Since 1978, Daniel M. Smith & Associates has been helping individuals, families and businesses guard against some key perils in life:

• Estate Planning to help maximize the orderly transfer of assets to the next generation in a tax efficient manner
• Business Succession Planning to help protect the future of the Family Business
• Retirement Planning so that we strive to not outlive our income
• Long Term Care Planning so that unforeseen illnesses or injuries do not adversely impact your Financial Plan
• Special Care Planning for families with Special Needs.

 

Our experienced staff and strategic relationships pledge our knowledge, our
resources and our dedication to integrity in all that we do. 

Cost of Retirement

Use this calculator to estimate how much income and savings you may need in retirement.

Lifetime Earnings

This calculator is designed to help you attach a dollar figure to your life’s work.

Mortgage Acceleration

This calculator can help you determine how soon you can pay off your mortgage.

Disability Income Insurance

How much Disability Income Insurance do you need?

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What’s Required of the Executor of an Estate?

Being named as the executor of an estate is generally an honor but settling an estate can be a difficult and time-consuming job. This article provides an overview of typical executor responsibilities.

Breaking Down Clean Vehicle Tax Credits for Business Owners

Business owners may be able to claim one of two new federal tax credits to help offset the cost to purchase certain clean vehicles.

HOT TOPIC: Rising Oil Prices Could Pose the Latest Threat to the Economy

This article discusses the market dynamics that are impacting oil prices and adding to concerns about broader inflation and economic growth.

Mutual Funds: What’s in Your Portfolio?

Mutual funds offer a convenient way to invest across a wide range of market activity. This article provides an overview of different types of mutual funds in order of typical risk.

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