Five Rivers Financial Advisors, LLC

Registered Investment Advisor


At Five Rivers Financial Advisors we recognize that each of our clients have their own unique financial goals and concerns. We also recognize that the best client is an educated client. Our objective is to help you understand and establish the best plan for you to attain your goals. We hope that your visit will help you to understand the opportunities and potential rewards that are available when you take a proactive approach to your personal financial situation. We have created this Web site to aide you in gaining  a better understanding of the financial concepts behind  investing, retirement, estate planning, wealth preservation and insurance,. Most important, we hope that you see the value of working with skilled professionals to pursue your financial goals.

We’re here to help you understand the basic concepts of financial management; to help you learn more about who we are; and to give you fast, easy access to market performance data. We hope you take advantage of this resource and visit us often. Be sure to add our site to your list of "favorites" in your Internet browser. We frequently update our information, and we wouldn’t want you to miss any developments in the area of personal finance.
Calculators

Federal Income Tax

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Car Affordability

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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.

IRA Eligibility

Use this calculator to determine whether you qualify for the different types of IRAs.

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Newsletters

Finding a Good Time to Invest

When a prominent stock market index closes above an important threshold, many investors who have been sitting on the sidelines may see it as good time to invest, but they may have missed a significant part of the rally. Waiting for the "right" moment to invest could prove to be a costly and ineffective strategy.

Earning Income from Mutual Funds

More than half of working Americans are concerned that they may not have enough money to live comfortably during retirement. Although mutual funds are often thought of as a tool to build savings, they can also be used to generate income. This article examines the potential income benefits of bond funds, equity or stock income funds, and hybrid funds.

HOT TOPIC: Looking Ahead in 2012

2011 was a year of slow economic recovery, market volatility, and political conflict over the budget, the national debt, and taxes. All of these challenges continue to face us as we begin the new year. This article presents an overview of some of the issues that bear watching in 2012.

Managing Cash When Interest Rates Are Low

It's generally a good idea to keep three to six months of income in an emergency fund, but where should cash be kept when interest rates are low? This article discusses the advantages and disadvantages of savings accounts, certificates of deposit, and money market funds.

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