Midwest Financial Group Inc.

Building, Protecting and Preserving Net Worth

Welcome to our Web site, where you will find a wealth of information in the form of newsletter articles, calculators, and research reports.

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. We 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, we hope you see the value of working with skilled professionals to pursue your financial goals.  The No. 1 goal of Midwest Financial Group, Inc. is to help clients plan for their dreams and protect themselves as they enjoy life's journey.  We never take for granted that you trust us with far more than your financial assets.

We are here to help educate you about the basic concepts of financial management; to help you learn more about who we are; and to give you fast, easy access to market performance data. We hope you take advantage of this resource and visit us often. Be sure to add our site to your list of "favorites" in your Internet browser. We frequently update our information, and we would not want you to miss any developments in the area of personal finance.

Are you 10 years from Retirement?  5 Years from Retirement?  Ready Now?  Are you concerned with how to provide inflation adjusted income for life?  Will you have enough money to retire?

Visit our new Retirement Center at www. LifetimeIncomeAdvantages.com to use our calculators and tools to answer these questions, and view the video for the Income for Life Model to see how you can achieve your retirement  goals!
Calculators

Long-Term Care Self Insurance

Will you be able to afford nursing home care?

Cash Flow Analysis

This Cash Flow Analysis form will help you weigh your income vs. your expenses.

Impact of Inflation

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

Lease Payment

How much would your monthly lease payment be?

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Newsletters

Tips for Surviving the Estate Tax

The federal estate tax was reinstated retroactively to January 1, 2010, by the 2010 Tax Relief Act. However, the favorable provisions are scheduled to expire at the end of 2012, when estates exceeding $1 million could be subject to the federal levy.

Doing Your Heirs a Favor

Although a will and a trust specify disposition of assets, many other details of an individual’s final wishes might be explained in a letter of instructions. This article offers some topics to consider addressing in the letter to help loved ones make decisions and take care of final arrangements.

HOT TOPIC: Could High Oil and Gas Prices Derail the Recovery?

Gas prices began the year higher than normal and increased sharply. The forecast is for prices to rise to record highs by summer. But it’s not just drivers who are feeling pain at the pump. This article will explain some possible reasons why gas prices have been rising and discuss the potential implications for consumers, businesses, and the broader U.S. economy.

Put It in Writing

A high level of job satisfaction is fairly typical of business owners, but it can also be a hindrance if it keeps them from thinking about a planned exit strategy. A written exit plan could help you avoid surprises.

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