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. 

Required Minimum Distributions

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

Life Insurance

How much life insurance would you need to produce a sufficient income stream for your family?

Savings Goals

How much do you need to save each year to meet your long-term financial goals?

Net Worth

A balance sheet summarizes your assets and liabilities and reveals your net worth.

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Two Tax-Friendly Retirement Plans for the Self-Employed

Setting up a retirement plan provides a way to help shelter more income from taxes and save money for the future.

A Critical Combo: Life Insurance with Long-Term Care Benefits

Although long-term care insurance is typically a “use-it-or-lose-it” proposition, these alternatives can help pay for care if it’s needed or provide a death benefit for beneficiaries if it’s not.

HOT TOPIC: Data for Sale: Tips to Help Protect Your Private Information

Recent action by the Federal Trade Commission highlights the potential for abuse by online data brokers. This article offers some tips that might help consumers keep their private data private.

Birthday Benefits Quiz

This quiz allows readers to test their knowledge of the ages related to key federal benefits and tax responsibilities.

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