Your Financial Future
Today’s economic environment presents many challenges. But along with these challenges comes opportunities and potential rewards for those who can identify long-term trends.
Whether you’re facing retirement—or looking to better understand certain investment ideas—we can help you address your most pressing money questions.
Our first priority is your overall financial success. We want to learn more about your personal situation, identify your dreams and goals, and understand your tolerance for risk. Long-term relationships that encourage open and honest communication have been the cornerstone of my foundation of success.
Our site is filled with educational videos, articles, presentations, and calculators designed to help you learn more about the world of personal finance. As you search my website, send me a note regarding any questions you may have about any particular investment concepts or products. We'll get back to you quickly with a thoughtful answer.
Investment services are offered by Gary T. Mott through his affiliation with Avantax
Helpful Content
What Is My Net Worth?
Get a snapshot of your overall financial picture by calculating your total net worth.
What Do Your Taxes Pay For?
Here's a breakdown of how the federal government spends your tax money.
Budgeting After a Divorce
Divorce is the second most stressful time in a person's life. Here's some tips to get through it.
Understanding Marginal Income Tax Brackets
An inside look at how marginal income tax brackets work.
Red Flags for Tax Auditors
Here are six flags that may make your tax return prime for an IRS audit.
Women and Wealth: A Pivot Towards Retirement
Tips and strategies for women approaching retirement to ensure a smooth transition.
Breaking Down the Parts of Medicare
Medicare is broken down into four specific parts—but what do they mean? This article will help you understand each piece.
Is Your Current Model Limiting Your Growth?
If you’ve been thinking what the next step in your career could look like, explore growth with the right team.
Eight Mistakes That Can Upend Your Retirement
There are common mistakes you can avoid when saving for retirement.
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How Can I Save a Million Dollars?
See what it takes in monthly contributions and time to reach a million-dollar savings goal.
Comparing Investments
Compare two different scenarios side by side to see how they stack up over time.
What Is the Dividend Yield?
Calculate the dividend yield of a holding and see what that means for income over time.
Social Security Tax Estimator
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be subject to federal income tax.
Wedding Budget Calculator
Estimate total wedding costs and see how different choices affect your overall budget.
Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
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Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.
The Facts About Income Tax
Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.
The Latte Lie and Other Myths
Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.
Your DNA Test
A Detailed Needs Analysis (DNA) can be a simple way to care for loved ones, no matter what the future may hold.
Forecast
This short video helps explain why markets can be as unpredictable as the weather.
Are Alternative Investments Right for You?
With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.