Welcome to Green Valley Financial
"Our belief is that the greatest objectives in life are usually obtained by simple means and the exercise of ordinary qualities. These may for the most part be summed up in these two: common sense and perseverance." - Owen Feltham
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Diversification, Patience, and Consistency
Three important factors when it comes to your financial life.
Inflation & Retirement
See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.
The Cycle of Investing
Understanding the cycle of investing may help you avoid easy pitfalls.
The Economic Journey of Your Morning Coffee
Few contemplate the complex journey that brought their coffee from farm to kitchen table.
And the Executor Is
The right executor may help ensure the distribution of your assets is done with as little upheaval as possible.
The Investment Risk No One’s Ever Heard Of
You face a risk for which the market does not compensate you, that can not be easily reduced through diversification.
A Taxing Story: Capital Gains and Losses
Understanding how capital gains are taxed may help you refine your investment strategies.
Financial Aid for Students 101
Help your college-bound child explore scholarships, grants, and more with this article on paying for higher education.
The ABC’s of Auto Insurance
What kind of auto insurance should you have? Do you know?
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Rent vs Buy Calculator
Compare the long-term financial outcomes of renting versus buying a home.
Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Compare how the same contribution grows differently in taxable versus tax-deferred accounts.
Student Loan Payoff Calculator: Extra Payments Can Save You
See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.
The Power of Interest - How Long Will it take My Money to Do
Use the Rule of 72 to estimate how long it takes your money to double at a given rate.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
Historical Inflation
See how the purchasing power of a dollar has changed over time due to inflation.
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Should You Ever Retire?
A growing number of Americans are pushing back the age at which they plan to retire. Or deciding not to retire at all.
An Arm and a Leg
A visit to the hospital can be painful, for both your body and your wallet. Don't let it be more painful than it has to be.
Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?
Dog Bites and Homeowners Insurance
Reviewing coverage options is just one thing responsible pet parents can do to help look out for their dogs.
Dreaming Up an Active Retirement
When you retire, how will you treat your next chapter?
Should You Tap Retirement Savings to Fund College?
There are three things to consider before dipping into retirement savings to pay for college.