Daniel M. Smith & Associates

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.

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ETFs Are Closing the Gap with Mutual Funds

Investor demand for exchange-traded funds (ETFs) has increased rapidly over the last decade due to attractive features that set them apart from mutual funds.

HOT TOPIC: Real Estate Commission Changes Around the Corner

The National Association of Realtors is implementing new policies related to how real estate brokers are compensated. Here are some implications for buyers, sellers, and their agents.

Retroactive Social Security Benefits: A Chance to Turn Back Time

Beneficiaries who postpone claiming Social Security past full retirement age have the option of receiving a lump-sum payment for up to six months of benefits when they finally apply.

Concerned About Cyberattacks? The Threat Is Real

Small businesses that handle potentially sensitive information about customers, employees, or competitors should be proactive about addressing this risk.

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1015 Ashes Drive, Suite 200
Wilmington, NC 28405

Phone: 910-208-2678
Fax: 910-208-2685

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LICENSING INFORMATION

Daniel M. Smith is licensed to sell insurance products in the following jurisdiction(s): FL, KS, NC, NY, and CT securities products in the following jurisdiction(s): CT, NC, FL, and NY. I cannot communicate with, nor respond to requests from users who reside in jurisdictions where I am not licensed to conduct insurance and/or securities business. CA insurance license #0E49083. State of Domicile: NC. Daniel M. Smith is a registered representative of and offer securities and investment advisory services through MML Investors Services, LLC, Member SIPC (www.SIPC.org). Supervisory Office: 4350 Congress Street, Suite 300, Charlotte, NC 28209. 704-557-9600. Daniel M. Smith & Associates is not a subsidiary or affiliate of MML Investors Services, LLC or its affiliated companies. CRN202503-2048099