Welcome to Holmes and Associates Financial Services!
Karen Holmes, |
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Value Proposition
Our objective is to serve individuals and small business owners for whom we provide tax optimized wealth creation, wealth preservation, and sustainable retirement income solutions and implementation.
We strive to understand your goals and objectives, and to maintain an environment of open and regular communication.
Our customized wealth management strategies are designed to help provide confidence and freedom to pursue your passion or life purpose!
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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Time to Bulk Up Your Emergency Fund
A financial crisis can strike when least expected, so it’s important to have a sufficient emergency fund. This article offers some suggestions to help increase a fund before it’s needed.
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Why the EPA is Focusing on “Forever” Chemicals
In March 2023, the Environmental Protection Agency proposed the first federal limits for six types of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, in public drinking water.
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New RMD Rules Give Retirement Savings More Time to Grow
This article explains the rules for required minimum distribution from tax-deferred retirement accounts with an emphasis on the new provisions of the SECURE 2.0 Act.
Calculators
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Cost of Retirement
Use this calculator to estimate how much income and savings you may need in retirement.
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Mortgage Refinancing
Determine whether you should consider refinancing your mortgage.
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College Funding
Use this calculator to estimate the cost of your child’s education, based on the variables you input.