We Help Our Clients Retire With Dignity
Palmer Financial, LLC is a family-owned investment management firm serving families in Erie, PA. Our clients are hardworking Americans who have serious questions about how to achieve a comfortable retirement in today’s complex financial world.
We know that the money you have saved represents decades of saving, sacrifice, and prudent financial choices. Our goal is to help you get to that next financial level with dignity, confidence, and without excessive risk.
Helpful Content
Assess Life Insurance Needs
How to help determine life insurance needs to provide for your family after you pass away.
The Ivory Tower Changes Wall Street
Thanks to the work of three economists, we have a better understanding of what determines an asset’s price.
Bitcoin 101
Bitcoin has emerged as a digital currency that exists virtually, making it different in fundamental ways.
Budgeting After a Divorce
Divorce is the second most stressful time in a person's life. Here's some tips to get through it.
Value vs. Growth Investing
Among stock-market investors there’s long been a debate between those who favor value and those who favor growth.
How the Federal Reserve Works
Each day, the Fed is behind the scenes supporting the economy and providing services to the U.S. financial system.
Tax Deductions You Won't Believe
Here are some examples of deductions from the IRS that were permitted and some that were, uh, too creative.
The Great Debate Continues: Active vs. Passive
In investments, one great debate asks the question, “Active or Passive Investing: Which Is Better?”
You May Need to Make Estimated Tax Payments If…
Have income that isn’t subject to tax withholding? Or insufficient withholdings? You may have to pay estimated taxes.
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Comparing Investments
This calculator compares the net gain of a taxable investment versus a tax-favored one.
Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
This calculator compares the financial impact of leasing versus buying an automobile.
Self-Employed Retirement Plans
Estimate the maximum contribution amount for a Self-Employed 401(k), SIMPLE IRA, or SEP.
Assess Your Life Insurance Needs
This calculator estimates how much life insurance you would need to meet your family's needs if you were to die prematurely.
What Is the Dividend Yield?
This calculator helps determine your pre-tax and after-tax dividend yield on a particular stock.
Inflation & Retirement
Estimate how much income may be needed at retirement to maintain your standard of living.
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Managing Your Lifestyle
Using smart management to get more of what you want and free up assets to invest.
An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
5 Smart Investing Strategies
There are some smart strategies that may help you pursue your investment objectives
Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
Investment Strategies for Retirement
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.
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Surprises
Making the most of surprises is a great reason to work with us.
How to Retire Early
Retiring early sounds like a dream come true, but it’s important to take a look at the cold, hard facts.
When Do You Need a Will?
When do you need a will? The answer is easy: Right Now.
Bridging the Confidence Gap
In the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be especially apparent.
Jane Bond: Infiltrating the Market
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, cracking the code on bonds.
It May Be Time for a Financial Checkup
It’s never a bad time to speak with your financial advisor about changes in your situation.