Welcome to Northwest Capital Financial Group
Thank you for your interest in Northwest Capital Financial Group! We know that you depend on input and solutions from many professionals in your life and are privileged with the opportunity to help you navigate your financial future. Take some time to explore our site and let us know how we can help!
Formed in 2003, Northwest Capital is a firm dedicated to paramount and personalized client service as well as objective asset management, financial and insurance planning, and investment counsel. We aspire to become the wealth management firm of choice in Northwest Ohio for clients that expect personalized financial planning, portfolio construction and management, accountability for investment success, and exceptional client service.
We aim to provide financial confidence in knowing that you have a plan in place that lets you live life to the fullest. We appreciate the opportunity to serve you and assure you of every effort to earn your confidence.
Sincerely,
Steve Small
Founder and President
Helpful Content
Alternative Investments - Going Mainstream
Alternative investments are going mainstream for accredited investors. It’s critical to sort through the complexity.
Your Changing Definition of Risk in Retirement
A change in your mindset during retirement may drive changes to your portfolio.
Inflation & Your Money
It's important to understand how inflation is reported and how it can affect investments.
Variable Universal Life Insurance
Variable Universal Life is permanent insurance in which the policyholder directs how premiums are invested.
The Cost of Procrastination
Don't let procrastination keep you from pursuing your financial dreams and goals.
Healthcare Costs in Retirement
Without a solid approach, health care expenses may add up quickly and potentially alter your spending.
Earnings for All Seasons
Earnings season can move markets. What is it and why is it important?
Catch-Up Contributions
Workers 50+ may make contributions to their qualified retirement plans above the limits imposed on younger workers.
You May Need to Make Estimated Tax Payments If…
Have income that isn’t subject to tax withholding? Or insufficient withholdings? You may have to pay estimated taxes.
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Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Use this calculator to estimate your capital gains tax.
How Compound Interest Works
Use this calculator to better see the potential impact of compound interest on an asset.
Saving for College
This calculator can help you estimate how much you should be saving for college.
Roth 401(k) vs. Traditional 401(k)
This calculator compares employee contributions to a Roth 401(k) and a traditional 401(k).
Estimate Your RMD
Help determine the required minimum distribution from an IRA or other qualified retirement plan.
Annuity Comparison
This calculator compares a hypothetical fixed annuity with an account where the interest is taxed each year.
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Retirement Plan Distributions
There are a number of ways to withdraw money from a qualified retirement plan.
Tax Management Strategies
Learn more about taxes, tax-favored investing, and tax strategies.
Principles of Preserving Wealth
How federal estate taxes work, plus estate management documents and tactics.
Long-Term-Care Protection Strategies
The chances of needing long-term care, its cost, and strategies for covering that cost.
An Inside Look at Retirement Living
A number of questions and concerns need to be addressed to help you better prepare for retirement living.
Your Cash Flow Statement
A presentation about managing money: using it, saving it, and even getting credit.
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Emerging Market Opportunities
What are your options for investing in emerging markets?
Your DNA Test
If your family relies on your income, it’s critical to know what their needs would be in the event of your death.
Retirement Redefined
Around the country, attitudes about retirement are shifting.
When Special Care Is Needed: The Special Needs Trust
A special needs trust helps care for a special needs child when you’re gone.
Are Alternative Investments Right for You?
With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.
The Power of Tax-Deferred Growth
Why are 401(k) plans, annuities, and IRAs so popular?