Estate, Retirement, & Investment Planning
Ronald G. Smith Capital Management Advisory, Inc. of Powhatan, VA is committed to helping you pursue your long-term financial goals.
As specialists in retirement planning and estate conservation, we can help you answer the questions you may have about your financial future, such as:
- Will I be able to retire early?
- How much money will I need in order to retire?
- How can I get the most out of my 401(k)?
- Should I have a traditional IRA or a Roth IRA?
- How can I maximize the return on my investments while reducing risk?
- How can I "inflation-proof" my investment income?
- Do I need disability insurance? Long-term care insurance?
- How can I ensure that my children receive as much as possible from my estate?
- What do I need to know about wills, trusts, and probate?
Helpful Content
It Was the Best of Times, It Was the Worst of Times
All about how missing the best market days (or the worst!) might affect your portfolio.
Required Reading: The Economic Report of the President
The Economic Report of the President can help identify the forces driving — or dragging — the economy.
Systematic Withdrawals in Retirement
Taking regular, periodic withdrawals during retirement can be quite problematic.
Understanding Long-Term Care
Understanding the types of long-term-care services—and what those services could cost—may be critical.
The A, B, C, & D of Medicare
Learn about all the parts of Medicare with this informative and enjoyable article.
9 Facts About Retirement
Regardless of how you approach retirement, there are some things about it that might surprise you.
What If You Get Audited?
The chances of an IRS audit aren't that high. And being audited does not necessarily imply that the IRS suspects wrongdoing.
The Cost of Procrastination
Don't let procrastination keep you from pursuing your financial dreams and goals.
When Life Insurance Becomes Taxable
Life insurance proceeds are generally tax-free. But not in all cases.
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Disability Income
This calculator estimates your chances of becoming disabled and your potential need for disability insurance.
Tax Freedom Day
Assess how many days you'll work to pay your federal tax liability.
What Is My Risk Tolerance?
This questionnaire will help determine your tolerance for investment risk.
Doubling Your Money
This calculator demonstrates the power of compound interest.
Potential Income from an IRA
Estimate your monthly and annual income from various IRA types.
Impact of Taxes and Inflation
Estimate the potential impact taxes and inflation can have on the purchasing power of an investment.
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5 Smart Investing Principles
Principles that can help create a portfolio designed to pursue investment goals.
Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
Investment Strategies for Retirement
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.
5 Smart Investing Strategies
There are some smart strategies that may help you pursue your investment objectives
An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
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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.
When Markets React
When markets shift, experienced investors stick to their strategy.
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.
Surprises
Making the most of surprises is a great reason to work with us.
Choosing a Mortgage
Selecting a mortgage isn't an easy process. Get a better understanding of how professionals make the right decisions.
Your DNA Test
If your family relies on your income, it’s critical to know what their needs would be in the event of your death.