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6645 Delmonico Blvd., Suite 101
Colorado Springs, CO 80919

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719-266-5335

E-mail:

Don@InvestFPS.com

Chad@InvestFPS.com

Elissa Tipps, Chad Tipps, ChFC  and  Don Leander, CFP

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OVER 50 YEARS OF COMBINED INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL ADVICE

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"Call about our no-cost, no-obligation financial, retirement and investment planning consultations.  We specialize in broadly-diversified asset allocation strategies to help you better achieve your goals in every kind of market environment."
 

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Foreign Stocks Outperformed in 2025

Although U.S. stocks have provided a higher return over the past 20 years, foreign stocks outperformed in seven of those years, including 2025.

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Bond Market Volatility: What Causes It?

Here are some of the key factors behind shifts in investor demand and the consequent increase in volatility.

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Don't Take the Bait: Top Tax Scams in 2025

As tax filing season approaches, the IRS warns taxpayers to watch for scams that can cause identity theft, financial loss, or criminal penalties.

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Balancing Life in the Sandwich Generation

The day-to-day demands of supporting multiple generations can take a toll, but planning and support might help achieve a workable balance.

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Cash Flow Analysis

This Cash Flow Analysis form will help you weigh your income vs. your expenses.

Estate Taxes

Use this calculator to estimate the federal estate taxes that could be due on your estate after you die.

Lifetime Earnings

This calculator is designed to help you attach a dollar figure to your life’s work.

Tax-Deferred Savings

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

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