Understanding Today's Financial Environment
Welcome, I’m Tony Mauro, President of the Tax Doctor, a financial advisor in Des Moines, IA. We understand that individuals face unique challenges as they prepare for retirement. We can help take the mystery out of preparing for today and tomorrow. Whether your goal is preparing for retirement, college savings, or estate strategy, our personalized service focuses on your needs, wants, and financial goals and objectives.
Our professionals have years of experience in financial services. we can help you address your needs of today and for many years to come. We look forward to working with you through all stages of your life.
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Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
This calculator compares the financial impact of leasing versus buying an automobile.
Saving for Retirement
This calculator can help you estimate how much you may need to save for retirement.
Spotting Credit Trouble
The wise use of credit is a critical skill. These 10 questions will help you assess your skill level.
Three Key Questions to Answer Before Taking Social Security
When to start? Should I continue to work? How can I maximize my benefit?
The Pre-Retirement Checklist
This checklist can give you a quick snapshot of how prepared you are.
Earnings for All Seasons
Earnings season can move markets. What is it and why is it important?
The Financial Literacy Crisis
Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.
3 Estate Challenges for Blended Families
If you’ve been re-married or divorced, these family structures may present some unique challenges. This article will help your clients with blended families think and prepare their estate strategy.
Are You Ready for Your Portfolio to Make a Difference?
Learn about the rise of Impact Investing and how it may benefit you.
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Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Use this calculator to estimate your capital gains tax.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
Federal Income Tax
Use this calculator to estimate your income tax liability along with average and marginal tax rates.
Contributing to an IRA?
Determine if you are eligible to contribute to a traditional or Roth IRA.
Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Use this calculator to compare the future value of investments with different tax consequences.
Can I Refinance My Mortgage?
This calculator can help determine whether it makes sense to refinance your mortgage.
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5 Smart Investing Strategies
There are some smart strategies that may help you pursue your investment objectives
Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
5 Smart Investing Principles
Principles that can help create a portfolio designed to pursue investment goals.
Investment Strategies for Retirement
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.
Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
Protecting Those Who Matter Most
The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
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The Cycle of Investing
Understanding the cycle of investing may help you avoid easy pitfalls.
Stay Safe with a B.O.P. At Your Back
Learn about the advantages of Business Owner Policies with this highly educational and fun animated video.
Exit Strategies of the Rich and Famous
Estate conservation is too important to put off. Do you have a smart exit strategy?
Are Alternative Investments Right for You?
With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.
Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot
There are a few things to consider when buying or leasing your next vehicle.
Don't Buy The Hype
There are a lot of misconceptions about Social Security. Here’s the truth about three of them.