Extra Credit Union Investments

Welcome to Extra Credit Investments!

Michele Nehls, MBA, Financial Consultant, brings a wealth of information and experience in the financial planning and insurance industries, to the members of Extra Credit Union. She can recommend quality investment options, such as mutual funds, fixed and variable annuities, or market-linked CDs based upon your unique situation. Long-term care and life insurance are also offered to protect you and your loved ones.
 

To schedule an appointment, please call Michele at (586) 276-3108 or e-mail her at michele.nehls@securitiesamerica.com.

See first-hand how you can benefit from this exceptional service!

Savings Goals

How much do you need to save each year to meet your long-term financial goals?

Tax-Deferred Savings

Compare the potential future value of tax-deferred investments to that of taxable investments.

Long-Term Care Self Insurance

Will you be able to afford nursing home care?

Impact of Inflation

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

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Ways to Save More

About two out of three American workers are saving for retirement, but less than half are confident that they will save enough money to live comfortably during their retirement years. This article includes suggestions for readers to take small steps that could make a big difference when they are ready to retire.

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The federal estate tax was repealed in 2010, then reinstated by the 2010 Tax Relief Act with new provisions for 2011 and 2012.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.

Protection from a Range of Liability Claims

It's projected that American companies will face $183 billion in tort costs in 2011, and $152 billion of that will land on the books of small businesses. Fortunately, there are several forms of business liability insurance that can help offset these unforeseen costs.

Another Year, Another AMT Patch

The 2010 Tax Relief Act adjusted AMT exemption levels for 2010 and 2011 to help prevent an estimated 21 million middle-income taxpayers from being subject to the alternative minimum tax. Will Congress enact another patch for 2012?

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