Prospera Financial Services

Harlan T. (Tra) Cardwell III, CFP®

Welcome to Cardwell & Associates Web site.  My company believes that good financial decisions don't have to be confusing.  I can provide simple, proven techniques that can help you make the most of your money and help achieve more of your financial goals.

This site will not only introduce you to my company philosophy and services, but it will also offer a wealth of educational materials, articles, newsletters, calculators, and other tools -- all designed to keep you up-to-date on financial issues, strategies, and trends.  This educational material is updated frequently, as is our calendar of events, which lists upcoming finanical workshops that you may want to attend.

If you have any questions or want to schedule a complimentary meeting to discuss your specific questions, you can e-mail me at tra.cardwell@prosperafinancial.com or call (940) 552-0331.
Calculators

Life Expectancy

Knowing your likely life expectancy is an important factor in making long-term financial plans.

Financial IQ Test

Take this quick quiz to find out your Financial IQ

Taxable Equivalent Yield

Calculate the rate of return you would have to receive from a taxable investment to realize an equivalent tax-exempt yield.

Credit Card Debt

How Long Will It Take to Pay my Balance?

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Newsletters

Settling on a Salary

As a company's profit situation improves, business owners may be in a position to decide whether to take home a larger salary or use more of the proceeds to invest for the future. This article discusses the possibility of choosing a business-owner salary that allows for other benefits, such as building the business, saving more for retirement, and adding employee benefits.

Bring Your Life Insurance Home From Work

Only 44% of American households have individual life insurance, a 50-year low. Many workers have life insurance as an employee benefit, however relying on a group policy could mean that coverage ends should a worker's job situation change. This article examines the benefits of term individual insurance and permanent life insurance.

The Financial State of the States

Many state and local governments have struggled with lower tax receipts and large budget deficits — during and after the recession. This article offers a closer look at the financial pressures facing the states and how the methods used to address budget shortfalls could ultimately serve as a drag on the national economy.

GDP: Measuring the Economy

It's likely you've heard a lot about the gross domestic product (GDP) if you follow the news. But what is its impact on the national economy and how has the Great Recession impacted the GDP? This primer explains the numbers behind the GDP and what it ultimately tells us about the economic health of the nation.

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