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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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Strategies for smarter gift-giving

Strategies for smarter gift-giving

Stressed about the cost of gift-giving? You’re not alone. Here are some tips on how to be a savvier gift-giver.

Caring for Aging Parents

Caring for Aging Parents

As our nation ages, many Americans are turning their attention to caring for aging parents.

7 easy ways to help you improve your finances

7 easy ways to help you improve your finances

Take these seven simple actions to improve your finances this week

 

Emotional vs. Strategic Decisions

Information vs. instinct. Are your choices based on evidence of emotion?

Does Your Child Need to File an Income Tax Return?

When your child has income, there’s a good chance that he or she will need to report it and pay taxes.

4 Steps to Protecting a Child with Disabilities

Planning for a child with special needs can be complicated, confusing, and even overwhelming.

Financial strategies for the sandwich generation

Planning ahead can help members of the sandwich generation enjoy time with aging parents while protecting retirement goals.

Retirement Plan Choices for Small Businesses

Retirement choices can feel intimidating. Choosing the right strategy can make all the difference.

Credit Card Debt

We share tips to manage high-interest credit

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A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit

Taking your Social Security benefits at the right time may help maximize your benefit.

The Cost of Procrastination

Procrastination can be costly. When you get a late start, it may be difficult to make up for lost time.

Making Your Tax Bracket Work

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

The Long Run: Women and Retirement

For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.

The Power of Compound Interest

Learn how to harness the power of compound interest for your investments.

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