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
Please Leave Home Without It
Concerns over identity theft continue to grow, especially with data breaches at major companies and financial institutions.
Monthly Memberships
A look as how autopay subscriptions can be a drain on your finances, especially when forgotten.
A Penny Saved is Two Pennies Earned
Here are some simple and inexpensive energy-saving tips that may help you save money.
Spotting Credit Trouble
The wise use of credit is a critical skill. These 10 questions will help you assess your skill level.
Reviewing Your Life Insurance Needs
Learn how the review process works and how it may help you better understand your Life Insurance.
Types of Stock Market Analysis
Most stock market analysis falls into three broad groups: Fundamental, technical, and sentimental. Here’s a look at each.
Getting a Head Start on College Savings
A few strategies that may help you prepare for the cost of higher education.
Your Social Security Roadmap
Help clients navigate their Social Security claiming decisions with our interactive roadmap.
Value vs. Growth Investing
Among stock-market investors there’s long been a debate between those who favor value and those who favor growth.
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Student Loan Refinance Calculator
Compare your current student loan terms to a potential refinance to see if it makes sense.
How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
Lifetime of Earnings
Estimate how much you may earn over your working years based on your current income.
Annuity Comparison
Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.
Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
Compare the true costs of buying versus leasing a vehicle to find the better fit for you.
What Is My Net Worth?
Get a snapshot of your overall financial picture by calculating your total net worth.
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How to Retire Early
Retiring early sounds like a dream come true, but it’s important to take a look at the cold, hard facts.
Top 5 Things to Tell Your Financial Pro
Here are the top 5 things your team may want to hear.
From Boats to Brokers
From the Dutch East India Company to Wall St., the stock market has a long and storied history.
What Can a Million Dollars Buy You?
$1 million in a diversified portfolio could help finance part of your retirement.
18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. What will you do with your days?
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.