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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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Can Group, Private Disability Policies Work Together?

Can Group, Private Disability Policies Work Together?

Loss of income from disability has the potential to cause financial hardship. Disability insurance can help.

Why six figures might not mean what it used to

Why six figures might not mean what it used to

Rising costs are making six figures less of a success benchmark. Learn why income alone might not tell the full story.

U.S. Personal Savings Rate

U.S. Personal Savings Rate

What can be learned from the savings rate?

 

Teen Drinking and Your Liability

Drinking may be a “rite of passage” for teens, but when it occurs in your home you may be held responsible for their actions.

Retirement Questions That Have Nothing to Do With Money

Things to consider before retirement.

U.S. Personal Savings Rate

What can be learned from the savings rate?

Why each spouse needs life insurance

How to help make sure your family is covered financially should something happen to either spouse

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

9 surprising retirement facts

Retirement offers the promise of relaxation, but it can deliver challenges to physical, mental, and financial health

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Rightsizing for Retirement

What does your home really cost?

When Do You Need a Will?

When do you need a will? The answer is easy: Right Now.

Retiring the 4% Rule

A portfolio created with your long-term objectives in mind is crucial as you pursue your dream retirement.

The Long Run: Women and Retirement

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

What You Need to Know About Social Security

Every so often, you'll hear about Social Security benefits running out. But is there truth to the fears, or is it all hype?

Risk Tolerance: What’s Your Style?

Learn about what risk tolerance really means in this helpful and insightful video.

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