Your Financial Future
Today’s economic environment presents many challenges. But along with these challenges comes opportunities and potential rewards for those who can identify long-term trends.
Whether you’re facing retirement—or looking to better understand certain investment ideas—we can help you address your most pressing money questions.
Our first priority is your overall financial success. We want to learn more about your personal situation, identify your dreams and goals, and understand your tolerance for risk. Long-term relationships that encourage open and honest communication have been the cornerstone of my foundation of success.
Our site is filled with educational videos, articles, presentations, and calculators designed to help you learn more about the world of personal finance. As you search my website, send me a note regarding any questions you may have about any particular investment concepts or products. We'll get back to you quickly with a thoughtful answer.
Investment and financial planning services are offered by Jan Towne through her affiliation with Cambridge Investment.
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The Power of 401k Catch-Ups
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See how switching to bi-weekly mortgage payments could reduce interest and shorten your loan.
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Compare the long-term financial outcomes of renting versus buying a home.
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Calculate the dividend yield of a holding and see what that means for income over time.
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Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.
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Use the Rule of 72 to estimate how long it takes your money to double at a given rate.
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Understanding the cycle of investing may help you avoid easy pitfalls.
What You Need to Know About Social Security
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Charitable Giving: Smart from the Heart
Do you have causes that you want to support with donations?
Keeping Up with the Joneses
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