Customized Financial Strategies For the Many Milestones in Life
In an ever-changing financial climate, it can be difficult to confidently create a financial strategy, let alone have the time to manage one that can grow with you over the years. But without an up-to-date and flexible strategy in place, it can be difficult for you to achieve your goals.
Sanford & Associates is an independent financial services firm dedicated to assisting clients with their greatest financial concerns. We offer comprehensive investment management and financial strategies coupled with unbiased advice and recommendations. Our utmost goal is to provide customized strategies that can grow with clients throughout the many milestones of life. We take pride in knowing we have helped young professionals, growing families, and retirees pursue their financial dreams.
Contact UsHelpful Content
How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
Income Tax Strategies to Help You Live Your Ideal Retirement
Wondering how to manage retirement savings? Learn tax-efficient strategies to manage withdrawals and preserve your nest egg.
How Much Home Can I Afford?
Estimate how much home may fit within your budget based on income and expenses.
7 Questions You May Have About Your Retirement
Are you on the brink of retirement or settling into your golden years?
SECURE Act 2.0: An Overview
The second iteration of the SECURE Act brings forward several changes to the world of retirement.
Catch-Up Contributions
Workers 50+ may make contributions to their qualified retirement plans above the limits imposed on younger workers.
Medicare vs. Medicaid
The terms Medicare and Medicaid sound similar but are two very different things. Learn the differences in this informative article.
Find That Lost Retirement Account
With over 24 million “forgotten” 401(k) accounts, you may be surprised to learn of your unclaimed “found” money.
How Will the Economy React to AI?
What do concerns or uncertainty about AI mean for your future and your financial strategy?
View all articles 
Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Compare how the same contribution grows differently in taxable versus tax-deferred accounts.
Rent vs Buy Calculator
Compare the long-term financial outcomes of renting versus buying a home.
How Much Home Can I Afford?
Estimate how much home may fit within your budget based on income and expenses.
What Is the Dividend Yield?
Calculate the dividend yield of a holding and see what that means for income over time.
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.
How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
View all calculators
Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot
Here are 3 quick tips to keep in mind when buying or leasing your next vehicle.
Finding the Balance
The sandwich generation faces unique challenges. For many, meeting needs is a matter of finding a balance.
Are Alternative Investments Right for You?
With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.
Behavioral Finance
An amusing and whimsical look at behavioral finance best practices for investors.
Top 5 Things to Tell Your Financial Pro
Here are the top 5 things your team may want to hear.
Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.