Today’s investment climate offers unprecedented opportunities. At Blanton Financial Group, our mission is to help clients take advantage of those opportunities by providing them with three key tools.
A clear understanding of their financial goals.
A well-defined roadmap for achieving those goals.
Ongoing advice to help adjust their roadmap when their needs change.
Our services cover all areas of financial management, from investment and retirement planning to risk management and estate conservation. We specialize in helping our clients develop a comprehensive, cohesive financial strategy that fits their unique needs and enables them to meet both short- and long-term objectives. On our Web site, you’ll find valuable information for evaluating your current position and progress toward financial goals. We offer educational articles that outline financial concepts and highlight products designed to fill the gaps in your financial strategy. You’ll also find calculators that will help you assess your current and future needs. Please remember to visit our Web site often. This educational material is updated frequently, as is our calendar of events, which lists upcoming financial workshops that you may want to attend.
For help with your financial management, or for more information on Blanton Financial Group, click on Contact Us, drop us an e-mail message or call us at 843.654.7400.
Newsletters
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Bond Yields Are Up, but What Are the Risks?
After years of low yields, bonds are offering higher yields that may be appealing to investors regardless of their risk tolerance. This article provides an overview of bond risks.
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Child Care Is a Budget Buster: Take Advantage of These Tax Breaks
A tax credit and/or dependent-care flexible spending account might help offset some of the costs paid for a nanny, babysitter, day care, preschool, or day camp.
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HOT TOPIC: What’s Happening in the World of Higher Education?
This article covers the decline in college enrollment, recent developments in student debt and financial aid, and tips for making cost-effective decisions.
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HOT TOPIC: International Investing: The Diverging Fortunes of China and Japan
Investing Internationally can help increase portfolio diversification and provide access to opportunities that may differ from those in the United States.
Calculators
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Mortgage Acceleration
This calculator can help you determine how soon you can pay off your mortgage.
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Estate Taxes
Use this calculator to estimate the federal estate taxes that could be due on your estate after you die.
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Cash Flow Analysis
This Cash Flow Analysis form will help you weigh your income vs. your expenses.
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Life Expectancy
Knowing your likely life expectancy is an important factor in making long-term financial plans.