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We take the initiative to offer insights and guidance — real enlightenment for real life.

Should I Buy or Lease a Car?

A recent deep-dive into the true costs of car ownership found that the average car owner logs 13,500 miles on their car every year. That number of miles can put big-time stress on your vehicle and cause costly repairs, not to mention the additional expense to register, insure, and fuel your car. Read more…

How Backdoor Roth Conversions Work

Roth IRAs are an essential part of a diversified retirement plan. The most significant benefit of a Roth IRA is its potential to deliver massive tax savings over time. Read more…

Maxed-Out 401k: Your Next Steps and Strategies

Congratulations! You have successfully reached a significant financial milestone that many aspire to but few achieve: a maxed-out 401(k). This is a great achievement on your journey toward a secure retirement plan and should be celebrated. Read more…

FDIC and SIPC 101: What Does FDIC and SIPC Cover?

Growing your wealth is important. So is safeguarding it. This is where insurance for your financial accounts and assets comes in. Read more…

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