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. 
Calculators

Mortgage Acceleration

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

Lease Payment

How much would your monthly lease payment be?

Lifetime Earnings

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

Cash Flow Analysis

This Cash Flow Analysis form will help you weigh your income vs. your expenses.

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Newsletters

Debit or Credit — What’s the Difference?

This article explains why it may be better to use a credit card for certain transactions, as long as the bill is paid on time to avoid interest charges.

Understanding Life Insurance

Life insurance can help replace much-needed income after the death of a provider. With the wide variety of policies available, it’s important to understand the basic types of coverage.

Home Energy Tax Credits

There are two separate federal tax credits available for home installation of certain energy efficient or clean energy property. Learn more.

Diversifying with Market Caps

The S&P 500 Index ended 2022 down 19.4%. Midsize and smaller companies also lost ground but generally held their value better than large companies. This article explains why holding stocks in companies of different sizes can help diversify a portfolio.

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