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The financial services industry is always evolving and at Shum Financial Group, Inc. we have continued to evolve alongside it. As a Registered Investment Advisor, Shum Financial Group has crafted the firm around helping individuals plan for the future. Our decades of experience and fee-based structures allow us to serve our clients efficiently and effectively, and in the process, we often build lifelong relationships.
Our goal is to help clients develop a financial roadmap and feel confident with their investment strategy. By offering education and guidance from an experienced team, we seek to help clients pursue financial independence and provide clarity in their finances, with planning at our foundation. Contact us today to get started.
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Understanding Equity Compensation
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This article will help your clients with blended families think and prepare their estate strategy.
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When you take the time to learn more about how it works, you may be able to put the tax code to work for you.
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Find out how long it may take to pay off a credit card balance and what it costs in interest.
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Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
Historical Inflation
See how the purchasing power of a dollar has changed over time due to inflation.
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Use the Rule of 72 to estimate how long it takes your money to double at a given rate.
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Calculate your debt-to-income ratio to understand how lenders may view your financial health.
Lifetime of Earnings
Estimate how much you may earn over your working years based on your current income.
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There are three things to consider before dipping into retirement savings to pay for college.
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Learn about the importance of having an estate strategy in this helpful and informative video.
The Junk Drawer Approach to Investing
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Retirement and Quality of Life
Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.