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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
Managing Money as a Couple
Keys to preparing to grow wealthy together.
Insurance Needs Assessment: When You're Young and Single
Even if you’re young and single, you should still consider protecting yourself.
Stop Wasting Money
One way to find money is to examine your current spending habits and eliminate money wasters.
When Should You Take Social Security
Monthly Social Security payments differ substantially depending on when you start receiving benefits.
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.
Four Steps to Valuing an Estate
Determining the value of your estate, or for someone who has passed away, can be a complex undertaking.
Inflation & Your Money
It's important to understand how inflation is reported and how it can affect investments.
Social Security Fairness Act's New Chapter
Learn how the Social Security Fairness Act boosts benefits for eligible public sector workers and their families.
Critical Estate Documents
Sound estate management includes creating financial and healthcare documents. Here's an inside look.
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College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
Assess Your Life Insurance Needs
Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.
How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
How Much Home Can I Afford?
Estimate how much home may fit within your budget based on income and expenses.
Social Security Tax Estimator
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be subject to federal income tax.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Compare different mortgage term lengths side by side to find the option that fits your budget.
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What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet
Ever lost your wallet? Frustrating. Here’s what you can do to keep yourself safe.
Are Alternative Investments Right for You?
With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.
Jane Bond: Scaling the Ladder
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, uncovering the mystery of bond laddering.
Dog Bites and Homeowners Insurance
Reviewing coverage options is just one thing responsible pet parents can do to help look out for their dogs.
Surprises
Making the most of surprises is a great reason to work with us.
The Business Cycle
How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?