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

Required Minimum Distributions

Estimate the annual required distribution from your traditional IRA or former employer's retirement plan after you turn age 73.

Taxable Equivalent Yield

Calculate the rate of return you would have to receive from a taxable investment to realize an equivalent tax-exempt yield.

Retirement Portfolio Lifespan

How Long Will Your Funds Last?

Disability Income Insurance

How much Disability Income Insurance do you need?

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Newsletters

Wealthy Colleges Face Expanded Endowment Tax

A new tiered tax rate on the endowments of wealthy colleges and universities could affect spending on financial aid, research, and other college programs.

HOT TOPIC: The Fed Lowers Rates in an Economic Balancing Act

This article looks at the Fed’s dilemma in setting monetary policy to address slowing employment with rising inflation, and the potential effects of lower rates on businesses and consumers.

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.

Life Insurance Might Help During Turbulent Economic Times

During periods of economic uncertainty and stock market volatility, life insurance may be a useful tool to consider.

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