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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Key Retirement and Tax Numbers for 2026
This article provides 2026 contribution limits for retirement plans and various tax deduction, exclusion, exemption, and threshold amounts.
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HOT TOPIC: The Shutdown is Over: What Now?
The longest government shutdown in U.S. history ended on November 12, 2025. This article looks at the bill that ended the shutdown, issues that are unresolved, and estimates of the economic impact.
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REITs Offer Income and Diversification
Most broad stock funds contain real estate investment trusts (REITs), but for a more strategic approach, investors can choose from a variety of REIT funds and individual REITs.
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Avoiding Probate with a TOD Deed and TOD Account
In many states, a transfer-on-death (TOD) deed and/or account can help avoid probate without the cost and complexity of a trust.
Calculators
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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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Long-Term Care Self Insurance
Will you be able to afford nursing home care?
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Mortgage Acceleration
This calculator can help you determine how soon you can pay off your mortgage.
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Retirement Portfolio Lifespan
How Long Will Your Funds Last?