Your Guide to Financial Services

In this series of articles, Jim Barker of Barker Insurance Services discusses many of the important financial moves that you’ll need to make in order to plan for your future. From saving for retirement to cutting back on expenses, read on to learn how to take control of your finances so that they serve you for the better.

Why to Get a Personal Financial Representative

A personal financial representative can help you plan your entire financial future.

How to Choose a Personal Financial Representative

Learn what questions to ask to ensure that you find the right person for the job.

Smart Money Moves to Make in Your Twenties

Your twenties are the perfect time to make the most of your money.

Wise Money Moves Through the Years

Learn what financial moves you’ll need to make during your twenties, thirties, forties, and fifties.

How to Survive a Bad Economy

Get some tips on how to stay financially sane amidst economic upheaval.

Easy Ways to Reduce Expenses

You’ll be amazed at how a few simple moves can impact your bank account.

What Are the Safest Ways to Invest Your Money?

Learn how to protect your hard-earned dough while also letting it grow.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Savings Accounts

A simple savings account can come with its fair share of ups and downs.

Should You Open a CD?

Find out if a Certificate of Deposit is right for you.

Should You Buy or Rent?

Get the scoop on why buying a home might be a better option than renting.

Is Additional Real Estate a Good Investment?

Buying that second home might not be as profitable as you think.

How to Prepare Financially For a Child

As wonderful as children are, they do cost money.

What is a 529 College Savings Plan?

Learn about the plan that can make your child’s college dreams a reality.

Should Your Money Go to Savings or Retirement?

Find out how to balance the act of saving for the future with saving for the present.

When Should You Start Saving For Retirement?

When it comes to saving for retirement, it’s never too early to start.

How Much Money Will You Need For Retirement?

Learn what questions to ask yourself in order to come up with a retirement budget.

Determine Your Retirement Expenses

Find out about the big ticket items that might arise once you stop working.

How to Invest Your 401k

Your goal should be to grow your 401k without putting it at risk.

What is the Future of Social Security?

These days, the future of Social Security isn’t so bright.

Understanding the Difference Between a 401k and an IRA

Learn how these two types of retirement accounts vary.

What’s the Difference Between Roth and Traditional IRAs?

Hear about the different advantages that Roth and traditional IRAs have to offer.

What Is An Annuity?

Find out how annuities work and what benefits they can offer.

Avoid Being Taxed on Investments

Learn how to hang on to more of your money.

Who Needs Life Insurance?

Find out who ought to invest in life insurance.

Types of Life Insurance

Get educated on the differences between term life insurance and permanent life insurance.