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Michael J. Cowles, CLU®, CFP®, AIF®
Our Team
No needs are more important than your own. We pride ourselves in making your needs and goals, our own. We don't simply work for you. We work with you to understand who you are as an individual and as an investor. Our mission is to help you to define your financial objectives, and then use that knowledge to develop — together — a plan that is tailored to fit your unique needs and preferences, and is in your best interest. We’re proud to offer comprehensive financial planning resources, providing you access to education, advice, planning, and consultation.
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What We Do
No matter where you are in life – we’re here for you through every step of your financial journey.
Virtual Meetings
Virtual Meetings
Business Retirement Plans
We are committed to working with your organization to deliver innovative, results-oriented strategies. Our step-by-step process has been developed to help you reach your goal of offering a well-designed plan, with high-level service, that helps your valued employees achieve financial security.
College Saving and Funding Plans
As the price of education continues to rise, affording the cost of college requires a customized plan to meet your funding needs, while balancing other expenses and goals.
Events
Check out information on upcoming and past events we’re pleased to offer you, virtually and/or in person, on a variety of topics.
Recent Updates
Stay up-to-date and in-the know about every aspect of your financial picture.
October 01, 2024
Estate Planning for Procrastinators
While you cannot predict serious illness or accidents, for your peace of mind now and your family's financial future, be prepared in advance with proper estate planning.
September 11, 2024
The Washington Update
Year-End Planning & Election Update with Jeff Bush.
Join our exclusive virtual seminar!
Political and financial correspondent Jeff Bush of The Washington Update will provide a nonpartisan analysis of what’s going on in Washington, the potential implications of the presidential election, and planning strategies that can help you keep your financial goals on track.
Only those who register and attend can access the post-event recording, so don’t miss out!
Research & Insights
Access our latest research and insights covering market news, financial planning topics, and more.
October Investment Perspectives
We take a closer look at economic activity in China, the potential changes to tax exemptions and what that might mean for munis, and how earnings expectations drive stock prices.
Status and Investment Implications of Infrastructure, Clean Energy, and Semiconductor Spending Acts
In this special report, our Investment Strategy Groups discusses the investment impacts of recent major government spending initiatives.
Here’s What You Can Do to Prevent Check Fraud
Instances of check fraud are on the rise in the U.S. Here are some best practices to help you avoid becoming a victim.
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