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Welcome, we're Macdonald Financial Services, a financial consulting firm in Loveland, CO. As experienced financial advisors and investment consultants, we understand that individuals face unique challenges when it comes to investment planning in preparation for retirement.We can help take the mystery out of preparing for today and tomorrow. Whether your goal is preparing for retirement, college savings, or estate strategy, our personalized financial planning services focus on your needs, wants, and financial goals and objectives.
Our professionals have over 40 combined years of experience in financial services. A financial advisor can help you address your needs of today and for many years to come. We look forward to working with you through all stages of your life.
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Rebalancing Your Portfolio
Over time, different investments' performances can shift a portfolio’s intent and risk profile. Rebalancing may be critical.
A Cheat Sheet for Sending Your Kid to College
Dropping off your son or daughter is loaded with emotions; here are a few tips for a smoother experience.
Choosing a Mortgage
Selecting a mortgage isn't an easy process. Get a better understanding of how professionals make the right decisions.
The Five Basics of Financial Literacy
How literate are you when it comes to your finances? Brush up with these five basics.
Traditional vs. Roth IRA
One or the other? Perhaps both traditional and Roth IRAs can play a part in your retirement plans.
Is Term Life Insurance for You?
Term insurance is the simplest form of life insurance. Here's how it works.
When Life Insurance Becomes Taxable
Life insurance proceeds are generally tax-free. But not in all cases.
Four Reasons Millennials Need an Estate Strategy
Estate strategies for millennials may sound like less of a concern than retirement, but young adults should prepare now.
Systematic Withdrawals in Retirement
Taking regular, periodic withdrawals during retirement can be quite problematic.
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How Much Home Can I Afford?
With a few simple inputs you can estimate how much of a mortgage you may be able to obtain.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Use this calculator to compare the future value of investments with different tax consequences.
Comparing Investments
This calculator compares the net gain of a taxable investment versus a tax-favored one.
Impact of Taxes and Inflation
Estimate the potential impact taxes and inflation can have on the purchasing power of an investment.
Long-Term-Care Needs
Determine your potential long-term care needs and how long your current assets might last.
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Tax Management Strategies
Learn more about taxes, tax-favored investing, and tax strategies.
An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
5 Smart Investing Strategies
There are some smart strategies that may help you pursue your investment objectives
Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
5 Smart Investing Principles
Principles that can help create a portfolio designed to pursue investment goals.
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18 Years Worth of Days
The average retirement lasts for 18 years. Are you prepared to fill that many days?
Ready for Retirement?
Are you ready for retirement? Here are five words you should consider.
Should You Invest in Exchange Traded Funds?
There are hundreds of ETFs available. Should you invest in them?
The Power of Compound Interest
Learn how to harness the power of compound interest for your investments.
A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit
Taking your Social Security benefits at the right time may help maximize your benefit.
Surprise! You’ve Got Money!
Here’s a quick guide to checking to see if you have unclaimed money.