Christopher D. Seiple CLU, ChFC
In our exceedingly busy lives, they say you only get 30 seconds at most to make a first impression...
Thank you for taking one of your moments to visit my website - offering a few pages of introductory information and some valuable financial resources which may offer you some general information on a broad variety of financial topics.
At the end of the day, we are all looking for relationships that make us feel comfortable. We appreciate honest information that adds value and enhances our ability to make decisions in our busy lives. Whether you are planning for the short term and current needs, or the long term to create a legacy that respects your discipline and priorities - perhaps you will consider developing a relationship with this independent financial advisor who provides personal feedback and advice, and will help support your long term plan.
Thank you for being here. I appreciate any feedback, and of course, your valuable time and consideration.
Newsletters
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Leave a Lasting Gift with an Ethical Will
An ethical will, also called a legacy letter, can tell a personal story and communicate beliefs and life lessons to family, friends, or community.
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Do You Have These Key Estate Planning Documents?
This article provides an overview of four estate planning documents that almost everyone should have: a durable power of attorney, a medical directive, a will, and a letter of instruction.
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SECURE 2.0 Makes It Easier to Give and Receive
The SECURE 2.0 Act modified the rules for qualified charitable distributions to allow funding a charitable gift annuity or charitable remainder trust from an IRA.
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Child Care Is a Budget Buster: Take Advantage of These Tax Breaks
A tax credit and/or dependent-care flexible spending account might help offset some of the costs paid for a nanny, babysitter, day care, preschool, or day camp.
Calculators
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Required Minimum Distributions
Estimate the annual required distribution from your traditional IRA or former employer's retirement plan after you turn age 73.
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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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Roth IRA Conversion
This calculator can help you determine whether you should consider converting to a Roth IRA.