Understanding Today's Financial Environment
Welcome, we are DS Financial Strategies, a financial services firm in Yardley, PA. We understand that individuals face unique challenges as they build wealth and plan for the future. We can help take the mystery out of preparing for today and tomorrow. Whether your goal is preparing for retirement, saving for college, or managing your estate, our personalized service focuses on your needs, wants, and financial goals and objectives.
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Saving for College 101
Here’s a crash course on saving for college.
Global and International Funds
Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?
Six Most Overlooked Tax Deductions
Six overlooked tax deductions to help manage your tax bill.
Understanding the Alternate Valuation Date
Executors can value the estate on the date of death, or on its six-month anniversary —the “Alternate Valuation Date."
The Lowdown on Those Free Credit Scores
What’s the deal with your yearly free credit report?
A Cheat Sheet for Sending Your Kid to College
Dropping off your son or daughter is loaded with emotions; here are a few tips for a smoother experience.
You Would Rather Be...
Are you a thrill seeker, or content to relax in the backyard? Use this flowchart to find out more about your risk tolerance.
Social Security Benefits: How Much Will I Receive
Calculating your potential Social Security benefit is a three-step process.
Where Will Your Retirement Money Come From?
Retirement income may come from a variety of sources. Here's an overview of the six main sources.
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What Is My Current Net Worth?
Use this calculator to estimate your net worth by adding up your assets and subtracting your liabilities.
Estimate Your RMD
Help determine the required minimum distribution from an IRA or other qualified retirement plan.
Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Use this calculator to compare the future value of investments with different tax consequences.
Paying Off a Credit Card
Enter various payment options and determine how long it may take to pay off a credit card.
A Look at Systematic Withdrawals
This calculator may help you estimate how long funds may last given regular withdrawals.
My Retirement Savings
Estimate how long your retirement savings may last using various monthly cash flow rates.
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Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
5 Smart Investing Principles
Principles that can help create a portfolio designed to pursue investment goals.
An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
Investment Strategies for Retirement
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.
Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
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When Do You Need a Will?
When do you need a will? The answer is easy: Right Now.
Retiring the 4% Rule
A portfolio created with your long-term objectives in mind is crucial as you pursue your dream retirement.
What Smart Investors Know
Smart investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.
Ready for Retirement?
Are you ready for retirement? Here are five words you should consider.
Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?
It May Be Time for a Financial Checkup
It’s never a bad time to speak with your financial advisor about changes in your situation.