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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Retirement Plan Choices for Small Businesses
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Dog Bites and Homeowners Insurance
Reviewing coverage options is just one thing responsible pet parents can do to help look out for their dogs.
Investment Challenges of the Affluent Investor
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What is the Value of Your Business?
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Women and Financial Strategies
Most women don’t shy away from the day-to-day financial decisions, but some may be leaving their future to chance.
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Learn how to address the challenges that women face when planning for retirement.
Assess Life Insurance Needs
How to help determine life insurance needs to provide for your family after you pass away.
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What's Your MPG?
Calculate your vehicle's fuel efficiency and see what you're spending on gas annually.
Bi-Weekly Mortgage Payments
See how switching to bi-weekly mortgage payments could reduce interest and shorten your loan.
What Is the Dividend Yield?
Calculate the dividend yield of a holding and see what that means for income over time.
Credit Card Payoff
Find out how long it may take to pay off a credit card balance and what it costs in interest.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
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What You Need to Know About Social Security
Every so often, you'll hear about Social Security benefits running out. But is there truth to the fears, or is it all hype?
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Learn about the difference between bulls and bears—markets, that is!
How to Retire Early
Retiring early sounds like a dream come true, but it’s important to take a look at the cold, hard facts.
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Estate Management 101
A will may be only one of the documents you need—and one factor to consider—when it comes to managing your estate.
Where Is the Market Headed?
We all know the stock market can be unpredictable. We all want to know, "What's next for the financial markets?"