Your Financial Success. That’s The Plan!
At Tufford~Hughes & Associates, we believe that creating a customized financial plan and strategy is the only way to help build a strong foundation to reach your goals. We first take the time to truly understand you, your values and objectives. It is only then that we will begin to utilize a diverse portfolio of resources to better suit your unique situation and craft an individualized game plan. And then our professionals provide ongoing advice to help keep your plan on course. It’s the Tufford~Hughes way – and it’s the personalized way that we’ve been working with clients since 1972.
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The Rule of 72
Do you know how long it may take for your investments to double in value? The Rule of 72 is a quick way to figure it out.
To choose a plan, it’s important to ask yourself four key questions.
Saving Early & Letting Time Work for You
See how starting early—not saving more—can be the most powerful move you make for your long-term future.
Understanding Equity Compensation
Net Unrealized Appreciation and how it affects tax responsibilities.
Starting a Roth IRA for a Teen
This early financial decision could prove helpful over time.
Three Key Questions to Answer Before Taking Social Security
When to start? Should I continue to work? How can I maximize my benefit?
The Big Pause
This handy interactive explains which essential government services are affected by a shutdown.
Rebalancing Your Portfolio
Over time, different investments' performances can shift a portfolio’s intent and risk profile. Rebalancing may be critical.
Social Security: The Elephant in the Room
Some people wonder if Social Security will remain financially sound enough to pay the benefits they are owed.
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Inflation & Retirement
See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
Student Loan Refinance Calculator
Compare your current student loan terms to a potential refinance to see if it makes sense.
College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
How Long Will My Savings Last If I Become Disabled?
See how long your current savings might last if a disability interrupted your income.
Comparing Investments
Compare two different scenarios side by side to see how they stack up over time.
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The Power of Tax-Deferred Growth
Why are 401(k) plans, annuities, and IRAs so popular?
When Special Care Is Needed: The Special Needs Trust
A special needs trust helps care for a special needs child when you’re gone.
What Smart Investors Know
Savvy investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.
It Was the Best of Times, It Was the Worst of Times
All about how missing the best market days (or the worst!) might affect your portfolio.
Should You Invest in Exchange Traded Funds?
There are thousands of ETFs available. Should you invest in them?
Safeguard Your Digital Estate
If you died, what would happen to your email archives, social profiles and online accounts?