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

Roth IRA Conversion

This calculator can help you determine whether you should consider converting to a Roth IRA.

Retirement Plan Early Distribution

Estimate how much would remain after paying income taxes and penalties if you took an early distribution from a retirement plan.

Disability Income Insurance

How much Disability Income Insurance do you need?

LTCI Cost of Waiting

Estimate the potential cost of waiting to purchase a long-term care insurance policy.

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Newsletters

Does the Social Security COLA Help If You’re Not Receiving Benefits?

This article explains how the COLA not only helps current beneficiaries, but also may increase future benefits for those who are not yet receiving Social Security payments.

HDHP/HSA Pairing May Help Control Medical Costs

High-deductible health plans offer potential savings by encouraging cost-effective choices in medical spending, as well as eligibility for a health savings account with tax advantages.

Setting a Retirement Savings Goal

Only 51% of workers or their spouses have tried to estimate the savings they would need to live comfortably in retirement. This article offers a simple worksheet to help calculate a savings target.

Cheaper Hearing Aids Are Coming to a Store Near You

Thanks to a recent regulatory shift, it’s now possible to buy an effective hearing aid without a medical exam or a prescription, potentially for a lot less money.

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