Financially Yours Advisory Services

As a financial planner, I strive for a collaborative process that produces a deep long-lasting relationship over a broad range of financial needs.  Therefore, my mission is to help clients take advantage of those opportunities by providing them with three key tools:

1. A clear understanding of their goals
2. A well-defined road map to help achieve those goals
3. Ongoing personalized advice to adjust their roadmap when needs change

I cover many areas of financial services, from investment and retirement planning to risk management and estate conservation. As an independent financial planner, I offer services that are designed to lower overall risk and help increase your assets by using various resources and strategies while striving to deliver a high level of service and expertise.

Please visit this site often, since the content is constantly changing.  Remember that most people do not plan to fail, but rather fail to plan, so contact me today to take the first step toward planning for your financial future.

Financially Yours,
Donna Lea
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (TM)


 
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Roth IRA Conversion Mistakes Can Be Costly

One popular way to fund a Roth IRA is by transferring assets from a traditional IRA or an employer-sponsored retirement plan. This type of transaction, called a Roth IRA conversion, is simple in theory but can be complicated in practice. If you make certain mistakes, you could lose some key advantages.

Why Realistic Expectations May Be Great

Although positive thinking can be powerful, there's a fine line between optimism and unrealistic expectations. There are possible pitfalls when overestimating how a portfolio will perform.

Favorable Dividend and Capital Gains Tax Rates Extended—for Now

The 2010 Tax Relief Act extended the 15% maximum tax rates on qualified dividends and long-term capital gains through December 31, 2012. But without further legislation, dividends will be taxed at ordinary income tax rates and capital gains tax rates will return to 20% (23.8% for investors in the two highest tax brackets) in 2013.

Understanding the Appeal of Mutual Funds for High-Income Households

Mutual fund ownership increases directly with household income. In fact, 81% of households with incomes of $200,000 or more own mutual funds. What is it about mutual funds that attracts affluent investors?

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