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We have created this site to help you gain a better understanding of wealth preservation, investing, saving for retirement, and estate planning. Equally important, we hope you see the value of having Mark Burkhardt, our portfolio manager with over 30 years of experience, help you realize all of your financial goals.
Here you will find a wealth of information in the form of newsletter articles, calculators, and research reports. 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.
Our firm is dedicated to developing lasting relationships with all our clients. We believe in helping you assess your financial goals and participate in the management of your finances. One of the benefits of working with us is our ability to provide clear, easily understood explanations of financial products and services. The personalized program that we can provide is a roadmap to working toward a more secure financial future.
Newsletters
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Debt After Death: What Happens to Debt When Someone Dies?
This article provides an overview of how debts are settled after the death of a loved one.
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Have You Set a Retirement Savings Goal?
Completing this simple worksheet can help establish a realistic retirement savings target.
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HOT TOPIC: The Shutdown is Over: What Now?
The longest government shutdown in U.S. history ended on November 12, 2025. This article looks at the bill that ended the shutdown, issues that are unresolved, and estimates of the economic impact.
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HOT TOPIC: Moody’s Downgraded U.S. Debt — Does It Matter?
On May 16, 2025, Moody’s Ratings downgraded U.S. government debt from its highest rating of Aaa to Aa1. This article looks at the reasons for the downgrade and its potential effects.
Calculators
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Long-Term Care Self Insurance
Will you be able to afford nursing home care?
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Tax-Deferred Savings
Compare the potential future value of tax-deferred investments to that of taxable investments.
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Required Minimum Distributions
Estimate the annual required distribution from your traditional IRA or former employer's retirement plan after you turn age 73.
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Lifetime Earnings
This calculator is designed to help you attach a dollar figure to your life’s work.