Our goal is to help you achieve your goals!
Manage. Grow. Protect. Give. ℠
Our goal is to help you achieve your goals!
Our goal is to help you achieve your goals!
Our goal is to help you achieve your goals!
We are a boutique financial planning firm, with big firm experience, tools, and resources. We help create and implement plans to meet both short-term and long-term goals. Our comprehensive goal-based plans are individually customized and can include strategies to help:
Our plans can incorporate one or more of the following focus areas:
Nick is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and a licensed attorney. He serves as the firm's Principal Planner, as he has extensive experience in: wealth management, financial planning, retirement planning, education funding, tax planning, estate planning, business planning, money management, social security, insurance, and annuities. He is driven by his passion to be a trusted advisor to families, individuals, and business professionals, helping them build their wealth, protect what they’ve built, enjoy what they’ve earned, and leave the legacy they choose for their heirs and community. Nick believes a client’s strategy should be clear, concise, and easy to implement and understand.
Prior to becoming an attorney and a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, Nick was a U.S. Army Infantry Officer. Nick is a combat veteran of the Iraq War, where he received a Bronze Star Medal. After continuously serving in the Army (Active Duty and National Guard) since 1999, Nick retired in 2021 with twenty-two years of honorable service. While serving in the Kansas National Guard, Nick also served as a Kansas State Trooper from 2007-2011. Nick's integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence served him well both in the Army and as a State Trooper; he now focuses those attributes on serving his clients.
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Brenda serves as the firm's Client Service Manager. She was born in Puerto Rico, and at a young age her family moved to the Continental United States. She later attended the University of Central Missouri. She is a member of a large family, and she has experience working in management and customer service. Her main objective at the firm is to interact with clients to ensure a quality experience, while taking into account the unique aspects of each client’s circumstances. Brenda is bilingual, fluent in both English and Spanish.
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Marriage is a significant milestone in life, bringing together two people in a legally recognized partnership. However, significant shifts in society have led to declining marriage rates over the past several decades. From fear of divorce to simply not recognizing the need for marriage, many singles are avoiding the topic altogether.
Beyond the emotional and social aspects of a permanent union, marriage actually offers several financial advantages that can contribute to greater economic stability and security for couples.
1. Tax Benefits
One of the most notable financial advantages of marriage is the potential for tax savings. Married couples can file jointly, which often results in lower tax rates and higher standard deductions. This can lead to substantial savings, especially for couples with disparate incomes. Additionally, married couples may benefit from various tax credits and deductions, such as the Earned Income Tax Credit and the Child and Dependent Care Credit, which can further reduce their tax liability.
2. Social Security and Pension Benefits
Marriage can enhance Social Security benefits. Spouses are eligible for benefits based on their partner’s earnings record, which can be particularly beneficial if one spouse has significantly lower lifetime earnings. Additionally, surviving spouses may receive their deceased partner’s Social Security benefits, providing financial support in times of need. Many pension plans also offer spousal benefits, ensuring that the surviving spouse continues to receive income.
3. Health Insurance Savings
Married couples often have access to better health insurance options. Many employers offer family health insurance plans that cover spouses, which can be more cost-effective than individual plans. Additionally, if one spouse has access to superior health insurance through their employer, the other spouse can join that plan, potentially saving money on premiums and out-of-pocket expenses.
4. Estate Planning and Inheritance
Marriage simplifies estate planning and inheritance issues. Spouses generally inherit assets tax-free, avoiding hefty estate taxes that might apply to non-spouses. This legal benefit ensures that the surviving spouse can maintain financial stability without the burden of substantial tax liabilities.
5. Financial Planning and Joint Investments
Married couples can pool their resources and plan their finances more effectively. Joint investment accounts, shared savings goals, and coordinated retirement planning can lead to better financial outcomes. Combining incomes also makes it easier to qualify for loans and mortgages, as lenders often view married couples as lower-risk borrowers.
For personalized insights on managing your finances as a married couple, contact us or schedule an appointment, and we’ll be happy to help you navigate the complexities and maximize the benefits of your marital status.
Financial planning can help you reach your goals throughout your life - whether you want to buy a house, save for your kids’ or grandkids' college, live a fulfilling retirement, leave a legacy for your children, or make a difference for a charity.
Contact us or schedule an appointment, and we’ll be happy to help you set your goals, provide a roadmap to reach them, and be your guide to the special tools and strategies that can help you get there.
Financial Planning Offers Benefits At Any Life Stage
When Financial Planning Becomes Critical
It should start with your goals and objectives, and it should help you to:
To achieve those goals, a financial plan may include strategies in one or more of the following focus areas:
You should meet with us to review your plan at least once per year and before any major life event.
Contact us or schedule an appointment to review your plan or discuss anything new.
It's never too early to get started on your plan.
Contact us or schedule an appointment to tell us more about your goals, and we'll be happy to help you get started on the path to achieving them.
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