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Be Proactive: Tax Analysis [Video]
One question we hear a lot from those who are self-employed and doing some type of payroll is: “How do I balance my taxes and save for the future?” For this let’s discuss your tax analysis… Let’s go through an example so I can show you some of the mechanics of how a…
What Does Fed Tapering Mean for Investors?
There’s a lot of talk about the Federal Reserve tapering its support for the economy. This marks an important shift in the investment environment since COVID started. But what is tapering, and what does Fed tapering mean for investors?
Open Enrollment – Deciding between Medical Insurance Plans [Video]
[Video]Open Enrollment-Deciding between Medical Insurance Plans| We are going to be talking about health insurance because making the right choice here could save you tens of thousands of dollars for you and your family.
Illinois Residents: Should you switch natural gas suppliers before winter?
Winter is coming and natural gas prices are soaring. If you’re an Illinois resident, now may be a good time to see if switching natural gas suppliers can save you money heating your home this winter.
Surging Home Prices a Warning to Consumers
Home prices in the United States just recorded their strongest growth in 30 years. Is now the time to buy a home, or should consumers see these surging home prices as a warning sign?
Now Is the Time to be Looking for a New Job
There hasn’t been a better time to get a new job in over 40 years. The pool of labor is declining and number of jobs available is at an all-time high. Is now a good time to be looking for a new job?
How Should Parents Plan for A Child’s College Education?
Of all the financial planning topics we deal with at Financial Design Studio, college planning is always one of the tougher issues. What are the key factors to keep in mind when figuring out how to pay for a child’s college education?
Investing in a 529 College Savings Plan [Video]
We’ve been talking about saving for your child’s education. You may want to consider the 529 college savings plan. Let’s discuss it!











