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West Des Moines, IA 50266

Mike Hartwig

(515) 971-5786

 
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Your Financial Future

Today’s economic environment presents many challenges. But along with these challenges comes opportunities and potential rewards for those who can identify long-term trends.

Whether you’re facing retirement—or looking to better understand certain investment ideas—we can help you address your most pressing money questions.

Our first priority is your overall financial success. We want to learn more about your personal situation, identify your dreams and goals, and understand your tolerance for risk. Long-term relationships that encourage open and honest communication have been the cornerstone of my foundation of success.

Our site is filled with educational videos, articles, presentations, and calculators designed to help you learn more about the world of personal finance. As you search our website, send me a note regarding any questions you may have about any particular investment concepts or products. I willl get back to you quickly with a thoughtful answer.

Helpful Content

Overlooked ways to add diversity to your portfolio

Overlooked ways to add diversity to your portfolio

A diverse portfolio can be more than stocks and bonds.

Building a Solid Financial Foundation

Building a Solid Financial Foundation

Sustain financial well-being or create wealth through these actions.

The connection between gratitude and money

The connection between gratitude and money

Gratitude may play a part in the relationship between mental and financial wellness

 

Does Your Child Need to File an Income Tax Return?

When your child has income, there’s a good chance that he or she will need to report it and pay taxes.

Does Your Credit Score Affect Your Insurance Rates?

Your credit score may influence how much you pay for auto and home insurance.

3 essential steps to recover from identity theft

Here’s what to do if you fall victim to identity theft and tips for making it harder for fraudsters to steal your good name

Why should we consider life insurance?

Insurance isn’t always top of mind, but it can help protect you and give you confidence, so you can focus on your life.

A House Divided

By understanding a few key concepts during a divorce, you may be able to avoid common pitfalls.

Retirement planning during divorce

Here are some retirement strategies for life after divorce to help maintain your financial wellness.

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Charitable Giving: Smart from the Heart

Do you have causes that you want to support with donations?

Rightsizing for Retirement

What does your home really cost?

A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit

Taking your Social Security benefits at the right time may help maximize your benefit.

The Business Cycle

How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?

It Was the Best of Times, It Was the Worst of Times

All about how missing the best market days (or the worst!) might affect your portfolio.

The Power of Compound Interest

Learn how to harness the power of compound interest for your investments.

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