Craig Wong
The Elite Financial Network | LPL Financial
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
A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
Longer, healthier living can put greater stress on retirement assets; the bucket approach may be one answer.
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.
How Income Taxes Work
A quick look at how federal income taxes work.
Mastering Mobile Lingo
Do you understand these common mobile slang terms?
The Most Overlooked Item of Any Home Improvement
The item most homeowners forget on their home improvement project checklist is insurance.
Glossary of Scam Terms
A helpful glossary of current scams.
Strategies for Managing Student Loan Debt
Five strategies for managing your student debt.
How Will Working Affect Social Security Benefits?
Knowing the rules may help you decide when to start benefits.
Asset Allocation
Consider how your assets are allocated and if that allocation is consistent with your time frame and risk tolerance.
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How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
Social Security Tax Estimator
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be subject to federal income tax.
The Power of 401k Catch-Ups
See how catch-up contributions after age 50 could significantly boost your retirement balance.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Compare different mortgage term lengths side by side to find the option that fits your budget.
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Once Upon a Goal
Do you know how to set up your financial goals for success? This knight does.
The Power of Tax-Deferred Growth
Why are 401(k) plans, annuities, and IRAs so popular?
A Bucket Plan to Go with Your Bucket List
A bucket plan can help you be better prepared for a comfortable retirement.
The Business Cycle
How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?
Retirement and Quality of Life
Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.
Stay Safe with a Business Owner's Policy
Learn the advantages of Business Owner's Policies with this highly educational and fun animated video.