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.
Helpful Content
Once Upon a Goal
Do you know how to set up your financial goals for success? This knight does.
Glossary of Scam Terms
A helpful glossary of current scams.
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?
Test Your Estate Strategy Knowledge
Estate management can help ensure that your assets are transferred according to your wishes while managing tax issues.
Social Security: Five Facts You Need to Know
Here are five facts about Social Security that are important to keep in mind.
The Financial Literacy Crisis
Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.
Yours, Mine, and Ours: Estate Strategies for Second Marriage
Second marriages are a trigger event to revisit any existing estate strategies.
The ABCs of Zero Coupon Bonds
Understanding some basic concepts may help you assess whether zero-coupon bonds have a place in your portfolio.
Alternative Investments - Going Mainstream
Alternative investments are going mainstream for accredited investors. It’s critical to sort through the complexity.
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Rent vs Buy Calculator
Compare the long-term financial outcomes of renting versus buying a home.
Lifetime of Earnings
Estimate how much you may earn over your working years based on your current income.
Student Loan Payoff Calculator: Extra Payments Can Save You
See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.
Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
Compare the true costs of buying versus leasing a vehicle to find the better fit for you.
Wedding Budget Calculator
Estimate total wedding costs and see how different choices affect your overall budget.
Assess Your Life Insurance Needs
Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.
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Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
Charitable Giving: Smart from the Heart
Do you have causes that you want to support with donations?
Are Alternative Investments Right for You?
With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.
Bridging the Confidence Gap
In the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be especially apparent.