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
The Five Basics of Financial Literacy
How literate are you when it comes to your finances? Brush up with these five basics.
What If Your Kids Decide Against College?
Rising college costs prompt students to seek alternatives; 529 account funds can be used for other education options.
Understanding Marginal Income Tax Brackets
An inside look at how marginal income tax brackets work.
When Does Your Personal Car Become a Commercial Vehicle?
At what point can you call a personal vehicle commercial?
How Big is Money?
Learn a little about worldwide currency in this fun infographic
Replacing Your Medicare Card
Learn how to replace your lost, stolen, or damaged Medicare card in this helpful article.
Women on the Rise
Explore the growing influence women wield over the economy with this handy infographic.
Raising Healthy Children
Healthy habits are one of the greatest gifts to give your child.
Counteracting Capital Gains with Tax-Loss Harvesting
You may have heard the phrase "tax-loss harvesting." A financial professional may be able to provide some guidance.
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What's Your MPG?
Calculate your vehicle's fuel efficiency and see what you're spending on gas annually.
Annuity Comparison
Compare annuity options to see how each one could affect your long-term income outlook.
What Rate Would I Need to Earn on My Savings?
Work backwards from your savings goal to find the rate of return you'd need to get there.
Emergency Fund Calculator
Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.
Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
Debt vs. Investment
Weigh the potential outcomes of paying off debt versus directing those dollars elsewhere.
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The Facts About Income Tax
Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.
A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List
Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.
The Junk Drawer Approach to Investing
It's easy to let investments accumulate like old receipts in a junk drawer.
The Long Run: Women and Retirement
For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.
Stay Safe with a Business Owner's Policy
Learn the advantages of Business Owner's Policies with this highly educational and fun animated video.
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.