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77 Fabish Ct
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

Steven Simons

Investment Advisor Representative

(708) 977-1901

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Your Financial Future

Today’s economic environment presents many challenges. But along with these challenges comes opportunities and potential rewards for those who can identify long-term trends.

Whether you’re facing retirement—or looking to better understand certain investment ideas—we can help you address your most pressing money questions.

Our first priority is your overall financial success. We want to learn more about your personal situation, identify your dreams and goals, and understand your tolerance for risk. Long-term relationships that encourage open and honest communication have been the cornerstone of my foundation of success.

Our site is filled with educational videos, articles, presentations, and calculators designed to help you learn more about the world of personal finance. As you search my website, send me a note regarding any questions you may have about any particular investment concepts or products. We'll get back to you quickly with a thoughtful answer.

Helpful Content

Saving Early & Letting Time Work for You

Saving Early & Letting Time Work for You

See how starting early—not saving more—can be the most powerful move you make for your long-term future.

Practical Moves to Safeguard Your Financial Progress

Practical Moves to Safeguard Your Financial Progress

Explore these strategies to help protect your purchasing power in a world of rising costs.

What to Expect in Your First Year of Retirement

What to Expect in Your First Year of Retirement

A visual comparison showing how daily life, income, and routines often shift during the first year of retirement.

 

Term vs. Permanent Life Insurance

When considering life insurance, it's important to understand your options.

Choosing a Business Structure

Entrepreneurs all face the same question, “Which business structure should I adopt?”

Who Is Your Trusted Contact?

This investment account question is vital and answered as early as possible.

Safeguarding Purchasing Power Across Generations

Help protect what your wealth can do now and across generations.

3 Estate Challenges for Blended Families

This article will help your clients with blended families think and prepare their estate strategy.

How to Appeal Your Property Taxes

For homeowners who think their property taxes are too high, there are ways to appeal.

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College Savings

See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.

What Is My Net Worth?

Get a snapshot of your overall financial picture by calculating your total net worth.

How Much Do I Need To Retire?

How much is enough to retire? It depends on your lifestyle, timeline, and more. Use this calculator to get a personalized est

What Is the Dividend Yield?

Calculate the dividend yield of a holding and see what that means for income over time.

Bi-Weekly Mortgage Payments

See how switching to bi-weekly mortgage payments could reduce interest and shorten your loan.

What Rate Would I Need to Earn on My Savings?

Work backwards from your savings goal to find the rate of return you'd need to get there.

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Bull and Bear Go To Market

Learn about the difference between bulls and bears—markets, that is!

Behavioral Finance

An amusing and whimsical look at behavioral finance best practices for investors.

The Richest Man in Babylon

In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.

The Power of Tax-Deferred Growth

Why are 401(k) plans, annuities, and IRAs so popular?

When Markets React

When markets shift, experienced investors stick to their strategy.

Top 5 Things to Tell Your Financial Pro

Here are the top 5 things your team may want to hear.

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