Lighthouse Investor Services

Welcome to our Web site -- an information resource designed to help you learn more about personal finance. Click around and you'll find a variety of financial tools. There are financial calculators that can help you get a clearer picture of where you stand and where you're headed. There is a research library and newsletter articles on a wide range of financial topics. You can even request a quote for an insurance or investment product. And check back often, because we're constantly adding new material. If you have a specific question or want more information, click on Contact Us, drop us an e-mail message at service@lighthouseinvestor.com or call us at (763) 525-4060. We're ready to help.

Calculators

Roth IRA Conversion

This calculator can help you determine whether you should consider converting to a Roth IRA.

Impact of Inflation

Estimate the future cost of an item based on today’s prices and the rate of inflation you expect.

Long-Term Care Self Insurance

Will you be able to afford nursing home care?

LTCI Cost of Waiting

Estimate the potential cost of waiting to purchase a long-term care insurance policy.

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Newsletters

Taxing Social Security Benefits: Clearing the Confusion

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act did not change the rules for taxing Social Security benefits, but it did create a new deduction for seniors that could help reduce their tax burden.

Avoiding Probate with a TOD Deed and TOD Account

In many states, a transfer-on-death (TOD) deed and/or account can help avoid probate without the cost and complexity of a trust.

Medicare or Medicaid?

It’s easy to confuse Medicare and Medicaid, but there are important differences between the programs.

Key Retirement and Tax Numbers for 2026

This article provides 2026 contribution limits for retirement plans and various tax deduction, exclusion, exemption, and threshold amounts.

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About Us

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Plymouth, MN 55441-1497

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(763) 525-4060 ~ (866) 875-4060
Fax: (763) 525-3999

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Learning Center

Articles

Educate yourself on a variety of financial topics.
Calculators

A host of financial tools to assist you.
Newsletters

Timely Newsletters to help you stay current.
Glossary

Financial terms from A to Z.
Tax Library

Manage your taxes and prepare for the upcoming tax season.
Videos

Short animations that focus on a variety of financial topics.
Flipbooks

These magazine-style flipbooks provide helpful information.

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Rick is registered to sell Securities in the following states: California, Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota and Wisconsin.

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