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.
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Rent vs Buy Calculator
Compare the long-term financial outcomes of renting versus buying a home.
The Power of 401k Catch-Ups
See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.
Problems with Probate
Probate can be a completely public process, or it can be managed to include as little information as possible.
First Year of Retirement: What to Expect
Understand the key financial and lifestyle shifts that happen in your first year of retirement.
Preparing for the Expected
You can plan ahead to protect yourself and your family against the financial consequences of deteriorating health.
A Meal for All Generations
When it comes to generational differences, knowing the facts can be difficult.
Social Security: Five Facts You Need to Know
Here are five facts about Social Security that are important to keep in mind.
Financial Aid for Students 101
Help your college-bound child explore scholarships, grants, and more with this article on paying for higher education.
Catch-Up Contributions
Workers 50+ may make contributions to their qualified retirement plans above the limits imposed on younger workers.
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Comparing Mortgage Terms
Compare different mortgage term lengths side by side to find the option that fits your budget.
What Is the Dividend Yield?
Calculate the dividend yield of a holding and see what that means for income over time.
Social Security Tax Estimator
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be subject to federal income tax.
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.
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Keeping Up with the Joneses
Lifestyle inflation can be the enemy of wealth building. What could happen if you invested instead of buying more stuff?
Dog Bites and Homeowners Insurance
Reviewing coverage options is just one thing responsible pet parents can do to help look out for their dogs.
When Special Care Is Needed: The Special Needs Trust
A special needs trust helps care for a special needs child when you’re gone.
When Do You Need a Will?
When do you need a will? The answer is easy: Right Now.
Estate Management 101
A will may be only one of the documents you need—and one factor to consider—when it comes to managing your estate.
Retirement and Quality of Life
Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.