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Investing In These Volatile Markets

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"The goal to investing is profits, and hope is not a strategy for profit." Ed Eastering, Unexpected Returns Many investors are still using the traditional relative return strategies that worked from the rising markets of the last century. Current market conditions suggest using different strategies to try and close that gap between where we are and what we need to retire on.

"The Desire to learn is critical to changing our past investment behavior. The Desire to do nothing different simply does that as well - nothing." Jacque Barton

About Us

We have a fresh perspective on asset management and work to manage risk and wealth preservation for our clients.

We engage our clients in an ongoing conversation about their needs to create a financial plan that is right for them. We offer an independent unbiased approach to investing.

Jacque Barton

Branch Manager, Financial Consultant

THE BEST IN THE WEST

With more than 11 years experience in the industry, Jacque has worked though both bear and bull markets. She sees the market like a football game; you have to know if you are on offense or defense.

Jacque was born and raised in New Mexico. She is an enthusiastic Texas Tech fan. She has a beautiful and smart granddaughter and loves to keep her anytime the opportunity arises.

Education and Certifications

Tina Caddell

Financial Consultant

EXPECT THE VERY BEST

With more than 10 years experience in the industry, Tina has also worked though both bear and bull markets. She has a wide range of industry experience from operations to investment strategies.

Tina was born and raised in Texas. She and her husband, Larry, love animals and enjoy being outdoors, camping, and riding 4 wheelers.

Education and Certifications

Dennis Gloyna

Financial Consultant

SERVING YOU INDEPENDENTLY

My mission is to meet your highest expectation by developing strategies to address your financial goals and objectives. Utilizing eight years of experience in the industry, in both good and bad markets, my focus is meeting your needs, both short and long term, with an array of investment tools.

Development of a financial plan is the key to the success of working towards your financial objectives. Customized plans are developed by reviewing the client's current financial situation of current investments, insurance coverage and estate plan to focus on a few. Strategies are then developed based on the client's objectives, time table and aversion to volatility.

Education and Certifications

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*through The Private Trust Company N.A., and affiliate of LPL Financial

2449 S. Willis, Ste. 201
Member FINRA/SIPC
Abilene, Texas 79605

Office 325-437-4021
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F.A.Q.

Q. How much can you contribute to an IRA?

A. For 2008 you can contribute up to $5,000, with $1,000 catch-up if you are over 50. Roth IRA contributions are limited based on your Adjusted Gross Income. Deductibility is limited dependent your participation in Employer-sponsored retirement plans (i.e. 401k)

Q. What is an ETF?

A. An Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) is an investment vehicle designed to track a particular index, such as the S&P 500 or the Dow Jones Industrial Average. ETFs trade like stocks on major exchanges and offer several benefits such as lower expense ratios, trading flexibility and tax efficiency.

Q. What is a 529 Plan?

A. A 529 savings plan is a specific investment program designed to ease the burden of paying for college by providing a tax break. You can contribute money in regular installments or in lump sums. The persons contributing will be the owner of the account. The beneficiary can be a child, grandchild, cousin or friend.

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