General Financial Services, Inc.
Your Mt. Pleasant, Michigan Partner for Greater Success
Our commitment is to help you work towards achieving all your financial goals and to provide you with a “worry free” retirement. At General Financial Services, Inc., we we have a commitment to excellence in everything we do. We consider it an honor and a privilege to help our clients work towards making sound investment decisions that will contribute toward a secure future. We provide impeccable client service to help reduce taxes and protect assets by utilizing numerous investment products and strategies, so we can help protect our client’s lifestyle for a lifetime.
Helpful Content
Planning for the Expected
You can plan ahead to protect yourself and your family against the financial consequences of deteriorating health.
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.
The History of Currency
Currency has been around for a long time. Here’s a quick history lesson.
Money Draining Food Myths
These food myths will really put a drain on your wallet.
Important Birthdays Over 50
Here's a look at several birthdays and “half-birthdays” that have implications regarding your retirement income.
The ABCs of Zero Coupon Bonds
Understanding some basic concepts may help you assess whether zero-coupon bonds have a place in your portfolio.
The History of Retirement
Do you know where the idea of “retirement” comes from?
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.
Women and Financial Strategies
Most women don’t shy away from the day-to-day financial decisions, but some may be leaving their future to chance.
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Self-Employed Retirement Plans
Estimate the maximum contribution amount for a Self-Employed 401(k), SIMPLE IRA, or SEP.
Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).
Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
This calculator compares the financial impact of leasing versus buying an automobile.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
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.
Estimate Your RMD
Help determine the required minimum distribution from an IRA or other qualified retirement plan.
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Keys to Investing for Retirement
There are some key concepts to understand when investing for retirement
Tax Management Strategies
Learn more about taxes, tax-favored investing, and tax strategies.
Investment Strategies for Retirement
Investment tools and strategies that can enable you to pursue your retirement goals.
Protecting Those Who Matter Most
The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
Retirement Plan Distributions
There are a number of ways to withdraw money from a qualified retirement plan.
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When Special Care Is Needed: The Special Needs Trust
A special needs trust helps care for a special needs child when you’re gone.
Coaches
Coaches have helped you your whole life, in ways big and small. We’d like to be one of them.
The Cycle of Investing
Understanding the cycle of investing may help you avoid easy pitfalls.
Women and Retirement
Women must be ready to spend, on average, more years in retirement than men.
The Business Cycle
How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?
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.