Your Financial Future
Today’s economic environment presents many challenges. But along with these challenges comes opportunities and potential rewards for those who can identify long-term trends.
Whether you’re facing retirement—or looking to better understand certain investment ideas—we can help you address your most pressing money questions.
Our first priority is your overall financial success. We want to learn more about your personal situation, identify your dreams and goals, and understand your tolerance for risk. Long-term relationships that encourage open and honest communication have been the cornerstone of my foundation of success.
Our site is filled with educational videos, articles, presentations, and calculators designed to help you learn more about the world of personal finance. As you search my website, send me a note regarding any questions you may have about any particular investment concepts or products. We'll get back to you quickly with a thoughtful answer.
These services are offered by Judith Shonnard through her affiliation with Avantax.
Helpful Content
A House Divided
By understanding a few key concepts during a divorce, you may be able to avoid common pitfalls.
Lifetime of Earnings
Estimate how much you may earn over your working years based on your current income.
Monthly Memberships
A look as how autopay subscriptions can be a drain on your finances, especially when forgotten.
Separating the Signal From the Noise
A good professional provides important guidance and insight through the years.
Emotional vs. Strategic Decisions
Information vs. instinct. Are your choices based on evidence of emotion?
Intellectual Property Rocks in a New Digital Era
Intellectual property ownership and its implications for ordinary people and estates.
Keeping Good Records is Good Business
Maintaining good records for your business not only helps to meet your tax and legal obligations, but it can save you money.
Red Flags for Tax Auditors
Here are six flags that may make your tax return prime for an IRS audit.
How the Federal Reserve Works
Each day, the Fed is behind the scenes supporting the economy and providing services to the U.S. financial system.
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Historical Inflation
See how the purchasing power of a dollar has changed over time due to inflation.
Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Compare how the same contribution grows differently in taxable versus tax-deferred accounts.
The Power of Interest - How Long Will it take My Money to Do
Use the Rule of 72 to estimate how long it takes your money to double at a given rate.
Debt vs. Investment
Weigh the potential outcomes of paying off debt versus directing those dollars elsewhere.
Student Loan Payoff Calculator: Extra Payments Can Save You
See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.
Bi-Weekly Mortgage Payments
See how switching to bi-weekly mortgage payments could reduce interest and shorten your loan.
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Retirement Plan Detectives
Watch this fun video for tips on how to search for missing money.
Choosing a Mortgage
Selecting a mortgage isn't an easy process. Get a better understanding of how professionals make the right decisions.
Stay Safe with a Business Owner's Policy
Learn the advantages of Business Owner's Policies with this highly educational and fun animated video.
How Cash Apps Work
Peer-to-peer payment apps are one of the newest ways to send money.
The Long Run: Women and Retirement
For women, retirement strategy is a long race. It’s helpful to know the route.