Welcome to Carlson Financial Group, Inc.
Carlson Financial Group, Inc. is an independent insurance and financial services firm committed to helping our clients improve their long term financial success. Our focus is to deliver an unprecedented level of personalized service and to help our clients solve their financial problems though the use of insurance and investment products. We have 80 professionals across the state of Nebraska as well as Arizona, California, Colorado, Kansas, Montana, South Dakota and Texas. We take a hands on approach in helping our clients make good decisions about risk and money.
We encourage you to explore our site and learn more about the services we provide. Should you have any questions or would like more information on our firm, please feel free to contact us. We look forward to hearing from you.
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A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List
Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.
Retirement and Quality of Life
Asking the right questions about how you can save money for retirement without sacrificing your quality of life.
Your Social Security Roadmap
Help clients navigate their Social Security claiming decisions with our interactive roadmap.
The Financial Literacy Crisis
Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.
How Often Should You Update Your Estate Strategy?
Review your legacy approach regularly, particularly following significant life events or legislative updates.
When Should You Take Social Security
Monthly Social Security payments differ substantially depending on when you start receiving benefits.
The Anatomy of an Index
The S&P 500 represents a large portion of the value of the U.S. equity market, it may be worth understanding.
Retirement Traps to Avoid
Beware of these traps that could upend your retirement.
8 Financial Milestone Birthdays
Get ready to celebrate your financial birthdays in this informative infographic.
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Assess Your Life Insurance Needs
Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.
Federal Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Estimate your potential federal capital gains tax liability on the sale of an asset.
Student Loan Payoff Calculator: Extra Payments Can Save You
See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
IRA Income
Estimate the potential monthly income your IRA balance could generate in retirement.
How Compound Interest Works
Explore how compound interest can grow your money over time with this interactive tool.
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What You Need to Know About Social Security
Every so often, you'll hear about Social Security benefits running out. But is there truth to the fears, or is it all hype?
Dog Bites and Homeowners Insurance
Reviewing coverage options is just one thing responsible pet parents can do to help look out for their dogs.
How Cash Apps Work
Peer-to-peer payment apps are one of the newest ways to send money.
Coaches
Coaches have helped you your whole life, in ways big and small. We'd like to be one of them.
Bursting the Bubble
Tulips were the first, but they won’t be the last. What forms a “bubble” and what causes them to burst?
Your DNA Test
A Detailed Needs Analysis (DNA) can be a simple way to care for loved ones, no matter what the future may hold.