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6645 Delmonico Blvd., Suite 101
Colorado Springs, CO 80919

Phone:

719-266-5335

E-mail:

Don@InvestFPS.com

Partners: CHAD TIPPS, ChFC ~ and ~ DON LEANDER, CFP

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OVER 50 YEARS OF COMBINED INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL ADVICE

DIRECT OFFICE LINE:  (719) 266-5335 
 

"Call about our no-cost, no-obligation financial, retirement and investment planning consultations.  We specialize in broadly-diversified asset allocation strategies to help you better achieve your goals in every kind of market environment."
 

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We hope your visit will help you understand the opportunities and potential rewards that are available when you take a proactive approach to your personal financial situation. We have created this Web site to help you gain a better understanding of the financial concepts behind investing, retirement, tax strategies, estate planning, insurance and wealth preservation. Most important, we hope you see the value of working with a skilled professional - to help you reach your financial goals.

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Closed-End Funds May Offer Higher Income

Closed-end funds are considered to carry higher risk but may provide a higher income stream than traditional mutual funds holding similar securities.

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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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Is Your Dream Kitchen a Good Investment?

Considering the potential return on investment before taking on home improvement projects can help homeowners make cost-effective decisions.

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Be Storm Smart: How to Prepare for Extreme Weather

More than a quarter of U.S. homes are exposed to severe or extreme weather risk. While homeowners can't control the forecast, they can take proactive steps to prepare.

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Mortgage Refinancing

Determine whether you should consider refinancing your mortgage.

Disability Income Insurance

How much Disability Income Insurance do you need?

IRA Eligibility

Use this calculator to determine whether you qualify for the different types of IRAs.

Cash Flow Analysis

This Cash Flow Analysis form will help you weigh your income vs. your expenses.

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