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Stephen C. Lawler and the Lawler Financial team of professionals can work for you to address your unique comprehensive financial life. Lawler Financial is an industry leader with expertise in wealth management and innovative comprehensive independent financial planning in our client's best interests.
Our priority is a solid foundation for clients and their overall financial success. We want to learn more about one’s personal situation, identify dreams and goals, and develop strategies to pursue them. Long-term client relationships that encourage and promote communication have been the cornerstone of our foundation of success for over 30 years.
Lawler Financial provides investment consulting services and a customized wealth management process including efficient solutions for individuals, households, families, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and business entities. Our suite of services includes retirement planning, investments, insurance, tax planning, risk management, estate planning, cash flow analysis, education funding, and employee benefits.
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6 Habits to Help Preserve and Encourage Generational Wealth
Six essential financial habits to protect wealth and create a legacy that lasts for generations.
Federal Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Estimate your potential federal capital gains tax liability on the sale of an asset.
Inflation & Retirement
See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.
What Is a 1035 Exchange?
1035 exchanges provide a way to trade-in an annuity contract or life insurance policy without triggering a tax liability.
The Most Overlooked Item of Any Home Improvement
The item most homeowners forget on their home improvement project checklist is insurance.
Eight Mistakes That Can Upend Your Retirement
There are common mistakes you can avoid when saving for retirement.
Fallen Tree Damage—Who Pays?
Your liability for damages that occur when a tree on your property falls on your neighbor’s property is not clear cut.
The Financial Literacy Crisis
Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.
Building Your Legacy
A four-step framework for building a personal legacy.
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Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
Compare the true costs of buying versus leasing a vehicle to find the better fit for you.
How Much Home Can I Afford?
Estimate how much home may fit within your budget based on income and expenses.
Emergency Fund Calculator
Find out how large your emergency fund should be based on your monthly expenses.
The Power of 401k Catch-Ups
See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.
What's Your MPG?
Calculate your vehicle's fuel efficiency and see what you're spending on gas annually.
My Retirement Savings
See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.
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Are Alternative Investments Right for You?
With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.
Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job
This video explores what to do with retirement accounts when you move on from your job.
Global and International Funds
Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?
The Wild West of Data Theft
Learn about cyber liability insurance in this entertaining video.
Extended Care: A Patchwork of Possibilities
What is your plan for health care during retirement?
What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet
Ever lost your wallet? Frustrating. Here’s what you can do to keep yourself safe.