Stark Financial Strategies

Welcome to the Stark Financial Strategies Web site. My company believes that good financial decisions don't have to be confusing. I can provide strategies that can help you make the most of your money and help achieve more of your financial goals.

As a personal financial professional, I can:

  • Help you clarify and define your goals
  • Recommend solutions that fit your needs 
  • Deliver timely information 
  • Explain how changing financial conditions affect you 
  • Monitor your financial progress 
  • Make investment planning easier 

This site will not only introduce you to my company's philosophy and services, but it will also offer a wealth of educational materials, articles, newsletters, calculators, and other tools -- all designed to keep you up-to-date on financial issues, strategies, and trends.

If you have any questions or want to schedule a complimentary meeting to discuss your specific questions, you can e-mail me at tom@starkfinancial.com or call (770) 554-9660.
Calculators

Impact of Inflation

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

Disability Income Insurance

How much Disability Income Insurance do you need?

Life Expectancy

Knowing your likely life expectancy is an important factor in making long-term financial plans.

Capital Gains Taxes

Estimate short-term and long-term federal capital gains taxes

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Newsletters

Are Consumers Holding the Keys to a Better Economy?

Consumer spending still accounts for about 70% of gross domestic product, but some government statistics suggest that consumers may have reduced spending drastically in recent years, especially on discretionary items. High unemployment, household debt, and a general lack of confidence can affect consumers' ability and willingness to spend.

Tax Law Keeps S Corporations Attractive

S corporations are more common than C corporations and partnerships, perhaps because they are not subject to the corporate tax. Instead, profits and losses flow directly to shareholders, who are currently taxed at lower individual income tax rates. Read why reorganizing as an S corporation may be a smart move.

HOT TOPIC: Debating the Debt Ceiling

There has been substantial debate in Congress over raising the ceiling on the national debt. Although many Americans could be adversely affected if Congress decided not to increase the debt ceiling, this is unlikely to happen.

Federal Estate Tax Is Much Lower — For Now

The federal estate tax was repealed in 2010, then reinstated by the 2010 Tax Relief Act with new provisions for 2011 and 2012. This article discusses the temporary provisions, the options for estates of 2010 decedents, and potential changes in future years that could subject many more estates to the federal estate tax than under current law.

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