Wealth Management & Financial Solutions
Welcome to Allen Financial. Thanks for visiting our website. We are located in Grinnell, Iowa with Doug Allen as a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER TM professional and Susie Edelen as the office manager. We are registered/ licensed to do business throughout the United States.
We can work directly with you on retirement planning, IRA rollovers and financial planning.
Securities and insurance products offered are: Not Insured by FDIC or any Federal Government Agency May Lose Value No Bank Guarantee
Newsletters
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Trusts — Not Just for Estate Taxes
In the past, trusts were often used to avoid estate taxes, but that purpose has become less important for most people with current high exemption amounts. However, a properly constructed trust can serve many other purposes for families of more modest means.
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Don’t Forget About Credit When Planning for Retirement
Credit may not be at the top of the list when it comes to retirement, but good credit can make a big difference for retirees. This article looks at some key factors that lenders consider.
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Retiring in a Down Market? Don’t Panic
Market volatility makes most investors nervous, but a big downturn can be especially disturbing to those who are approaching retirement or newly retired. This article presents three fundamental concepts that may help investors keep market movements in perspective and maintain their focus on long-term goals.
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It’s Your Money: Why Not Get Your Withholding Right?
Did you owe money at tax time or receive a large refund? This article discusses the types of situations in which taxpayers should consider adjusting their withholding.
Calculators
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Home Affordability
Estimate of the maximum amount of financing you can expect to get when you begin house hunting.
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IRA Eligibility
Use this calculator to determine whether you qualify for the different types of IRAs.
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Roth IRA Conversion
This calculator can help you determine whether you should consider converting to a Roth IRA.