Life, Health, Investment and Financial Services in Michigan

Welcome to Northern Financials Website ~ Your source for Financial Services in Northern Michigan.

U.P. Financial ServicesYou’ll find a wealth of information in the form of newsletter articles, calculators, and research reports.

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We 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 in Marquette, Michigan or anywhere in Northern and Lower Michigan. We have created this website to help you gain a better understanding of the financial concepts behind insurance, investing, retirement, estate analysis, and wealth preservation while working or retiered.  Most important, we hope you see the value of working with skilled professionals.

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Required Minimum Distributions

Estimate the annual required distribution from your traditional IRA or former employer's retirement plan after you turn age 70.

Impact of Inflation

Estimate the future cost of an item based on today’s prices and the rate of inflation you expect.

Federal Income Tax

This calculator can help you estimate your annual federal income tax liability.

Life Expectancy

Knowing your likely life expectancy is an important factor in making long-term financial plans.

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The Benefits of Social Security

Take this quiz to assess how much you know about Social Security benefits.

Going Global

International funds enable investors to diversify not only across industry sectors but national borders as well. Despite this benefit, international mutual funds come with additional risks that should be considered carefully.

How Health-Care Expenses Could Affect Your Retirement Lifestyle

Given the discussion over the future of U.S. health care, is it time to recalculate how much money you will need to pay for medical care in retirement?

Is It Ever OK to Make Early Withdrawals?

There are few ways to sabotage your retirement goals more effectively than tapping your retirement assets before you reach age 59½.

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