, estate planning, and wealth preservation. Most importantly, I hope you see the value of working with a skilled professional to help you  pursue your financial goals. I'm here to help inform you about the basic concepts of financial planning, to help you hear more about who I am, and to give you fast, easy access to market performance and data. I hope you take advantage of this resource and visit this site often. Be sure to add this site to your list of "favorites" in your Internet browser. I frequently update the information, and I wouldn't want you to miss any developments in the area of personal finance.
Calculators

Taxable Equivalent Yield

Calculate the rate of return you would have to receive from a taxable investment to realize an equivalent tax-exempt yield.

IRA Eligibility

Use this calculator to determine whether you qualify for the different types of IRAs.

Home Affordability

Estimate of the maximum amount of financing you can expect to get when you begin house hunting.

Personal Inflation Rate

Is your personal inflation rate higher or lower than the CPI?

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Newsletters

Managing Cash When Interest Rates Are Low

It's generally a good idea to keep three to six months of income in an emergency fund, but where should cash be kept when interest rates are low? This article discusses the advantages and disadvantages of savings accounts, certificates of deposit, and money market funds.

For Better, For Worse: Communicating About Retirement

A recent study indicates that couples are not communicating clearly about retirement goals and strategies, even as they approach retirement age. This article offers suggestions to open a dialogue and encourages couples to discuss their retirement needs and desires with each other and with their financial advisor.

Ways to Save More

About two out of three American workers are saving for retirement, but less than half are confident that they will save enough money to live comfortably during their retirement years. This article includes suggestions for readers to take small steps that could make a big difference when they are ready to retire.

HOT TOPIC: Current Economic Conditions and the Prospect for Inflation

Inflation jumped up to 3.2% in April. That’s still below the 50-year average but it may be little consolation for anyone who has been to a gas station or a grocery store recently.

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