Bold Solutions for a Complex World
We’re Blackwood Financial Group, a financial advisory firm based in Pensacola, Florida and working across the country. Unlike many financial advisors, we are comfortable working with complexity and uncertainty; in fact, it’s where we thrive. At Blackwood Financial Group, we pick up where others leave off. We paint the vision, craft the strategy, and only then do we act, using our experience to guide the way. Whether your goal is preparing for retirement or establishing your financial legacy, our team will create solutions that will allow you to focus less on your finances and more on living the life you choose. We help our clients avoid the problems of the past while creating a more powerful vision for the future.
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Debt Stress
There’s a link between debt and stress.
Six Most Overlooked Tax Deductions
Six overlooked tax deductions to help manage your tax bill.
Four Great, Unexpected Places to Raise a Family
Here are 4 great, and sometimes unexpected, places to raise a family.
Teen Drinking and Your Liability
Drinking may be a “rite of passage” for teens, but when it occurs in your home you may be held responsible for their actions.
IRA Withdrawals that Escape the 10% Tax Penalty
The list of IRA withdrawals that may be taken without incurring a 10% early penalty has grown.
Social Security: What’s Changing in 2016?
There have been a number of changes to Social Security that may affect you, especially if you are nearing retirement.
Be My Beneficiary
Financial planning for couples.
Prevent a Rift: Money Tips for Newlyweds
Couples may be able to head off many of the problems in a marriage that money can cause.
An Overview of Renter’s Insurance
Don’t overlook the need for renter’s insurance if you rent your home.
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Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).
Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
This calculator compares the financial impact of leasing versus buying an automobile.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.
Inflation & Retirement
Estimate how much income may be needed at retirement to maintain your standard of living.
Should I Pay Off Debt or Invest?
This calculator will help determine whether you should invest funds or pay down debt.
My Retirement Savings
Estimate how long your retirement savings may last using various monthly cash flow rates.
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Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
5 Smart Investing Strategies
There are some smart strategies that may help you pursue your investment objectives
An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
Retirement Plan Distributions
There are a number of ways to withdraw money from a qualified retirement plan.
Keys to Investing for Retirement
There are some key concepts to understand when investing for retirement
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It May Be Time for a Financial Checkup
It’s never a bad time to speak with your financial advisor about changes in your situation.
Global and International Funds
Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?
To Buy or Not to Buy
The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.
Surprise! You’ve Got Money!
Here’s a quick guide to checking to see if you have unclaimed money.
Can Election Results Predict the Market?
How do the markets usually react to elections? Was the 2016 election any different?
Bridging the Confidence Gap
In the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be especially apparent.