We are a comprehensive wealth management firm based in Traverse City, Michigan and serving clients all over the country. We seek to build long-lasting relationships with clients who share our philosophy of thorough planning and disciplined investment management.
Wealth management isn’t just for the ultra-wealthy. Our clients are hardworking, forward thinkers who want to build stable, independent financial futures and are willing to partner with a team of professionals.
We seek to be our clients’ Chief Financial Officer, a trusted confidante who provides ongoing guidance for every major financial issue they face. By offering an extraordinary level of personal service and continuous follow-up, we let our clients get back to living life comfortable in the knowledge that we are looking after the details.
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Lifetime of Earnings
Estimate how much you may earn over your working years based on your current income.
A Look at Whole Life Insurance
Whole life insurance remains in force as long as you remain current with premiums. Here's how it works.
Credit Card Payoff
Find out how long it may take to pay off a credit card balance and what it costs in interest.
The Cost of Procrastination
Don't let procrastination keep you from pursuing your financial dreams and goals.
How Retirement Spending Changes With Time
It can be difficult for clients to imagine how much they’ll spend in retirement. This short, insightful article is useful.
Choices for Your 401(k) at a Former Employer
Individuals have four basic choices with the 401(k) account they accrued at a previous employer.
Four Steps to Valuing an Estate
Determining the value of your estate, or for someone who has passed away, can be a complex undertaking.
Managing Money as a Couple
Keys to preparing to grow wealthy together.
A Look at Whole Life Insurance
Whole life insurance remains in force as long as you remain current with premiums. Here's how it works.
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Social Security Tax Estimator
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be subject to federal income tax.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Compare different mortgage term lengths side by side to find the option that fits your budget.
Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
Long-Term-Care Needs
Estimate potential long-term care costs and what coverage may help address them.
Assess Your Life Insurance Needs
Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.
How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
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Saving for College 101
Here's a crash course on saving for college.
Keeping Up with the Joneses
Lifestyle inflation can be the enemy of wealth building. What could happen if you invested instead of buying more stuff?
What Smart Investors Know
Savvy investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.
From Boats to Brokers
From the Dutch East India Company to Wall St., the stock market has a long and storied history.
Coaches
Coaches have helped you your whole life, in ways big and small. We'd like to be one of them.
The Rule of 72
Do you know how long it may take for your investments to double in value? The Rule of 72 is a quick way to figure it out.