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We are an independent firm with a client-centric focus.
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Welcome, we’re Financial Strategies, a financial planning and wealth management firm in Longview, WA. We understand that every family faces unique challenges. Whether your goal is preparing for retirement, planning for the efficient transfer of your estate, or figuring out where you are at on your financial journey, we are here to help.
Mission Statement
At Financial Strategies, it is our mission to create positive outcomes in the lives of those around us.
Helpful Content
Do Your Kids Know The Value of a Silver Spoon?
You taught them how to read and how to ride a bike, but have you taught your children how to manage money?
Will Power
Preparing for the eventual distribution of your assets may not sound enticing. But a will puts the power in your hands.
Protecting Your Home Against Flood Loss
Protect yourself against the damage that your homeowners policy doesn’t cover.
Women and Financial Strategies
Most women don’t shy away from the day-to-day financial decisions, but some may be leaving their future to chance.
Data Thieves from Outer Space
Learn about the dangers of internet fraud with this highly educational and fun “pulp” comic.
Life Insurance Myths: Debunked
Whether you have life insurance through your work or are retired it pays to know the truth about life insurance coverage.
Questions to Ask About Medicare
Take the guesswork out of your IEP or SEP with this helpful article.
Making a Charitable Contribution
There are benefits and limitations when you decide to donate stock.
What Will You Do With Your Bonus or Windfall?
This article examines one's options when receiving a work bonus or other financial windfalls.
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My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
How Much Home Can I Afford?
Estimate how much home may fit within your budget based on income and expenses.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Compare different mortgage term lengths side by side to find the option that fits your budget.
How Long Will My Savings Last If I Become Disabled?
See how long your current savings might last if a disability interrupted your income.
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The Business Cycle
How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?
A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit
Taking your Social Security benefits at the right time may help maximize your benefit.
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
Making Your Tax Bracket Work
Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?
4 Elements of an Estate Strategy
Learn about the importance of having an estate strategy in this helpful and informative video.
To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.