Brooks Financial Services, LLC is a full-service financial management company ranging from investment and retirement planning to risk management and estate conservation.
Good financial decisions don't have to be confusing. For more than 25 years I have assisted individuals, families, and small businesses achieve their financial goals.
Whether you’re just getting started, planning for college or changing jobs, I develop a comprehensive, cohesive financial strategy that fits your unique needs and enables you to meet both short- and long-term objectives.
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Global vs. International: What’s The Difference?
International funds invest in non-U.S. markets, while global funds may invest in U.S. stocks alongside non-U.S. stocks.
Investments
You’ve made investments your whole life. Work with us to help make the most of them.
Pullbacks, Corrections, and Bear Markets
Clearing up confusion from the economic downturn following COVID-19 and how it might affect your financial strategy.
An Overview of Renter’s Insurance
Don’t overlook the need for renter’s insurance if you rent your home.
Global vs. International: What’s The Difference?
International funds invest in non-U.S. markets, while global funds may invest in U.S. stocks alongside non-U.S. stocks.
The Financial Literacy Crisis
Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.
The Investment Risk No One’s Ever Heard Of
You face a risk for which the market does not compensate you, that can not be easily reduced through diversification.
Investing with Your Heart
For some, the social impact of investing is just as important as the return, perhaps more important.
Insuring Your Business With a Buy/Sell Agreement
It may help your business be better prepared in the event of the death of a principal or key employee.
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Inflation & Retirement
Estimate how much income may be needed at retirement to maintain your standard of living.
Comparing Investments
This calculator compares the net gain of a taxable investment versus a tax-favored one.
Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
This calculator compares the financial impact of leasing versus buying an automobile.
Social Security Taxes
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be considered taxable.
Long-Term-Care Needs
Determine your potential long-term care needs and how long your current assets might last.
What Is My Current Cash Flow?
Assess whether you are running “in the black” or “in the red” each month.
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Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
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.
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Inflation and Your Portfolio
Even low inflation rates can pose a threat to investment returns.
The Facts About Income Tax
Millions faithfully file their 1040 forms each April. But some things about federal income taxes may surprise you.
Acres of Diamonds
In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.
When Do You Need a Will?
When do you need a will? The answer is easy: Right Now.
Jane Bond: Infiltrating the Market
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, cracking the code on bonds.
Don't Buy The Hype
There are a lot of misconceptions about Social Security. Here’s the truth about three of them.