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
To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.
9 Facts About Social Security
There are things about Social Security that might surprise you.
9 Facts About Retirement
Regardless of how you approach retirement, there are some things about it that might surprise you.
Types of Stock Market Analysis
Most stock market analysis falls into three broad groups: Fundamental, technical, and sentimental. Here’s a look at each.
The Five Basics of Financial Literacy
How literate are you when it comes to your finances? Brush up with these five basics.
Assess Life Insurance Needs
How to help determine life insurance needs to provide for your family after you pass away.
Social Security: The Elephant in the Room
Some people wonder if Social Security will remain financially sound enough to pay the benefits they are owed.
Money Draining Food Myths
These food myths will really put a drain on your wallet.
Rebalancing Your Portfolio
Over time, different investments' performances can shift a portfolio’s intent and risk profile. Rebalancing may be critical.
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Assess Your Life Insurance Needs
Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.
Debt vs. Investment
Weigh the potential outcomes of paying off debt versus directing those dollars elsewhere.
Long-Term-Care Needs
Estimate potential long-term care costs and what coverage may help address them.
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
Federal Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Estimate your potential federal capital gains tax liability on the sale of an asset.
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What Can a Million Dollars Buy You?
$1 million in a diversified portfolio could help finance part of your retirement.
When Special Care Is Needed: The Special Needs Trust
A special needs trust helps care for a special needs child when you’re gone.
Jane Bond: Infiltrating the Market
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, cracking the code on bonds.
When Do You Need a Will?
When do you need a will? The answer is easy: Right Now.
Preparation is the Key to Retirement
The simplest ideas can sometimes make a massive difference over time. Enjoy this brief video to learn more.
Charitable Giving: Smart from the Heart
Do you have causes that you want to support with donations?