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For more than 20 years, we have been serving our Muncie, Indiana community. The people we serve are not just clients; they are our friends and neighbors, and we treat them like family.
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We are committed to serving our clients and as an independent firm, we aren’t tied to any proprietary products or companies. We remain objective.
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We want you to feel confident in your future. We provide easy-to-understand education and ongoing advice, guiding you through the maze of investing and financial planning.
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Without a plan, your journey toward and through retirement can be difficult. Having strategic investment and financial strategies in place with a supportive team guiding you, may help make your journey less strenuous.
At David P. Gilliam & Associates, we understand how overwhelming and complex the world of finance and investing can be. As you face a number of questions and concerns, it’s crucial that you work with an experienced financial professional you trust and with whom you feel comfortable sharing your personal finances and greatest goals. We strive to deliver the highest quality investment and financial advice to help you pursue your hopes and dreams.
In fulfilling this mission, the most important benefits we offer are integrity, commitment, experience and compassion. Our goal is to gain not only your business, but your confidence and friendship as well.
Based in Muncie, Indiana, we work with clients throughout Delaware County, as well as in multiple other states. We would enjoy the opportunity to discuss how to pursue your financial goals. Contact us today to get started.
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Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be considered taxable.
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Determine if you are eligible to contribute to a traditional or Roth IRA.
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The importance of life insurance, how it works, and how much coverage you need.
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When markets shift, experienced investors stick to their strategy.
The Cost of Procrastination
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How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?
Bridging the Confidence Gap
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The Other Sure Thing
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