Welcome to the Bell Financial web site. Whether you are a client of our firm or a visitor, we are very pleased that you are here.
At Bell Financial we design, implement and maintain customized financial plans to help individuals, families and business owners attain their financial goals. We thoroughly assess and analyze your complete financial situation to ensure our strategy reflects your values, needs and long term aspirations.
You will find a number of useful articles under the Resources section of our website as well as newsletters, videos, a financial calculator and a glossary of financial terms we often use. Our advisers believe it is important for you to understand the financial concepts behind what they do which is why we have included this section just for you.
To our clients, you can have easy access to all of your accounts right here through our website.
We hope this 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 hope you take advantage of this website and use it as a resource and tool for all your financial needs.
Newsletters
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Municipal Bonds: A Tax-Advantaged Way to Put Capital to Work
Muni bonds and tax-exempt funds have long been a mainstay in the portfolios of income-focused investors who want to manage their tax burdens.
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Don’t Forget About Credit When Planning for Retirement
Credit may not be at the top of the list when it comes to retirement, but good credit can make a big difference for retirees. This article looks at some key factors that lenders consider.
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Much Ado About RMDs
This article provides an overview of the changes the SECURE 2.0 Act made and a brief explanation of how to calculate required minimum distributions from tax-advantaged retirement accounts.
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Bear Market Emotions: Strategy vs. Reaction
Staying disciplined in building a well-constructed portfolio over time can help carry investors through the market’s rough spots.
Calculators
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Retirement Plan Early Distribution
Estimate how much would remain after paying income taxes and penalties if you took an early distribution from a retirement plan.
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Roth IRA Conversion
This calculator can help you determine whether you should consider converting to a Roth IRA.
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Estate Taxes
Use this calculator to estimate the federal estate taxes that could be due on your estate after you die.
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IRA Eligibility
Use this calculator to determine whether you qualify for the different types of IRAs.