Broker Check

7001 Westown Parkway
Suite 240
West Des Moines, IA 50266

Mike Hartwig

(515) 971-5786

 
Retirement Accounts When You Change Your Job 18 Years Worth of Days How to Bake a Pie-R-A Preparation is the Key to Retirement

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

Updating your insurance after divorce

Updating your insurance after divorce

If you are going through a divorce, here are some steps to take to help ensure that you’re properly protected by insurance. 

3 essential steps to recover from identity theft 

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

How women can help boost financial confidence

How women can help boost financial confidence

Women add to the financial well-being of their family in many ways, but they may not always protect these contributions.

 

A love story of financial well-being

Hear from Guardian clients Ed and Mary Ann - A love story of financial well-being

Retirement, redefined: When work becomes optional

Retirement is evolving into something more flexible, more personal, and more intentional.

Starting a Roth IRA for a Teen

This early financial decision could prove helpful over time.

Financial tips for women business owners of color

Five important financial considerations to help minority women proprietors set their businesses up for success

Credit Card Debt

We share tips to manage high-interest credit

A Checklist for When a Spouse or Parent Passes

An overview of some fundamental steps when a loved one passes.

View all articles arrow

Estate Management 101

A will may be only one of the documents you need—and one factor to consider—when it comes to managing your estate.

Preparation is the Key to Retirement

The simplest ideas can sometimes make a massive difference over time. Enjoy this brief video to learn more.

A Fruitful Retirement: Social Security Benefit

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

Safeguard Your Digital Estate

If you died, what would happen to your email archives, social profiles and online accounts?

Tuning Your Social Security Benefit

When should you take your Social Security benefit?

Retirement and Quality of Life

Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.

View all videos arrow