Understanding Today’s Financial Environment
Welcome, I’m Alan Nishimoto, a financial professional in Honolulu, Hawaii. We understand that individuals face unique challenges as they prepare for retirement. We can help take the mystery out of preparing for today and tomorrow. Whether your goal is saving for retirement, college savings, or estate strategy, our personalized service focuses on your needs, wants, and financial goals and objectives.
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Comparing Investments
Compare two different scenarios side by side to see how they stack up over time.
Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
Please Leave Home Without It
Concerns over identity theft continue to grow, especially with data breaches at major companies and financial institutions.
Impact Investing or Philanthropy
This fun piece can help your clients explore the benefits of impact investing versus founding a philanthropy.
New Retirement Contribution Limits for 2026
A look at the new retirement contribution limits from the IRS.
Traditional vs. Roth IRA
One or the other? Perhaps both traditional and Roth IRAs can play a part in your retirement plans.
Protecting Your Business from the Loss of a Key Person
Business owners may be able to protect themselves from the financial consequences of losing a key employee.
Emotional vs. Strategic Decisions
Information vs. instinct. Are your choices based on evidence of emotion?
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Rent vs Buy Calculator
Compare the long-term financial outcomes of renting versus buying a home.
How Much Home Can I Afford?
Estimate how much home may fit within your budget based on income and expenses.
Debt vs. Investment
Weigh the potential outcomes of paying off debt versus directing those dollars elsewhere.
Comparing Mortgage Terms
Compare different mortgage term lengths side by side to find the option that fits your budget.
Federal Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Estimate your potential federal capital gains tax liability on the sale of an asset.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
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RE: Retirement
How does your ideal retirement differ from reality, and what can we do to better align the two?
Behavioral Finance
An amusing and whimsical look at behavioral finance best practices for investors.
Finding the Balance
The sandwich generation faces unique challenges. For many, meeting needs is a matter of finding a balance.
Exit Strategies of the Rich and Famous
Estate conservation is too important to put off. Do you have a smart exit strategy?
Extended Care: A Patchwork of Possibilities
What is your plan for health care during retirement?
Surprises
Making the most of surprises is a great reason to work with us.