LPL Financial- Robin C. Ballard - Registered Principal
Welcome to my Web site, where you'll find a wealth of information in the form of newsletter articles, calculators, and research reports.
I hope your visit will help you understand the opportunities and potential rewards that are available when you take a proactive approach to your personal financial situation. I have created this Web site to help you gain a better understanding of the financial concepts behind insurance, investing, retirement, estate planning, and wealth preservation. Most important, I hope you see the value of working with a skilled professional to pursue your financial goals.
I'm here to help educate you about the basic concepts of financial management; to help you learn more about my office; and to give you fast, easy access to market performance data. I hope you take advantage of this resource and visit often. Be sure to add this site to your list of "favorites" in your Internet browser. I frequently update information, and wouldn't want you to miss any developments in the area of personal finance.
Newsletters
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Three Ways to Help Build Financial Resilience
Here are some steps to help handle challenging times and potentially emerge even stronger.
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Location, Location, Location: The Premium Parents Pay for Top Schools
Homes in neighborhoods with access to top schools tend to cost significantly more than a typical home in the surrounding area.
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HOT TOPIC: Will Tax Law Changes Impact Your Giving Strategy?
New tax rules will determine the deductibility of donations in 2026 for better or worse, which means taxpayers may want to rethink the timing and amount of their donations for 2025 and beyond.
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Closed-End Funds May Offer Higher Income
Closed-end funds are considered to carry higher risk but may provide a higher income stream than traditional mutual funds holding similar securities.
Calculators
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Retirement Portfolio Lifespan
How Long Will Your Funds Last?
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Net Worth
A balance sheet summarizes your assets and liabilities and reveals your net worth.
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Tax-Deferred Savings
Compare the potential future value of tax-deferred investments to that of taxable investments.
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Mortgage Refinancing
Determine whether you should consider refinancing your mortgage.
