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We 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. We 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 important, we hope you see the value of working with skilled professionals to pursue your financial goals.
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-Darren C. Gauck*, CFP, ChFC
Newsletters
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Variable Annuities: Strategies to Help Counter Retirement Risks
Unlike retirement accounts, there are no federal contribution limits for variable annuities, and the investment gains won’t be taxed until they are withdrawn.
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Avoiding Probate with a TOD Deed and TOD Account
In many states, a transfer-on-death (TOD) deed and/or account can help avoid probate without the cost and complexity of a trust.
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HOT TOPIC: Trade Roundup: New Tariff Actions and Rates
This article explains newly implemented and upcoming tariffs and their potential economic impact.
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Medicare Open Enrollment: A Time for Choices
Each year from October 15 to December 7, Medicare offers an Open Enrollment period during which beneficiaries can review coverage options and make changes as appropriate.
Calculators
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Retirement Portfolio Lifespan
How Long Will Your Funds Last?
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Lifetime Earnings
This calculator is designed to help you attach a dollar figure to your life’s work.
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Net Worth
A balance sheet summarizes your assets and liabilities and reveals your net worth.
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Cost of Retirement
Use this calculator to estimate how much income and savings you may need in retirement.