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At Financial Architects we understand the challenges families and individuals face with their finances.  We look forward to helping you by developing a customized plan to grow and protect your wealth.


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Gen Xers: 5 ways to prepare for retirement today

Gen Xers: 5 ways to prepare for retirement today

Planning for retirement can be daunting, especially for Gen Xers. Starting with these five tips is a great first step

How to consider inflation into your retirement strategy

How to consider inflation into your retirement strategy

How will inflation impact your retirement? Learn how to factor price increases into your long-term financial strategy.

Starting a Roth IRA for a Teen

Starting a Roth IRA for a Teen

This early financial decision could prove helpful over time.

 

Financial planning for your special needs child

Financial planning tips, including ABLE accounts and special needs trusts, for parents of children with special needs.

3 tips for working moms to help ease the juggle

For women, achieving a healthy work-life balance isn’t a luxury — it’s a necessity for overall well-being

Diversification, Patience, and Consistency

Three important factors when it comes to your financial life.

How Boomers and Millennials Differ

The YOLO Economy is a focus on experiences over material possessions, prompting Boomers to consider a similar mindset.

Why you should have an emergency fund

An emergency fund can help you pay for unexpected financial emergencies. And having one in place can help ease stress

Protecting your business if an associate dies

Three options to consider in preparation for transitioning a business after the passing of an associate. 

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Tuning Your Social Security Benefit

When should you take your Social Security benefit?

Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job

This video explores what to do with retirement accounts when you move on from your job.

Inflation and Your Portfolio

Even low inflation rates can pose a threat to investment returns.

A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

It Was the Best of Times, It Was the Worst of Times

All about how missing the best market days (or the worst!) might affect your portfolio.

Making Your Tax Bracket Work

Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?

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