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Julie M Simmons
David C Smith
418 Lauderdale Street
Selma, AL 36701
334.431.5001
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Relationships. Passion. Comprehensive. Your Needs.

Building Trust

As an independent firm, we are dedicated to offering sound advice, objective guidance, and building trusted relationships based on our clients’ unique needs and circumstances.

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Passion

We are passionate about helping our clients pursue their goals. By working closely with them, we strive to help them feel confident with their investments and progress.

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5 Step Approach

Through a holistic five-step investment process, we are committed to creating customized strategies that address a client's whole financial picture.

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Inflation & Retirement

See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.

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See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.

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See how your current savings rate and contributions may grow into retirement income.

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Compare how the same contribution grows differently in taxable versus tax-deferred accounts.

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Retirement Redefined

Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.

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There’s an alarming difference between perception and reality for current and future retirees.

A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

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Global and International Funds

Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?

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