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.

Estate Taxes

Use this calculator to estimate the federal estate taxes that could be due on your estate after you die.

Tax-Deferred Savings

Compare the potential future value of tax-deferred investments to that of taxable investments.

Disability Income Insurance

How much Disability Income Insurance do you need?

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Newsletters

Charitable Gifts of Life Insurance

Life insurance offers a way to make a substantial gift to charity while also benefiting from favorable tax rules.

Cancer Happens: Insurance Can Help Fortify Your Finances

Although it’s scary to consider the possibility of a cancer diagnosis, it might be helpful to prepare for the financial implications.

Equity REITs: Is There Room for Real Estate in Your Portfolio?

This article discusses some unique characteristics of REITs, including how they can offer a consistent income stream and why changing interest rates can affect REIT performance.

The United States Is Older Than Ever Before

The median age of the U.S. population rose to a record high in 2022, a demographic trend that has implications for the economy and government programs like Social Security and Medicare.

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