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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

Retirement Income and the Traditional Portfolio

Retirement Income and the Traditional Portfolio

Experiencing negative returns early in retirement can potentially undermine the sustainability of your assets.

What Do Your Taxes Pay For?

What Do Your Taxes Pay For?

Here's a breakdown of how the federal government spends your tax money.

5 Tips for self-care in tough times

5 Tips for self-care in tough times

Self-care is a necessity for caregivers. Here are 5 ideas for making self-care fun.

 

A love story of financial well-being

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

Insurance protections for small business owners

Small business plans often miss key insurance protections. Learn what coverage can help protect your business and family.

Teen Drinking and Your Liability

Drinking may be a “rite of passage” for teens, but when it occurs in your home you may be held responsible for their actions.

What does a healthy relationship with money look like?

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

Pay it forward: Financial wellness for employees

When employees are stressed about money, they are distracted and less productive. Business owners can help.

A Cheat Sheet for Sending Your Kid to College

Dropping off your child is loaded with emotions; here are a few tips for a smoother experience.

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The Business Cycle

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

How to Bake a Pie-R-A

Roth IRAs are tax-advantaged differently from traditional IRAs. Do you know how?

Coaches

Coaches have helped you your whole life, in ways big and small. We'd like to be one of them.

From Boats to Brokers

From the Dutch East India Company to Wall St., the stock market has a long and storied history.

Exit Strategies of the Rich and Famous

Estate conservation is too important to put off. Do you have a smart exit strategy?

Your DNA Test

A Detailed Needs Analysis (DNA) can be a simple way to care for loved ones, no matter what the future may hold.

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