Doug Atkins of Eagle Financial Designs
Let a sound financial plan improve the quality of your life.
The future of accumulating wealth, preserving it for retirement and having a family heritage to pass on, has taken a different look in the past generation. The uncertainty of social security, changing tax codes, frequent job changes and stock market volatility have all contributed to this outlook. Today it is vital to find a trusted source of financial advice, create a plan and implement it.
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Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
Compare Roth and traditional 401(k) options to see which may work better for your situation.
Saving for College 101
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Strategies for Managing Student Loan Debt
Five strategies for managing your student debt.
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How Financial Professionals Are Compensated
Read this overview to learn how financial advisors are compensated.
Tax Rules When Selling Your Home
The tax rules governing profits you realize from the sale of your home have changed in recent years.
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Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Compare how the same contribution grows differently in taxable versus tax-deferred accounts.
Annuity Comparison
Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.
How Much Home Can I Afford?
Estimate how much home may fit within your budget based on income and expenses.
Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
Historical Inflation
See how the purchasing power of a dollar has changed over time due to inflation.
Lifetime of Earnings
Estimate how much you may earn over your working years based on your current income.
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A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List
Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.
16 Wall Street Cliches in 60 Seconds
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To Buy or Not to Buy
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Forecast
This short video helps explain why markets can be as unpredictable as the weather.
Bursting the Bubble
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Retiring the 4% Rule
A portfolio created with your long-term objectives in mind is crucial as you pursue your dream retirement.