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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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The Business Cycle

The Business Cycle

How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?

Retirement planning during divorce

Retirement planning during divorce

Here are some retirement strategies for life after divorce to help maintain your financial wellness.

Volunteering in Retirement

Volunteering in Retirement

For many, retirement includes contributing their time and talents to an organization in need.

 

Your Emergency Fund: How Much Is Enough?

Having an emergency fund may help alleviate the stress and worry associated with a financial crisis.

Gap Insurance for Leased Cars

If you’re thinking of leasing a new car, then you shouldn’t forget about gap insurance.

Prevent a Rift: Money Tips for Newlyweds

Couples may be able to head off many of the problems in a marriage that money can cause.

8 behaviors that help boost financial confidence

These eight strategies can help you confidently decrease your financial stress and boost your well-being

Why should we consider life insurance?

Insurance isn’t always top of mind, but it can help protect you and give you confidence, so you can focus on your life.

Ways to turn spending into savings

Try these simple steps to transform from being a spender to a saver

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The Fed and How It Got That Way

Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.

From Boats to Brokers

From the Dutch East India Company to Wall St., the stock market has a long and storied history.

Once Upon a Goal

Do you know how to set up your financial goals for success? This knight does.

Rightsizing for Retirement

What does your home really cost?

Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job

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

Tuning Your Social Security Benefit

When should you take your Social Security benefit?

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